Top Fort Lauderdale Classes & Workshops

Enjoy a fun, interactive, and musical experience when you book this small-group conga class. Pick from two daily class times, and make your own way to the Coral Springs studio. Discover the drum's history before your hands-on lesson. Learn how to play a basic rhythm within minutes, and then practice your skills by playing along with numerous jazz, rock, funk, and other songs.

Perfect for those who want to squeeze a lot of sightseeing into a limited amount of time. A fully narrated 90-minute cruise along the New River through Fort Lauderdale will let you soak up such sights as the lavish homes and mega yachts along Millionaire's Row.

Turns out gnocchi is not as intimidating as it sounds. It is just potatoes, flour, egg and salt, a little kneading, some shaping, and suddenly you are the kind of person who makes pasta from scratch on a Tuesday. Chef Sam will get you there. In this laid-back, laugh-filled cooking class, you will make pillowy homemade gnocchi and toss it in a brown butter sage sauce with garlic, black pepper and Parmesan that will make you question every pasta dinner you have ever had before this moment. The setting is casual, the crowd is fun and the bar for prior cooking experience is refreshingly low. Come as you are. Leave as someone who makes their own gnocchi. That is a pretty good trade.

Harken back to yesteryear on a fun Fort Lauderdale sightseeing cruise aboard the Carrie B paddlewheeler. Sail past yachts, mansions, and cruise ships along the New River, Intracoastal Waterway, and Port Everglades. Spend time on the open sun deck, sit outside under a canopy, or in air-conditioned comfort on the main deck. The captain narrates the tour and a full-service bar and light snacks are available to purchase.

Unleash your creativity in the Beginner Wheel Throwing Class at Gasper Arts. This engaging two-hour session is perfect for newcomers and those needing a refresh on wheel throwing techniques. Participants will learn to center clay, utilize tools, and transform raw clay into beautiful shapes. All materials, including clay, firings, and a house glaze finish, are provided, so you can focus on honing your skills. Classes are held in a relaxed environment, ensuring a fun and educational experience for all. Come dressed comfortably and get ready to create.

Cast your line and catch your next meal on a half-day fishing trip from Fort Lauderdale. Offered in the morning, afternoon, and evening, the 4-hour excursion can suit any schedule. Use a provided pole to reel in grouper, porgies, snapper, and more. Bait, tackle, and all other equipment is at your disposal. Your catch is cleaned by the crew, ready to be cooked at home or prepared by a nearby restaurant.

Cruise down the waterways of Fort Lauderdale on a mini powerboat and enjoy a relaxing time on the water. Known as “America’s Venice,” this canal-ridden area is lined with yachts, mansions, and mangrove forests. A powerboat helps you easily navigate the waterways without exerting any energy, so you can sit back and admire the scenery while you ride.

Experience Fort Lauderdale and Hollywood, Florida aboard a narrated water taxi that takes you to 20 different stops, where you can get on and off as you like. Discover historic landmarks such as the Stranahan House and vibrant hubs including Las Olas Boulevard. Enjoy waterfront dining at 15th Street Fisheries, explore the elegant Hilton Marina, cruise by Bahia Mar and the International Swimming Hall of Fame, and much more.

Experience Miami in a creative and unforgettable way with our hands-on pottery class. Unlike typical tourist activities, this workshop lets you slow down, connect with your artistic side, and make something meaningful with your own hands. Whether you’re a beginner or trying something new on vacation, you’ll leave with a one-of-a-kind ceramic piece — and a memorable story to take home.

Step into a welcoming Fort Lauderdale kitchen and explore the artistry of Japanese cuisine in this immersive sushi-making class hosted through Cozymeal. Limited to 8 guests, the workshop showcases timeless dishes while highlighting key techniques. The menu you will prepare includes: - Starter: Golden miso soup with fresh vegetables and tofu - Side: Seaweed salad with wakame, cucumber and sesame dressing - Main course: Spicy tuna roll and salmon avocado cucumber roll - Dessert: Mango pineapple sorbet topped with raspberry coulis With hands-on guidance from your local sushi chef, you’ll gain the confidence to recreate Japanese classics at home. Guests are welcome to bring wine or beer to enjoy with their handcrafted meal in a relaxed, small-group setting.

Experience Miami in a creative and unforgettable way with our hands-on pottery class. Unlike typical tourist activities, this workshop lets you slow down, connect with your artistic side, and make something meaningful with your own hands. Whether you’re a beginner or trying something new on vacation, you’ll leave with a one-of-a-kind ceramic piece — and a memorable story to take home.

Brighten your day with a fun, hands-on, and exciting experience at ARCHES Art Adventures, where creativity comes to life. In this instructor-led session, you’ll be guided step by step to create your very own Mosaic Resin Frame, choosing from a wide array of colors, patterns, and design elements to make a piece that’s uniquely yours. Using high-quality resin and mosaic materials, you’ll learn easy techniques to layer, pour, and arrange your design, transforming simple components into a stunning, one-of-a-kind frame. No prior artistic experience is needed—just your imagination and enthusiasm! This is a perfect opportunity to relax, explore your creative side, and enjoy the process of making something beautiful with your own hands. By the end of the session, you’ll leave with a personalized frame that’s perfect for displaying cherished photos, gifting to someone special, or adding a vibrant pop of color to your home décor. It’s an unforgettable, joyful creative adventure.

Set sail for adventure on this interactive Pirate Adventure Cruise along Fort Lauderdale’s Intracoastal Waterway. Help find the hidden treasure, learn to talk and dress like a pirate with face painting and temporary tattoos and fend off the attacks of rival pirates with onboard water cannons. Kids receive a pirate certificate and a bag of loot to take home. This tour is great for birthday parties, group field trips, or just to have an entertaining experience on the high seas.

Voted #1 Date Night in South Florida! Perfect for couples to entire families from 8 to 80 years old. Celebrate a birthday, anniversary or other event. Host a business retreat or Team Building activity, we are happy to accommodate your needs, just ask.

A hands-on resin tumbler workshop invites creativity as you craft your unique tumbler with expert guidance. With a vibrant selection of colors, glitters, and shimmers, every participant, regardless of experience, can design a personalized masterpiece that reflects their style. Suitable for ages 3 and up, this engaging activity ensures everyone leaves with a beautiful creation. All materials, including aprons and gloves, are provided, making it easy to immerse yourself in the fun of resin art. Your tumbler will cure in the studio, ready for pickup within three business days, so you can showcase your artistic flair.

Glide through Fort Lauderdale’s downtown, residential, and beachside routes on this fun Segway tour that lets you cover more sights in less time. Learn about Fort Lauderdale’s celebrity mansions, yachts, and hot spots as you cover more ground than walking tours. Segway training, helmets, and safety equipment included. Enjoy personalized attention on this small-group experience—and upgrade for a slightly longer experience.

Bring your own drinks, snacks and bathing suit, and get ready for fun in the Florida sun, on this party boat trip from Fort Lauderdale. Choose between several departure times, make your way to the marina, and hop aboard: See the city from the water’s edge, zip past celebrity-owned mansions and yachts, and stop at a sandbar for swimming. In between, relax, enjoy the soundtrack, and soak up the ambiance.

Unleash your creativity with the Fluid Bear experience with us—a fun, hands-on fluid art adventure where you are the artist. Start by choosing your bear or another playful character, then explore a vibrant palette of over 100 colors, including dazzling metallics designed specifically for fluid art. With easy step-by-step guidance, you’ll layer paints, pour, and tilt to create mesmerizing marble patterns that flow beautifully across your piece. Want to make it even more unique? Add bold accent drips, playful splatters, or a touch of glitter for that extra sparkle and personality. No experience is needed—just bring your imagination and enjoy the process. Each creation is completely one-of-a-kind, blending color, movement, and creativity into a stunning keepsake. Fluid Bear is where fun meets artistic expression, leaving you with a personalized, eye-catching masterpiece you’ll love to display. Let it flow and make it yours.

Escape to 60 acres of tropical paradise with this admission ticket to Flamingo Gardens Botanical Garden and Everglades Wildlife Sanctuary. The gardens boast more than 3,000 species of rare and exotic, tropical, subtropical and native plants. The arboretum has some of the largest trees in the entire state of Florida. And the wildlife sanctuary is home to native-Florida animals like alligators, bobcats, otters, eagles, panthers, peacocks and, of course, the famous flamingos.

Per Person for Hat and Two Patches This experience is for a hat plus your choice of two basic patches. Customize your hat with additional vinyl and patches. There are additional options to add beads, chains, and other items in the studio for an additional cost. All based on availability. All of your experiences are instructor-led and require no experience, which means we lead you step by step, and you leave with a unique hat you created and love. Anyone 3 years old and up is capable of doing this fun and easy patch party experience with parental supervision. Per Person for Tote Bag and Four Patches: This experience is for a tote bag plus your choice of four basic patches. Customize your bag with additional vinyl and patches.

Most people assume sushi is one of those things best left to the professionals. Those people have not taken this class yet. Forget everything you think you know about how complicated it is. In just a couple of hours, Chef Sam will have you seasoning rice like you mean it, slicing fresh ingredients with confidence and rolling a California roll and a vibrant mango veggie roll that look every bit as good as they taste. The setting is casual, the laughs are free and the bamboo mat is easier to handle than it looks. By the end you will have a new party trick, a very full stomach and a recipe you will absolutely be making again at home.

We provide all the materials needed. This experience is for a 5" 22oz Stainless Steel, Non-Slip Pet Bowl (larger bowls are available, see below). Your bowl is personalized with your pet’s name and coated with resin, so the letters will never come off. You choose fonts and colors for personalization. All of your experiences are instructor-led and require no experience, which means we lead you step by step, and you leave with a masterpiece you and your pet will love.

This Fort Lauderdale Day/Night Time Reef Bottom Fishing Charter is perfect for anyone looking to experience deep sea fishing in just half a day. You’ll cruise past the stunning mansions on "Millionaire’s Row" before dropping your first line and feeling the thrill of the catch. The crew is always there to assist, and when you return, they’ll even clean your fish and recommend great local spots to cook it up fresh.