Top Maryland Classes & Workshops

Skip the frozen aisle and discover just how fun dumpling making can be. In a relaxed culinary studio, this beginner-friendly cooking class breaks the process into simple, hands-on steps that make every fold feel achievable. You'll prepare a savory dumpling filling, learn how to fill and seal wrappers with confidence, and practice shaping dumplings using techniques you can recreate at home. Along the way, you'll pick up practical skills for portioning, folding and creating tightly sealed dumplings that cook beautifully. Finish by serving your handmade dumplings with a flavorful dipping sauce and enjoy every warm, satisfying bite. It's equal parts comfort food, creativity and a skill you'll be happy to show off.

Unleash your creativity with this fun glow-in-the-dark art adventure in Baltimore. In the company of just your chosen companions, don your provided protective gear, crank up your favorite tunes, and learn how to use various abstract techniques using florescent splatter paint to create your own work of art.

Our experience stands out by offering a fully private, glow-in-the-dark splatter paint session designed for connection, creativity, and fun. Guests enjoy their own music, a BYOB-friendly atmosphere, romantic décor, unlimited paint refills, and full setup and cleanup, creating a unique, immersive date night or group experience you won’t find anywhere else. Custom signage is available upon request, making this experience perfect for special occasions such as anniversaries, date nights, double dates, birthdays, engagements, or romantic surprises. Whether you’re celebrating love, friendship, or simply looking for a creative night out, this glow-in-the-dark splatter paint session delivers a unique blend of fun, intimacy, and lasting memories. No artistic experience is required, just come ready to have fun, get a little messy, and create something meaningful together!

Unlike a typical sip and paint, the Immersive Neon Starry Night Sip & Paint at Neon Paint Place surrounds you with moving projections, glowing stars, and vibrant music that bring Van Gogh’s masterpiece to life. Guests don’t just paint—they step into an interactive, multi-sensory environment where the art, the atmosphere, and the experience become one. With neon paints, blacklight effects, and a fully immersive starry sky, your canvas will glow long after the night is over. This BYOB event includes snacks, water, all materials, and even a take-home box for your masterpiece, making it a one-of-a-kind creative night out you won’t find at most sip and paint studios.

Spend a few hours refining a new trade in axe-throwing, at an axe-throwing lounge in Columbia, Maryland. This is a small private group activity- max 15, so you can compete against your fellow axe-throwers. Beer and wine are available for purchase, so you can choose which order to drink and throw. You pour your own beers and wine- self serve.

Experience the buzz of skydiving by taking part in a Baltimore Indoor Skydiving experience. You won’t have to worry if you’re a first-time skydiver, as an experienced flight instructor will go through specialized training with you. Take the stress out of jumping out of a plane, by going in a vertical wind tunnel instead. You’ll take part in a small-group training session, then enjoy two exhilarating sessions of free-fall flights in the wind tunnel.

Baltimore's Fell's Point neighborhood is filled with great places to eat. But, if you are new in town, it can be difficult to find the best spots. This tour guides you through the historic district, visiting family-run restaurants along the way to sample specially made dishes including Polish, Baltimore-style pit beef, and Spanish tapas.

Craft a stunning mosaic lamp in a vibrant workshop located in Rockville, Maryland. Guided by expert instructors, participants will learn the rich history of Turkish mosaic artistry while creating their own personalized lamp designs. Using high-quality stained glass and decorative beads, you’ll be supported every step of the way as you piece together your unique masterpiece. Enjoy the experience with complimentary Turkish tea and sweets, making it a delightful outing for friends, families, or team-building events. No prior experience is required, making this workshop perfect for all ages.

Join a talented chef for a hands-on cooking class where you'll master the art of authentic Italian pasta from scratch. Using fresh, high-quality ingredients and time-honored techniques, you'll learn how to craft silky, homemade pasta with semolina and eggs. A talented chef will guide you step by step through the pasta-making process before teaching you how to prepare a rich, creamy Alfredo sauce from scratch. Made with fresh cream, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and unsalted butter, this decadent sauce pairs perfectly with your handcrafted pasta. Finally, bring everything together with a beautiful presentation, garnished with freshly shaved Parmesan and a touch of fresh herbs. What to Expect: - Step-by-step guidance from a talented chef who makes it make sense. - A fun, beginner-friendly class where no one judges your knife skills. - Tasting, laughing and leveling up your kitchen game. - Ideal for: a solo outing, date night, girls’ night or group fun.

Join Chef Jesse at a local brewery in Baltimore for a pasta-making experience like no other! This hands-on class will teach you how to craft fresh pappardelle pasta from scratch using simple, wholesome ingredients. Learn the essential techniques of mixing, kneading, rolling, and cutting pasta dough, followed by preparing a flavorful roasted garlic tomato sauce with crushed tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, and classic Italian seasonings. As you refine your skills, enjoy the laid-back brewery atmosphere and sip on locally brewed craft beer available for purchase. Whether you're looking for a unique date night, a social outing with friends, or a fun way to expand your cooking repertoire, this class offers a perfect mix of culinary creativity, delicious flavors, and craft beer. Book your spot today for a memorable evening of fresh pasta and brews in Baltimore!

With a degree in culinary arts from Le Cordon Bleu, this talented chef has honed his skills in some of the most renowned restaurants in the greater Washington D.C. area and built a stellar reputation as a personal chef. This sushi-making class in Baltimore offers a fun, hands-on experience, perfect for beginners to master sushi techniques in a vibrant, wine-centric venue. You'll start by learning the fundamentals of sushi rolling. Under the talented chef's guidance, you'll create two types of sushi: California rolls with rice, cucumber, surimi, avocado, and nori, and Vegetable Rolls with rice, cream cheese, avocado, cucumber, and nori. What to Expect: - Step-by-step guidance from a talented chef who makes it make sense. - A fun, beginner-friendly class where no one judges your knife skills. - Tasting, laughing and leveling up your kitchen game. - Ideal for: a solo outing, date night, girls’ night or group fun.

Discover the art of French cuisine in this immersive cooking class, hosted through Cozymeal. This 3-course experience showcases refined flavors and beloved traditions of classic French dining. Your hands-on cooking experience features: - First course: French onion soup layered with caramelized onions, Gruyère cheese and crisp croûtons - Second course: Coq au vin or beef Bourguignon, both simmered in red wine with mushrooms and herbs - Dessert: Apple tarte Tatin baked to golden perfection or delicate coconut macaroons This intimate workshop blends instruction with interactive cooking, leaving you confident to recreate French classics at home. Guests may bring their favorite wine or beer to enjoy alongside the meal.

Learn the satisfying art of dumpling folding in a lively Baltimore setting. In this interactive cooking class, Chef Jesse guides you step by step through crafting delicious dumplings from scratch. You’ll start by mixing a savory filling of ground chicken or shrimp with napa cabbage, garlic and ginger, learning how aromatic ingredients build depth of flavor. Then move on to the delicate technique of wrapping and pleating dumplings, transforming simple wrappers into beautifully shaped bites. Chef Jesse demonstrates the folding patterns that give dumplings their signature look while ensuring they cook evenly. As your dumplings finish cooking, whisk together a sweet-tangy dipping sauce made from soy sauce, brown sugar, rice wine vinegar and lemon juice. Enjoy your handmade dumplings at the end of class and leave with skills you can recreate anytime at home.

Experience the bold flavors of Thai street food without leaving Baltimore. This interactive class with Chef Jesse focuses on crafting authentic shrimp Pad Thai from the ground up. Begin by preparing the essential ingredients — rice noodles, shrimp and fresh aromatics — before learning how to build a rich sauce using tamarind paste, fish sauce and peanuts. Chef Jesse demonstrates the proper stir-fry technique that gives Pad Thai its signature flavor and texture, showing you how to combine noodles and sauce quickly over high heat. You’ll also learn how Thai cuisine balances sweet, savory and tangy elements in every bite. When your dish is finished, enjoy a plate of homemade shrimp Pad Thai and leave with the confidence to recreate this iconic recipe at home.

Dive deep into Asian noodle craft in this hands-on class in Baltimore, hosted through Cozymeal, which connects you with top-rated local chefs. Every course is a new technique – pulling noodles, building a rich miso broth, folding gyozas and finishing with a delicate tofu dessert. Your hands-on cooking experience features: - Chilled Noodles With Butter Poached Shrimp – yuzu ponzu, garlic butter and poached shrimp - Spicy Miso Pit Beef Noodle Soup – spicy miso broth, smoked pit beef, miso eggs and homemade chili oil - Vegetable Potstickers – cabbage and shiitake gyozas with citrus-soy sauce - Almond Tofu With Fresh Berries – almond milk tofu, matcha apple salad and blueberry compote Leave ready to pull noodles, fold dumplings and build bold Asian broths at home. Please note that no liquor is allowed on the premises.

Join Chef Jesse at a local brewery in Baltimore for a pasta-making experience that combines Italian flavors with craft beer! This hands-on class will teach you how to make fresh ravioli from scratch, from kneading the perfect pasta dough to rolling it to the ideal thickness. Then, create a creamy ricotta filling enhanced with bright lemon zest and Parmesan before shaping and sealing your ravioli with expert precision. Once cooked to perfection, you’ll savor your handmade masterpiece while enjoying the relaxed atmosphere of the brewery. Pair your pasta with locally brewed beer available for purchase and enjoy a fun, social evening of culinary creativity. Whether you're looking for a unique date night, a social outing with friends, or a way to sharpen your cooking skills, this class is the perfect mix of hands-on learning and great flavors. Book your spot today for a memorable ravioli-making and craft beer experience in Baltimore!

Discover bold flavors and hands-on techniques in this Asian fusion cooking class in Baltimore. This workshop explores both sushi traditions and modern fusion favorites. Your hands-on cooking experience features: - Starter: Sweet and spicy edamame glazed with honey, soy and chili - Sushi: Classic California roll with sushi rice, crab, avocado and sesame - Main course: Chicken fried rice packed with vegetables, egg and savory soy-based sauce - Dessert: Silky coconut mango mousse topped with whipped cream and lime zest With step-by-step instruction from a local sushi chef, you’ll sharpen knife skills, learn the secrets of sushi rice and discover techniques for balancing Asian-inspired flavors. Set in a relaxed Baltimore kitchen, this class combines gourmet learning with vibrant dining. Guests may bring their favorite wine or beer to enjoy alongside the meal.

Discover the surprisingly satisfying art of homemade sushi in this lively cooking class with Chef Brandi in Baltimore. Hosted at a stylish local venue near some of the city’s buzzing dining and nightlife districts, this hands-on experience combines creativity, connection and practical culinary skills in a relaxed social atmosphere. Chef Brandi guides you step-by-step through the foundations of sushi making, from preparing fluffy seasoned sushi rice to mastering rolling techniques with nori and fresh fillings. You’ll build a classic California roll with surimi, avocado and cucumber before creating a vibrant veggie roll layered with mango, avocado and crisp cucumber. Throughout the experience, Chef Brandi shares approachable techniques that help even total beginners feel confident rolling sushi by the end of class. All fresh ingredients and cooking tools are included, and you’ll sit down afterward to enjoy the sushi feast you created yourself.

Open Studio Thursdays at Neon Paint Place Skip the guided steps and paint whatever's actually in your head. Open Studio Thursdays is Baltimore's only open-format art night, no instructor telling you what to paint, just a blacklight-lit studio, good music, and instructors on hand if you want creative direction or a nudge in the right direction. Bring your own canvas in any size, or use one of ours, either way, all paint and supplies are included. It's BYOB (21+ with ID), snack-friendly (just nut-free, please), and genuinely fun for all ages, making it just as great for a family night as it is for a group of friends looking for something different to do on a Thursday. Whether you're a seasoned painter or you haven't touched a brush since grade school, this is your night to make something that's actually yours, under glowing blacklight, with the freedom to create without rules. students with a valid college ID or student ID get discounts.

Nothing beats the moment fresh pasta comes together right in front of you. This relaxed, beginner-friendly cooking class shows you how to make handmade ricotta ravioli from the ground up using classic techniques and simple ingredients. You'll mix and knead fresh pasta dough, roll it into thin sheets and prepare a rich ricotta filling before carefully filling, sealing and shaping each ravioli by hand. Along the way, you'll pick up practical skills for handling pasta dough, creating even portions and achieving tender, perfectly cooked ravioli every time. The atmosphere stays fun, welcoming and easygoing, making it just as enjoyable if it's your first pasta-making class as your tenth. Sit down and savor the ravioli you created yourself, then head home ready to impress at your next dinner.

Swap the usual “what should we do today?” debate for a fun, hands-on candle making class hosted at a trendy local wine bar in Baltimore. In this hands-on experience, Instructor Erica will guide you step by step as you design and pour your own custom candle. You’ll explore different scents, learn how fragrance, wax and wicks work together and create a candle that feels completely personal. And the best news? No experience is needed. Get ready for an experience that is creative, relaxing and way more memorable than sitting through another average happy hour. This class is ideal for couples looking for a unique date night, friends planning a girls’ night out, solo guests who want a calming creative escape and travelers searching for a local activity beyond the typical sightseeing list. Come for the cozy atmosphere, stay for the joy of making something with your own hands and leave with a custom candle that feels totally you.

In this hands-on class with Chef Jesse, you’ll learn how to make fresh, colorful sushi rolls from scratch in a fun and approachable setting. The class begins with perfectly seasoned sushi rice made with rice vinegar, sugar and salt. Then you’ll layer, roll and slice two signature creations. First, make a spicy tuna roll filled with sushi-grade tuna, avocado and spicy mayo wrapped in nori. Next, create a veggie rainbow roll with cucumber, carrot and avocado for a fresh, crunchy finish. Chef Jesse guides you through practical techniques for preparing sushi rice, rolling sushi, handling ingredients and improving knife skills. The atmosphere stays relaxed and beginner-friendly, making it easy to follow along. You’ll leave with practical sushi-making skills and a plate of handmade rolls ready to enjoy.

Paint an iconic landmark in the heart of Annapolis' historic district with a local award-winning watercolorist and teacher. Take home a piece of original art and learn a new skill. Make unique, creative memories. Book as a group or come as an individual. This activity takes place outdoors. Kids ages 8 years and up are invited!