65 upcoming workshops events
Terrarium Workshop, Wednesday 10th June 6:30pm- 8pm
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 at 19:30
London Terrariums
Join a hands-on terrarium workshop at London Terrariums on Wednesday, 10 June, 6:30–8:00 pm. Create your own miniature glass garden, learn plant care and basic terrarium design from an expert, and take home a living centerpiece. No prior experience required—perfect for plant lovers.
Welding for Artists
Fri, 12 Jun 2026 at 11:00
Craft Courses London
Join a 3-day welding workshop for artists in London. Hands-on metalworking techniques, safety fundamentals, and project-based exploration at Craft Courses London—perfect for makers looking to expand their creative practice.
Colour Portraiture in the Studio with Amit Lennon
Sat, 13 Jun 2026 at 11:00
Photofusion
Hands-on studio portraiture workshop with Amit Lennon at Photofusion. Learn colour portrait techniques, studio lighting, and posing in a focused, practical session.
Sunday Sessions: Family Dance & Garden Design
Sun, 14 Jun 2026 at 11:00
Garden Museum
Explore how garden design and movement interconnect in a family-friendly workshop at the Garden Museum. Dance-inspired activities let kids and adults trace design trends across the ages, in a free outdoor session that blends play with learning.
Two-day Mosaic Workshop in West London
Sat, 13 Jun 2026 at 11:00
Craft Courses London
Join a two-day mosaic workshop at Craft Courses London in West London (Hanwell). Learn basic and intermediate mosaic techniques, from tile setting to finishing, in a friendly studio over two days.
Doughnut Workshop
Sun, 14 Jun 2026 at 10:30
Bread Ahead
Join Bread Ahead’s expert bakers for a hands-on doughnut-making class in London. Learn dough preparation and decorating, then take home your own custard grenades and a butter-rich brioche loaf.
Terrarium Workshop, Saturday 13th June 11am - 12:30pm
Sat, 13 Jun 2026 at 12:00
London Terrariums
Join a hands-on terrarium workshop at London Terrariums. Learn basic terrarium care, choose plants, and assemble your own miniature green world to take home. A relaxed, creative session for beginners and plant lovers alike.
Industrial ai and Data Science Workshop 2026
Tue, 16 Jun 2026
Roderic Hill Building, Imperial College London
A hands-on workshop at Imperial College London exploring industrial AI and data science. Led by academic and industry experts, it covers practical tools, workflows, and case studies, with interactive sessions in the Roderic Hill Building.
Drawing with Steel
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 at 11:00
Craft Courses London
Two-day craft workshop in London teaching drawing with steel, led by the London Sculpture Workshop at Craft Courses London. Hands-on sessions explore form, texture, and steel drawing techniques in a practical studio setting.
Paper marbling
Sun, 14 Jun 2026 at 11:30
City Lit
Learn the ancient art of paper marbling in a hands-on City Lit workshop. Explore floating colors, patterns, and techniques to create unique marbled papers you can use in crafts, journaling, or bookbinding.
Clouds and cosmos: A mixed media summer school
Thu, 18 Jun 2026
The National Gallery
Clouds and Cosmos: A mixed media summer school at MATERIAL Gallery invites curious minds into hands-on art making, blending celestial imagery with collaborative workshops in vibrant East London spaces.
Portuguese Baking Workshop
Thu, 18 Jun 2026 at 15:00
Bread Ahead
Join a hands-on baking workshop at Bread Ahead to master three iconic Portuguese pastries: custard tarts, Pão de Deus coconut buns, and papos secos rolls. Perfect for beginners and baking enthusiasts looking to recreate Portugal’s beloved breads at home.
Sweet Tarts Workshop
Fri, 19 Jun 2026 at 10:30
Bread Ahead
Join a half-day Sweet Tarts Workshop at Bread Ahead to master three classic tarts: lemon meringue, Scandinavian blueberry and custard, and a treacle tart. Guided by an expert baker, you'll work from dough to bake, including a rye-sweet pastry twist. A hands-on class perfect for pastry enthusiasts at a renowned London bakery.
Danish Baking Workshop
Sat, 20 Jun 2026 at 10:30
Bread Ahead Wembley Park
Join a half-day Danish Baking Workshop at Bread Ahead Wembley to master Cardamom Buns, Rye Loaf, and Morning Buns. This hands-on session teaches shaping techniques and high-hydration dough under expert bakers, in a warm, casual kitchen setting.
Sunday Sessions Sunflower Planting and Pot Decorating
Sun, 21 Jun 2026 at 11:00
Garden Museum
Join Garden Museum for a sunny, hands-on Sunday session featuring sunflower planting and pot decorating. This family-friendly workshop blends practical gardening tips with creative decorating in a relaxed, welcoming space at the Garden Museum.
Tuesday Tots: Tomato Storytelling Workshop
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 at 11:00
Garden Museum
Free Tuesday-tots storytelling workshop at Garden Museum based on 'I Will Not Never Ever Eat a Tomato'. Aimed at toddlers and their families, the session invites kids to listen, act, and imagine in a welcoming garden setting.
1-day mosaic jewellery workshop in West London
Sat, 20 Jun 2026 at 11:00
Craft Courses London
Spend a focused day crafting mosaic jewellery at Craft Courses London in Hanwell. This hands-on workshop teaches basic mosaic techniques and project-based making, ideal for beginners and hobbyists looking to fashion a personal piece in a friendly, creative setting.
Introduction to Italian Baking Workshop
Thu, 25 Jun 2026 at 10:30
Bread Ahead
Hands-on bread-baking class at Bread Ahead in London, teaching Italian breads like focaccia and ciabatta. Suitable for all levels, you'll practice dough handling, shaping, and baking techniques in a friendly, instructor-led session.
Complete Sourdough Workshop
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 at 11:00
Bread Ahead Wembley Park
Join a hands-on sourdough workshop at Bread Ahead Wembley on 26 June 2026 at 10:00. Learn to cultivate wild yeast, replace baker’s yeast, and master fermentation and dough handling to bake your own loaf at home.
Kintsugi Workshop for beginners
Sun, 21 Jun 2026 at 11:00
Craft Courses London
A beginner-friendly 3-hour Kintsugi workshop at Craft Courses London. Learn the Japanese art of repairing ceramics with gold lacquer, practice filling and finishing techniques, and leave with a finished piece.
Terrarium Workshop, Wednesday 24th June 6:30pm- 8pm
Wed, 24 Jun 2026 at 19:30
London Terrariums
Join a hands-on terrarium workshop at London Terrariums. Learn to assemble glass containers, select low-maintenance plants, and create a tiny indoor garden in a friendly, DIY-focused evening. All materials are supplied and you'll leave with a finished terrarium.
Brioche & Buns Workshop
Wed, 24 Jun 2026 at 15:00
Bread Ahead
Join the Brioche & Buns Workshop at Bread Ahead to master shaping and baking indulgent breads. Learn to make savory and sweet kolace, paska, and a classic buttery brioche through hands-on demos with expert bakers. Leave with fresh loaves and confidence.
Pizza Workshop
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 at 10:30
Bread Ahead Wembley Park
Join Bread Ahead Bakery School in London for a hands-on pizza making class. Learn dough prep, sauce balance, and baking techniques in a popular cooking workshop at Bread Ahead Wembley.
Back to basics: A practical guide to oil painting
Mon, 22 Jun 2026
The National Gallery
Hand Rolled Pasta & Focaccia Workshop
Wed, 24 Jun 2026 at 19:00
Bread Ahead
Join Bread Ahead for a hands-on pasta and focaccia workshop in London. Learn to roll fresh pasta by hand, bake fragrant focaccia, and simmer a simple tomato sauce, then feast on your creations in a relaxed, foodie atmosphere.
Croissants, Brioche & More Workshop
Sun, 28 Jun 2026 at 11:00
Bread Ahead
Join a hands-on baking workshop at Bread Ahead in London to master enriched doughs, crafting brioche and flaky croissants under expert guidance. Learn lamination techniques and pastry tips, with delicious pastries to enjoy during the session.
Sunday Sessions Oil Pastel Fruit and Flowers
Sun, 28 Jun 2026 at 11:00
Garden Museum
Join Garden Museum for Sunday Sessions: Oil Pastel Fruit and Flowers. A friendly art workshop where you’ll sketch vibrant fruit and floral subjects in oil pastel, with expert tips and demonstrations. All materials provided; relax and create in a welcoming, creative space.
Patisserie Workshop
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 at 11:00
Bread Ahead
Join a hands-on patisserie workshop at Bread Ahead Bakery School in London. Learn to master flaky croissants, pain au raisin, and pain au chocolat under expert guidance in a warm, professional bakery classroom.
Cracket Stool Workshop for Beginners
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 at 11:00
Craft Courses London
Two-day craft workshop at Craft Courses London teaching how to build a Cracket Stool using hand tools. A beginner-friendly carpentry session with guided, hands-on practice; price £260.
The New York Bagel and Pretzel Workshop
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 at 15:00
Bread Ahead Wembley Park
Hands-on baking class at Bread Ahead Wembley where you learn NYC-style bagels and soft pretzels. In a 3-hour session, all levels master dough prep, shaping, boiling, and baking in a friendly London workshop.
Start bookbinding
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 at 11:30
City Lit
Three days of progressive bookbinding at City Lit guide you through core techniques and project-based learning. Build confidence with stitching, folding and design experiments, and leave with handmade books and new skills.
Terrarium Workshop, Saturday 27th June 11am - 12:30pm
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 at 12:00
London Terrariums
Join a hands-on terrarium workshop at London Terrariums. Learn to assemble miniature glass ecosystems, select suitable plants, and care for your living miniature garden in a relaxed, creative session on Saturday morning, 11am–12:30pm (27 June 2026).
Sacred citrus: A herbal workshop with Lab Tonica
Sat, 4 Jul 2026
The National Gallery
Join Lab Tonica for a herbal workshop hosted at the National Gallery. Explore the lore of sacred citrus, learn practical herbal techniques, and experience a hands-on, gallery-based session that blends art, nature, and mindful craft.
Embroidery Summer School
Wed, 1 Jul 2026
The National Gallery
Embroidery Summer School at MATERIAL Gallery blends hands-on stitching, bold color, and playful technique, inviting art lovers to learn, create, and connect in a bright, contemporary London space.
Fashion Knitwear Summer School - Nottingham Trent University 3 weeks
Mon, 6 Jul 2026 at 11:00
Craft Courses London
An intensive 3-week Fashion Knitwear Summer School offering hands-on knitwear design and construction. Hosted as a craft workshop at Craft Courses London, blending Nottingham Trent University–style coursework with practical textile-making in a studio setting.
Introduction to Green Wood Furniture Making (2-day workshop)
Sat, 4 Jul 2026 at 11:00
Craft Courses London
Two-day hands-on course in green wood furniture making led by experienced craftsmen at Craft Courses London. Learn timber prep, cutting joints, and finishing techniques in an indoor workshop, with practical projects for beginners and hobbyists. Starts July 4, 2026 at 10:00; price £245.
Filmmakers Foundation Certificate
Tue, 7 Jul 2026
Raindance Film Training Centre
Raindance offers a Filmmakers Foundation Certificate course at the Raindance Film Training Centre, covering foundational filmmaking skills from screenplay to screen.
Bread, Soft Cheese & Butter Making Workshop
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 at 11:00
Bread Ahead Wembley Park
Join a full-day, hands-on workshop at Bread Ahead Wembley on 27 June 2026 to craft soft cheese, butter, and bread from scratch. Learn zero-waste techniques, knead and bake, and take home your own handmade cheese and butter.
Sci-Fi and Fantasy Writing Group
Sun, 5 Jul 2026 at 14:00
London LGBTQ+ Community Centre
Two-hour Sci-Fi and Fantasy Writing Workshop at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre on July 5, 2026 at 1:00 PM UTC. Open to sci-fi and fantasy writers and fans; bring your WIP or ideas to share, for input and nerdy discussion in a welcoming, community setting.
Creative approaches to design for bookbinding and book arts
Mon, 13 Jul 2026 at 11:30
City Lit
Hands-on workshop at City Lit exploring design strategies for bookbinding and book arts. Build on technical skills to develop creative approaches, typography, structure, and visual expression in binding projects.
Bookbinding: lettering with foils
Thu, 16 Jul 2026 at 11:30
City Lit
City Lit offers a practical workshop introducing lettering for bookbinders using individual letters and gold foil transfers. The session covers foil application techniques for book covers and spines, with hands-on guidance to create elegant, durable lettering.
LGBTQ+ Writing Group
Thu, 9 Jul 2026 at 18:30
London LGBTQ+ Community Centre
LGBTQ+ Writing Group is a welcoming writing workshop at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre. Come to share, plot and develop poetry or prose in a supportive, all-genres space. Open to all experience levels; come with ideas or drafts and collaborate.
Japanese style Tool Chest
Sat, 18 Jul 2026 at 11:00
Craft Courses London
Two-day hands-on woodworking workshop at Craft Courses London to build a Japanese-style tool chest. Learn practical joinery, drawer construction, and finishing techniques in a friendly studio setting, and leave with a crafted keepsake.
Bookbinding weekend: notebooks and folders
Sat, 25 Jul 2026 at 11:30
City Lit
Learn traditional bookbinding techniques over a weekend at City Lit. Create notebooks, a simple multi-section sewn book, and a folded slipcase with guided demonstrations and hands-on practice in a welcoming indoor workshop.
Silver Casting for Jewellery Making – One-Day Workshop (London)
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 at 11:00
Craft Courses London
Dive into silver casting for jewellery making in this hands-on, one-day workshop at Craft Courses London. Over six hours you'll learn the basics of casting, setting, and finishing silver pieces with expert guidance in-person in London.
LGBTQ+ Improv Workshop
Sat, 1 Aug 2026 at 18:30
London LGBTQ+ Community Centre
A drop-in LGBTQ+ improv workshop at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre for adults of any experience level. No experience necessary; learn collaboration, spontaneous speaking, and creative storytelling in a welcoming, supportive space.
Life drawing summer school
Wed, 29 Jul 2026
The National Gallery
Life drawing summer school at MATERIAL Gallery in London invites everyone to explore gesture and form, with guided exercises, relaxed critique and artist-led sessions in a bright, brick-walled space.
Heels Dance Class (Beginner Friendly) - PODDANCE
Mon, 3 Aug 2026 at 19:30
PODDANCE
Join POD Heels, an adult-only, beginner-friendly dance class at PODDANCE in London. A safe, inclusive workshop that teaches heel-dancing basics in a supportive, creative setting, weekly.
Try it out: bookbinding
Sat, 8 Aug 2026 at 11:00
City Lit
Hands-on introduction to bookbinding at City Lit. Learn materials, tools, and basic stitching as you create a handmade book to take home. Perfect for beginners curious about book arts.
Bookbinding: gold tooling on leather
Thu, 10 Sept 2026 at 11:30
City Lit
Join a hands-on City Lit workshop to master gold-tooling on leather for bookbinding. This beginner-friendly course covers essential tools, techniques, and design options to create elegant gilt accents on leather bindings, guided by an experienced instructor in a focused studio setting.
Hip Hop Class (Beginner Friendly) - PODDANCE
Mon, 17 Aug 2026 at 20:30
PODDANCE
Beginner-friendly hip-hop dance class hosted by PODDANCE in London. An inclusive, adult-only session every week at 7:30 PM designed to teach basic moves, boost confidence, and have a great time in a welcoming studio.
Film Producers' Foundation Certificate
Tue, 22 Sept 2026
Raindance Film Training Centre
Gain practical credits toward the Film Producers’ Foundation Certificate at the Raindance Film Training Centre in London. Weeks 3–4 cover Legal Requirements for Filmmakers and Movie Money, guiding you through funding, contracts and distribution to help your projects get funded, made and seen.
Creating a Business Plan for Your Film
Tue, 22 Sept 2026
Raindance Film Training Centre
Demystify funding in this practical London workshop at Raindance Film Training Centre, where mentors map out business plans, paperwork, budgets, and timelines so your film can move from idea to production-ready reality.
Book conservation and repair workshop: intermediate
Wed, 16 Sept 2026 at 19:00
City Lit
An evening intermediate workshop at City Lit to deepen book conservation and repair skills. Ideal for those with some binding experience, you'll work on your own projects with expert guidance and practical restoration techniques.
Develop your jewellery design and making
Wed, 16 Sept 2026 at 11:30
City Lit
Join a professional jewellery design and making workshop at City Lit on 16 Sep 2026. Led by an expert tutor, this session targets intermediate to advanced makers with hands-on guidance on design development, techniques, and finishing touches to elevate your practice.
Commercial Class (Intermediate) - PODDANCE
Thu, 17 Sept 2026 at 20:30
PODDANCE
Join PODDANCE for an intermediate Commercial Class in London. This adults-only, inclusive session focuses on technique and performance in a high-energy, social setting. Weekly workshops offer safe instruction led by experienced instructors in a welcoming environment.
Dried Flower Terrarium Workshop
Wed, 14 Oct 2026 at 11:00
Craft Courses London
Join a 1½ hour hands-on dried flower terrarium workshop at Admiral Hardy, Greenwich, hosted by Craft Courses London. Learn simple terrarium techniques, arrange preserved blooms, and take home your own mini glass garden. Perfect for beginners and craft lovers seeking a calming, creative afternoon in London.
Fused Glass Christmas Decorations Workshop
Sun, 8 Nov 2026 at 10:00
Craft Courses London
Join a 6.5-hour fused glass workshop in London to craft festive Christmas decorations. Held at Rainbow Glass Studios, the course guides you through glass fusing techniques and decorative design with expert instruction in a friendly studio setting.
"Here come the Vikings!" The Viking Sunset Bowl
Mon, 28 Sept 2026 at 11:00
Craft Courses London
Join a two-day Viking-themed craft workshop at Craft Courses London to hand-build and decorate a Viking Sunset Bowl. All materials included; price £340.
Raku Pottery - Art and Alchemy
Sat, 17 Oct 2026 at 11:00
Craft Courses London
An immersive 7-hour Raku pottery workshop at Craft Courses London, guiding you through glaze work and the rapid-fire Raku process in a hands-on studio session. Ideal for ceramics beginners and enthusiasts seeking a creative, tactile introduction to traditional kiln firing.
Enamelled Christmas Tree Decorations
Sun, 22 Nov 2026 at 10:00
Craft Courses London
Join a 6-hour enamelled Christmas tree decorations workshop for beginners at Craft Courses London. Learn enamel techniques to craft festive tree ornaments in a friendly, hands-on session in central London.
Try it out: bookbinding
Sun, 29 Nov 2026 at 10:00
City Lit
Dive into the craft of bookbinding at City Lit. In this hands-on workshop you’ll learn materials, techniques, and finishing touches to create a bound notebook you can take home. All materials provided; suitable for beginners.
Badge Cafe
Mon, 1 Feb 2027
Rich Mix
Join Badge Café at Rich Mix to craft your own badges from vintage images, books and magazines. A relaxed, sociable workshop with monthly themes (February highlights LGBTQ+ History Month) where you can drop in for a few minutes or stay for a couple of hours.
Hare Sculpture Workshop with Jo Garden Art
Fri, 25 Dec 2026 at 10:00
Craft Courses London
Spend a day sculpting a hare with Jo Garden Art at Craft Courses London near Diss on the Norfolk-Suffolk border. This one-day workshop covers fundamental sculpting techniques and materials, ideal for beginners and hobbyists seeking a creative, hands-on experience.
Saturday Studios in the Culture Lab
Sun, 7 Feb 2027
University College London (UCL)
Join Saturday Studios at UCL's Culture Lab for a hands-on creative workshop series exploring culture and the creative industries. This weekly program runs from February 7 through November, offering studio-style sessions that blend making, critical discussion, and campus collaboration in a dynamic university setting.