Pottery, pastries or painting: hands-on workshops and classes to try

Last updated 17 July, 2025

Less of an outdoor person, and more of a cosy-by-the-fire person? Expand your horizons (without breaking a sweat) with hands-on workshops and classes in Adelaide City and North Adelaide. From ceramics or truffle making to learning how to blow glass, there's experiences for all skill levels and interests!

ABE Ceramics

Unit 10/116-120 Melbourne Street, North Adelaide SA 5006


ABE Ceramics owner Ekat provides an intimate, relaxed space to try your hand at pottery, with small class sizes to ensure you receive all the support you need. With offerings including one-off wheel throwing classes, six-week workshops or intermediate options to help build your skills, ABE's classes also make a great hens or corporate day activity!

Adelaide Chocolate School

48 Melbourne Street, North Adelaide SA 5006

Chocolate lovers of all ages will have a blast at this school dedicated to the sweet stuff. Try your hand at Belgian truffles and pralines, build your own specialty bar or even bring a rainbow unicorn to life—plus explore fun options for Easter, Christmas, school holidays and more. 

Blonde Silver Ring Making

154 Angas Street, Adelaide SA 5000

Design, make and take home two handmade rings, crafted in sterling silver or solid 9ct yellow gold. Held at The Mill, this hands-on jewellery-making workshop will teach you the foundations of silversmithing or goldsmithing, with experienced jewellers guiding you step-by-step as you create two completely unique rings of your own.

Studio Vino

195 Pirie Street, Adelaide SA 5000


Want to paint like Picasso or create a neon masterpiece? Grab a brush, a glass of your favourite and paint your own priceless artwork at Studio Vino, SA’s original paint and sip studio. All skill levels are welcome, with talented instructors guiding you through every step in hands-on group sessions.

JamFactory Short Courses

19 Morphett Street, Adelaide SA 5000

JamFactory's quarterly Short Course Program is always packed with options to expand your technical knowledge and make something truly unique to you. Make your own dinner set, coffee table or fine silver chain in immersive workshops that range from four hours to seven weeks.

Quicksteps Dance Club Studio

225 Gouger Street, Adelaide SA 5000

It doesn't matter if you have two left feet or are a seasoned salsa dancer—there's a class at QuickSteps for you! Designed to build confidence and community, there's a huge range of styles to choose from, including rock 'n' roll, bachata and ballroom, plus private wedding dance lessons.

A little nervous? Start with a free private lesson or group class to get in the flow.

Learn Digital Embroidery

City Library, Level 3, Rundle Place, Adelaide SA 5000

Book in your free session with a crafty volunteer who will teach you the ins-and-outs of the City Library's digital embroidery machine. Embroider clothes, toys and so much more with unique designs—your imagination is the limit.

WEA Adult Learning Courses

223 Angas Street, Adelaide SA 5000

Learn how to make unforgettable croissants, bake authentic sourdough or sniff out a great wine at WEA Learning's cooking and beverage courses, designed for those who love to learn, taste and explore. WEA's biggest asset is their passionate educators, who bring each class to life with their wealth of knowledge and experience.