Experience Gifts and Fun Things To Do in Newcastle
Discover local gems in your neighbourhood with our curated collection of hands-on workshops in Newcastle! Whether it’s picking up a paintbrush or cooking mouth-watering meals, our selection of art and craft classes are bound to help express your creativity with your favourite people and add some excitement to your usual routine. Perfect for date night ideas, team building activities or hens party ideas, come along to one of these best things to do in Newcastle this weekend and make your next special occasion the most meaningful yet.
Clay and Sip Class
4.8 (188)
5k followers
Runs regularly
Newcastle
1 to 20 guests
$108
Turkish Ceramic Painting Class
4.8 (138) (for this teacher)
25k followers
Your choice of time
Maryland
1 to 30 guests
$139
Watercolour Painting Class: Floral Motifs
4.8 (138) (for this teacher)
25k followers
Your choice of time
Maryland
1 to 30 guests
$89
American Smoking BBQ Cooking Class
5.0 (8)
4.7 (445) (for this teacher)
Runs regularly
Pokolbin
1 to 30 guests
$165
Succulent Wreath Workshop
5.0 (5)
Runs regularly
Dora Creek
/ Mobile
1 to 30 guests
$100
Turkish Mosaic Lamp Class
5.0 (2)
25k followers
Only 2 dates left
Maryland
1 to 40 guests
$189
Turkish Mosaic Lamp Class
4.8 (2k) (for this teacher)
23k followers
Runs regularly
Newcastle West
1 to 30 guests
$69 - $159
Meat BBQ Cooking Class
5.0 (2)
4k likes
Only 2 dates left
Pokolbin
1 to 30 guests
$150
Beer and Smoking Class
5.0 (2)
4k likes
Only 1 date left
Pokolbin
1 to 30 guests
$165
Hunter Heroes Wine Tasting with Local Cheese and Charcuterie
6k followers
Runs regularly
Pokolbin
1 to 50 guests
$16 - $53
Mystery Wine Tasting with Local Cheese and Charcuterie
6k followers
Runs regularly
Pokolbin
1 to 50 guests
$16 - $53
Wine Tasting Paired with Local Handmade Chocolates
6k followers
Runs regularly
Pokolbin
1 to 50 guests
$16 - $35
Seafood BBQ Cooking Class
4.7 (3)
4k likes
Only 2 dates left
Pokolbin
1 to 30 guests
$150
Beer and BBQ Cooking Class
4.7 (445) (for this teacher)
4k likes
Only 1 date left
Pokolbin
1 to 30 guests
$165
Clay and Sip Hand Building Class for Group Bookings
5.0 (2)
Your choice of time
Newcastle
1 to 25 guests
$108 - $128
Pressed Flower Art Class
Your choice of time
Lambton
4 to 40 guests
$75
Dried Flower Arrangement Workshop
5.0 (1)
Runs regularly
Dora Creek
/ Mobile
1 to 20 guests
$100
Satur-Slay Drawing Night Class
6k likes
1k followers
Only 1 date left
Wallsend
1 to 20 guests
$55
Gluten Free Fresh Pasta and Panna Cotta Masterclass
Only 1 date left
Tighes Hill
1 to 20 guests
$170
Make Your Own Dried Flower Crown
2k followers
Your choice of time
Comes to you
2 to 20 guests
$99 - $120
A Taste of Spain: An Immersive Cooking Experience
Only 1 date left
Tighes Hill
1 to 20 guests
$195
Watercolour Travel Journalling Workshop
5.0 (42)
2k followers
Runs regularly
Hamilton
1 to 10 guests
$120
Mother's Day Resin Discovery Workshop
5.0 (32) (for this teacher)
1k followers
Your choice of time
Cardiff
1 to 15 guests
$120
Textured Art Class for Beginners
5.0 (6)
5.0 (32) (for this teacher)
Only 2 dates left
Cardiff
1 to 15 guests
$170
Watercolour Pet Illustration Workshop
5.0 (2)
5.0 (58) (for this teacher)
Only 1 date left
Hamilton
1 to 10 guests
$95
Mother's Day Pamper Hamper Workshop
6k likes
1k followers
Your choice of time
Wallsend
5 to 15 guests
$150
Watercolour Florals Workshop
5.0 (3)
5.0 (58) (for this teacher)
Only 2 dates left
Hamilton
1 to 10 guests
$95
Acrylic Painting Workshop
5.0 (3)
5.0 (58) (for this teacher)
Your choice of time
Hamilton
5 to 10 guests
$120
Sparkling Wine Tasting with Native Brunch Board
6k followers
Runs regularly
Pokolbin
1 to 50 guests
$16 - $45
Vertical Wine Tasting of Pokolbin Dry Red Shiraz
6k followers
Runs regularly
Pokolbin
1 to 50 guests
$16 - $84
Lino Printing Workshop
5.0 (2)
5.0 (58) (for this teacher)
Your choice of time
Hamilton
5 to 10 guests
$120
Beeswax Candle Making Class
5.0 (9)
Your choice of time
East Maitland
/ Mobile
1 to 6 guests
$143 - $148
Paint Pouring Class for Beginners
5.0 (5)
5.0 (32) (for this teacher)
Only 1 date left
Cardiff
1 to 15 guests
$200
Chunky Art Creations Workshop
5.0 (32) (for this teacher)
1k followers
Only 1 date left
Cardiff
1 to 15 guests
$180
Classic French Tarts Cooking Class
5.0 (1)
Only 1 date left
Tighes Hill
1 to 18 guests
$175
Jewellery Making Class: Miyuki Bead Loom
5.0 (1)
25k followers
Your choice of time
Maryland
1 to 12 guests
$179
Choux Pastry Class
Your choice of time
Tighes Hill
6 to 15 guests
$160
Preserving, Pickling & Jam Making Class
5.0 (1)
Only 1 date left
Tighes Hill
1 to 18 guests
$175
Ravioli and Italian Choux Pastry Masterclass
Only 1 date left
Tighes Hill
1 to 18 guests
$175
Puff Pastry Masterclass
Only 1 date left
Tighes Hill
1 to 15 guests
$160
Cheese Making Class: Ricotta, Mozzarella and Labneh
Only 1 date left
Tighes Hill
1 to 18 guests
$165
French Dessert Cooking Class: Tasting Plate
Only 1 date left
Tighes Hill
1 to 18 guests
$170
Pizza Making Class
Your choice of time
Tighes Hill
6 to 15 guests
$150
Artisan Chocolate Making Class
Your choice of time
Tighes Hill
6 to 10 guests
$170
French and Italian Cooking Class: Baguette Loves Antipasto
Your choice of time
Tighes Hill
6 to 15 guests
$150
Private Dried Flower Wreath Workshop
5.0 (4)
2k followers
Your choice of time
Comes to you
1 to 10 guests
$150 - $179
Handbuilding Ceramics Workshop: Create Your Own Clay Art
4.5 (2)
Your choice of time
Belmont
1 to 10 guests
$125
Beginner Makeup Workshop
Your choice of time
Charlestown
6 to 10 guests
$149
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Fun things to do in Newcastle
With outdoor attractions, local experiences and beautiful scenery, Newcastle has a huge variety of fun workshops waiting for you. Tie macrame knots together, pour and mix colourful resin art or learn to cook on the BBQ grill. Whatever you choose, you are bound to find a class that suits you.
No matter where you are in the city, from Aberdare to Islington to Pokolbin, these locally-run workshops in Newcastle are the perfect place to get you out of your comfort zone and pick up a new, creative hobby. Perfect for complete beginners or experienced makers, your passionate teachers will guide you step-by-step through the creative process. Enter a safe and inspiring space, ready to learn and have some fun with your loved ones.
Looking for fun activities in Newcastle for Mum? Send her on a wine tasting tour in the Hunter Valley, which is just one hour away from Newcastle. There, you and Mum will get to visit breweries and vineyards with local experts, sample some wine and cheese and take in the picturesque views of this beautiful location.
Or if you’re after romantic date night ideas in Newcastle, an acrylic paint pouring class in Cardiff is the perfect, mindful activity for couples, regardless of age. Play around with colourful paint and create unique works of art ready to take home. Not only will you be spending quality time with your special someone but you’ll create new, heartwarming memories to remember forever.
Rejuvenating workshops and local experiences in Newcastle
Searching for ‘what to do in Newcastle?’ From East Branxton to Fingal Bay, find a wide range of rejuvenating workshops and local experiences ready for you to explore and discover your inner creativity. From Turkish mosaic lamp making to watercolour painting to DSLR photography, you’ll get to learn all about the craft and make works of art that you can feel proud of. Meet local artisans and makers who love sharing their passion and knowledge with others, even if you’re a total beginner! Their mission is to make arts and crafts accessible to all people, no matter their age or skill set.
Did you know that by spending 45 minutes on an arts, crafts or cooking experience, it can boost your mental health and wellbeing? As you create, your mind switches off and allows you to focus on the present moment. Our Newcastle workshops focus on exactly that, so leave your worries at the door and pour yourself into an artistic, mindful activity. You can create so much with your two hands, from making an ocean blue resin art cheeseboard to sculpting a cute clay mug.
On the hunt for relaxing things on in Newcastle? Look no further than our range of wellness-focused workshops, which help you relax and unwind in the most beautiful locations. Whether it’s booking a private macrame class at home or visiting a local skincare studio, these rejuvenating Newcastle activities are ideal for hens nights, team building ideas or simply just some me-time.
Fun indoor activities and online classes
No matter what your interests are, there is something here for everyone. So get out of the house this weekend and join us on one of our unique workshops in Newcastle! Our curated selection of craft classes includes a gorgeous textured painting class in Cardiff, where you’ll create arches and waves with a bit of paint, palette knives and creativity! Or if you’re searching for fun activities for adults in Newcastle, try out this clay and sip class in Newcastle West. Mould and shape clay to create your own unique ceramic homewares, ready to use at home. These indoor events are perfect rainy day activities when you still want to escape the house.
Can’t make it to a physical class? We’ve got you covered! There are plenty of Newcastle workshops in the comfort of your own home. Whether it’s a Japanese cooking class or a paint and sip workshop, these online classes can help you learn something new and make something beautiful with your friends and family at home.
Plus, if you’re on the go and need to take your crafting on the road, our selection of travel craft kits are perfect for those who want to keep creating wherever they go! Take a piece of Newcastle with you by learning how to make macramé coasters or floral art using locally-sourced materials.
Perfect for every occasion, from date night ideas to indoor family activities, our in-person and online workshops in Newcastle are the perfect way to make any day feel special and meaningful. Simply scroll through our website, book your workshop and who knows, you might just have found your favourite new hobby in 2025!
