Gingerbread House Workshop
Participants build artisan gingerbread houses using handmade frosting and decorate them with an array of candies, cookies, and goodies. Guests can enjoy unlimited non-alcoholic beverages such as espresso, coffee, hot chocolate, hot cider, or a signature mocktail alongside light savory refreshments. Attendees can design their own house individually or collaborate as a couple or group.
What to Expect
Adults-only BYOB gingerbread house building with handmade frosting and treats
Event Details
Duration
2 hours.
Food & Drink
Enjoy unlimited non-alcoholic drinks including espresso, coffee, hot chocolate, hot cider, and the 2026 signature mocktail, plus snacks, sweets, and light savory refreshments; guests may bring their own alcoholic beverages.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Adults who enjoy festive hands-on activities
Vibe
Creative and festive
Energy Level
Low
Budget
$$
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Resident: workshop registration $29; optional gingerbread kit $26. Non-resident: workshop registration $37; optional gingerbread kit $32. Each group must have at least one kit. Individual registration includes unlimited non-alcoholic drinks, snacks, and sweets, but no kit. – Get tickets
- Hours: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm.
Tips & Advice
- Register each attendee individually and reserve by November 18, as the workshop asks guests to secure their places ahead of time.
- Select a house kit during registration; each group needs at least one, and kits are not included with individual registration.
- Bring a box or tray to carry your finished gingerbread house home.
- Enter any dietary needs in the registration prompt, since cross-contamination may occur at the buffet-style event.
- Plan for the two-hour workshop and choose whether each person will make a house or collaborate with the group.
Special Events & Promotions
- Residents can register before non-residents; non-resident registration opens a week later.
- A gingerbread house kit is sold separately, and each group must have at least one kit.
- The workshop features a 2026 Gingerbread Workshop Signature Mocktail.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can attend the workshop?
It is for ages 21–99.99, and each person attending must register individually.
Does registration include a gingerbread house kit?
No. Registration includes unlimited non-alcoholic drinks, snacks, and sweets; each group must obtain at least one additional kit.
Can I build a house with other people?
Yes. You can make your own house or work together as a couple or group.
What food and drinks are provided, and can I bring my own?
Non-alcoholic drinks, including espresso, coffee, hot chocolate, hot cider, or the signature mocktail, plus snacks, sweets, and light savory refreshments are included. The workshop is BYOB.
Can the workshop accommodate dietary needs?
Note dietary needs during registration; cross-contamination may occur at the buffet-style event.
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