Can two people share one tree/ticket?

No. Events are ticketed per person and each attendee must have their own ticket.

Are Bonsai Bar workshops 21+?

Venues vary—many are family-friendly and allow underage attendees with a parent or guardian; check the venue’s under 21 policy.

Are drinks included in the ticket price?

No. Drinks and food are available separately from the Stadium Brew Co. menu.

When should I arrive?

Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the scheduled event to check in, pick your tree, and order food or drinks.

What’s included with a ticket?

You get to keep the tree you pick, a ceramic bonsai pot, two hours of instruction, supplies to borrow, and access to Tree-iage follow-up support.

What is the refund policy?

Refunds are only offered if a class is canceled or does not reach minimum numbers; otherwise tickets are non-refundable.

Bonsai Bar at Stadium Brew Co.: Make a Tiny Bonsai in Aliso Viejo

Bonsai Bar at Stadium Brew Co. offers a lively, hands-on workshop where you make and pot a tiny bonsai tree in two focused hours. Located at 26731 Aliso Creek Rd, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656, USA, Stadium Brew Co. is a full-service bar, restaurant & brewery with a 60-tap selection and expansive outdoor seating. The venue’s 28 large screens and social energy make bonsai trimming feel like part of a neighborhood night out.

Instructors guide beginners through tree selection, basic pruning, root handling, and potting, sharing simple techniques you can use at home. Each ticket includes a tree, a ceramic pot, access to soil and tools, and two hours of instruction, plus follow-up support through the Tree-iage program. Food and drink are available separately from the venue menu, and organizers ask guests to arrive 15 minutes early to check in.

What sets this workshop apart is the collision of two local cultures: Southern California craft beer energy and pared-down horticulture. The tiny specimens—often dwarf pines, compact ficus, or hardy maples—translate well to coastal Southern California conditions, letting new owners practice pruning and potting without worrying about cold winters. Students learn to shape branches, manage root mass, and adjust watering rhythms to local light and humidity.

The setting is casual and family-friendly, making the event a good option for date nights, solo explorers or groups. Tickets are sold per person and cannot be shared; refunds are only issued if a class is canceled or rescheduled. The experience doubles as a low-stakes introduction to plant stewardship and a chance to bring a living memento home.

For visitors staying nearby, the address 26731 Aliso Creek Rd sits conveniently near Aliso Viejo Town Center, making the workshop an easy stop on an Orange County evening itinerary. Whether you come for craft beer, hands-on learning, or to take up a new hobby, Bonsai Bar at Stadium Brew Co. delivers focused, friendly instruction and a small, satisfying project that grows long after the night ends.

Practical tips include wearing clothes you don’t mind getting dirty, arriving early to secure a seat, and planning to order food if you want a full dining experience. The workshop’s pace favors questions, so bring a phone or notebook to photograph technique steps and reference points. Tree-iage follow-up gives new owners a place to troubleshoot care issues as saplings adjust to home conditions. This is more than a craft night; it’s a practical skill practice wrapped in convivial surroundings.

If you prefer quieter learning environments there are other bonsai spaces in Orange County, but Bonsai Bar’s model of teaching inside a busy brewery opens the possibility of bringing more people into the hobby. Whether you are a complete novice or simply,