Are Bonsai Bar workshops 21+?

Venues vary—some allow underage attendees with a parent or guardian. Check the specific event’s under-21 policy on the booking page.

Can two people share one ticket?

No. Tickets are sold per person and include one tree and one pot each; sharing is not permitted.

What is included with a ticket?

You get a tree you pick, a ceramic bonsai pot, two hours of instruction, basic tools to borrow, soil, and ongoing support through Tree-iage.

Do I need prior bonsai experience?

No. Workshops are designed for beginners and cover essential wiring, pruning, and repotting techniques.

Is there a refund policy?

Refunds are not standard unless Bonsai Bar cancels due to insufficient enrollment or unforeseen reasons—confirm event details before booking.

Can I order food and drinks during the class?

Yes. Arrive early to order from the taproom; drink service depends on the venue’s hours and policies.

Bonsai Bar at Faction Brewing — Make a Tiny Tree in Alameda Taproom

Bonsai Bar @ Faction Brewing sits at 2501 Monarch St in Alameda, California, a two-hour hands-on workshop that turns plant novices into proud caretakers of tiny trees. Set inside Faction Brewing’s hoppy 20-barrel brewhouse, this social class pairs craft beer with careful instruction so you can build, prune, and pot your own bonsai to take home. You’ll pick a tree and a ceramic pot, learn basic wiring and pruning, and leave with clear aftercare guidance supported by Bonsai Bar’s Tree-iage program. The workshop is intentionally beginner-friendly: tools and soil are provided, instructors demonstrate step-by-step techniques, and the atmosphere encourages curiosity rather than perfection. Faction Brewing brings a local flavor — a full lineup of pale ales and IPAs produced in a compact brewhouse — so you can sample regional beer styles while you learn. What makes this event stand out in the Bay Area is the collision of craft traditions: artisanal beer culture and the slow, patient craft of bonsai in one convivial room. The class highlights the smaller natural elements: dwarf conifers, deciduous bonsai stock, and the tactile appeal of moss and compact soils—materials that translate urban gardeners into long-term stewards. Located on Alameda Island near the Bay shoreline, the venue sits inside a city with maritime roots and a former naval air station that shaped its waterfront identity. Workshops are social by design: couples, friends, and small groups fit comfortably, and instructors encourage questions so attendees leave confident to prune and repot on their own. Plan to arrive 15 minutes early at 2501 Monarch St, Alameda, CA 94501, USA to check in, order food or drink from the taproom, and pick your tree and pot before the session begins. Tickets are sold per person; each guest receives their own tree and pot and access to ongoing support through Bonsai Bar’s Tree-iage program. Whether you want an evening activity between ferry runs or a creative date night, Bonsai Bar compresses a deep, hands-on learning curve into two lively hours. It’s a low-barrier, locally rooted experience that highlights Alameda’s craft culture while handing you a living object you’ll nurture long after the last pour. Reserve a ticket through the referral link to secure your spot and bring curiosity—bonsai rewards patience, and this class hands you the tools to begin. All materials—pots, soil, shears, chopsticks, and a selection of starter trees—are supplied, and instructors lend tools so you leave with knowledge rather than gear to buy. Refunds are not standard unless Bonsai Bar cancels for insufficient enrollment or unforeseen reasons, so check event details before booking and arrive ready to learn. This workshop converts casual curiosity into a sustainable hobby — a small, living reminder of the city’s inventive, hands-on character.