Are Bonsai Bar workshops 21+?

Venue policies vary—some taprooms allow under-21 guests with a guardian, others do not; check the booking page or contact the venue.

What’s included with a ticket?

Each ticket includes a tree you pick, a ceramic pot, two hours of instruction, basic tools for use, and entry into the Tree-iage support program.

Can two people share one tree or ticket?

No. Events are ticketed per person and each attendee gets their own tree and pot.

When should I arrive?

Arrive at least 15 minutes before the scheduled start to check in and choose your tree and pot.

What is the refund policy?

Refunds are only offered if a class is canceled due to low enrollment or if the operator reschedules the event.

Is this workshop good for beginners?

Yes. Workshops are tailored to beginners and cover essential care, pruning, and styling techniques.

Hands-On Bonsai Workshop at Port Orleans Brewing Co. in New Orleans

Bonsai Bar at Port Orleans Brewing Co. offers a two-hour hands-on workshop where city visitors and locals learn to create and take home a living miniature tree. Located at 4124 Tchoupitoulas St in New Orleans, Louisiana, the event pairs the focused craft of bonsai with the communal energy of a working craft brewery. Workshops are beginner-friendly: organizers supply trees, ceramic pots, soil and tools, and instructors guide pruning, wiring and basic aftercare. Port Orleans Brewing Company opened its doors in 2017 and has become part of New Orleans’s small-batch beer scene. The brewery’s taproom provides the backdrop: exposed brick, long wooden bars, hoops of sunlight through tall windows, and a rotating list of experimental ales and sours. That setting makes Bonsai Bar unusual for an urban outdoor recreation guide — it translates a traditionally outdoor horticultural hobby into a social indoor experience that still celebrates plant life and local craftsmanship. Key features of the experience include the pick-your-tree moment, a choice of ceramic bonsai pots, two hours of instruction, and access to the Tree-iage program for ongoing plant support. The workshop focuses on fundamentals—root care, soil composition, pruning technique, and basic styling—so newcomers leave with a healthy first tree and confidence to care for it. The nearby Mississippi River corridor and the warehouse district’s old industrial architecture give a subtle local context: this is plant care amid the city’s built environment where green practice meets bourbon barrel-aged stout. This event is particularly well suited to travelers who want an activity that combines hands-on learning, local flavor, and a relaxed social scene. It’s ideal for couples, small groups, or solo travelers looking to meet people. Accessibility and age policies vary by venue; check entry rules on booking pages if you plan to bring underage guests. Practical details: arrive at least 15 minutes early to check in, order food and drink, and pick your tree and pot. Classes run about two hours and are ticketed per person—sharing a ticket or tree is not permitted. Refunds are only provided if a class cancels for lack of numbers or an operator reschedules. The exact operator contact is not listed in the supplied information. Why it stands out: Bonsai Bar translates the slow craft of bonsai into a compact, convivial two-hour format inside one of New Orleans’s experimental breweries. It’s part workshop, part night out—perfect for visitors who want a creative souvenir that keeps growing. Book through the provided link to reserve a spot, note the venue address 4124 Tchoupitoulas St, New Orleans, LA 70115, and come prepared to learn plant basics while enjoying locally brewed beer; workshops fill fast on weekend evenings, so reserve early and plan transit—parking can be limited along riverfront streets.