How long is the workshop?

The session runs about 30 minutes, with finished pieces ready for pickup the following day at noon.

What are the age limits?

Participants should be at least 13 years old; younger children are not recommended for safety reasons.

Can the studio accommodate wheelchair users?

Yes—staff request that you notify them in advance so they can prepare an accessible setup.

When will my candle or melts be ready?

Candles and tart melts are set to cure and will be available for pickup the next day at noon.

Can I choose my scent and label design?

Yes—you select your fragrance at the workshop and receive a custom printed Pride label to affix to your item.

Is parking available nearby?

Downtown Huntington offers street parking and public lots; arrive early for the best options during events.

Pour Pride: Candle-Making Night at The Haute Wick Social in Huntington

The Haute Wick Social’s Pride Night in Huntington, West Virginia, offers a hands-on evening that pairs craft energy with community purpose. Located in downtown Huntington on the western edge of the Appalachian Plateau near the Ohio River, the workshop invites makers and allies to pour a 4oz tin, an 8oz jar, or a set of tart melts while 20% of ticket sales benefit Huntington Pride. Participants receive step-by-step instruction, choose a scent, and leave with a custom printed Pride label; finished pieces are available for pickup the following day at noon.

Inside the studio, the scene is tactile and immediate: rows of labeled fragrance options, metal tins or larger vessels waiting to be filled, and a communal counter built for careful, deliberate pours. The program is designed for people ages 13 and up and runs roughly 30 minutes, making it an accessible stop between riverfront trails, Pullman Square events, and a night out in town. Group size is limited to eight, which keeps the vibe social but intentionally small so each participant gets hands-on time and instructor feedback.

What elevates this class beyond a simple craft night is its community focus. Pairing a creative skill with a fundraising push for Huntington Pride turns a souvenir into a statement. If you’re passing through the Ohio River corridor or exploring the nearby Appalachian foothills, this is the sort of local experience that connects you to people rather than just places.

Practical notes: choose your pour at booking—4oz tin, four tart melts, or an 8oz candle—and plan to return the next day for pickup. The studio notes accessibility options for wheelchair users if you ask ahead. Bring a sense of curiosity and an allergy note if you have sensitivities to fragrance oils.

For visitors who want to stitch together a full day, combine the class with a morning walk along the Ohio River Greenway, a late lunch at downtown eateries, or a visit to Ritter Park’s green spaces. Photographers should focus on the hands-on moments—the shimmer of liquid wax, the slow steady pour, and the printed Pride label against a raw candle surface.

Whether you’re a maker looking for a quick technique booster, a traveler who values meaningful souvenirs, or a local supporter of Huntington Pride, this short workshop delivers a warm, focused craft experience rooted in place and purpose.

Bookings are simple: select your pour size online, note any accessibility needs, and arrive a few minutes early to choose your scent and label. The small class size makes it a good option for a date night, a family outing with teens, or a low-key bachelorette activity. Expect friendly instruction, clean workstations, and a keepsake that carries both scent and story and meaning.

About The Haute Wick Social

The Haute Wick Social offers hands-on candle making workshops and themed events designed for creatives, groups, and charitable causes. Sessions include a core Candle Making Workshop where participants receive expert guidance to blend fragrances, choose wax and vessels, and name a personalized candle to take home. Finished products are available for pickup or shipping just 2½ hours after the session, enabling same-day delivery. Seasonal and special events expand the calendar: Cats & Candles is a two-day fundraiser that supports the Appalachian Feline Foster Network and focuses on flameless scented products; the Mid Summer Night Soirée combines a picnic and perfume bar in Ritter Park’s Rose Garden with a gourmet grazing table and perfume crafting; the Summer Kick-Off Candle Making offers sunny, social crafting; and Spooky Charcuterie & Candle Making merges Halloween-themed charcuterie boards with candle crafting and costume-friendly fun. The Haute Wick Social structures each experience around clear instruction, hands-on materials, and themed atmospheres so attendees of varied skill levels can participate confidently. Booking information, seating limitations, and event specifics are published per event to help guests plan. The organization’s visible support for animal rescue during fundraising events and the quick turnaround for finished candles contribute to reliability and appeal. Whether seeking a solo creative outlet, a girls’ night, a seasonal celebration, or a charitable activity, The Haute Wick Social presents approachable, time-efficient, and memorable candle and scent-focused experiences. Detailed event descriptions, booking links, ticket limits, arrival instructions, timing, and accessibility notes are posted for each date to simplify planning.

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