10 fun holiday classes to try in the Huntsville area

holiday classes cocktails — Craft cocktail classes are totally on this list. (McCarley Northway / Hville Blast)

Holiday classes turn the wonderful time of the year into the craftiest time of year. From baking delicious cookies to making ornaments, there’s no shortage of ways to get creative at the holidays.

Check out these 10 classes in the Huntsville area that will help you find a creative holiday spirit.

1. Seasonal Sips: A craft cocktail class series

holiday classes midcity miracle — Grab your holiday glasses. You’re going to want to try these cocktails again. (McCarley Northway / Hville Blast)

The Orion’s craft cocktail series for December focuses on fondue and winter warmers. Grab a friend and channel your inner mixologist at this informative cocktail workshop.

When: Thurs., Dec. 14, 7PM-8:30PM
Where: The Orion Amphitheater
Tickets cost $60 and space is limited.

2. Make a Snow Globe at Snow Stroll

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This activity at The Party Prep Co. sold out last year. Visit the shop during Mrs. Claus’ Snow Stroll at Stovehouse to build your own (plastic) snow globe.

When: Fri., Dec. 15 + Sat., Dec. 16, 5:30PM-8:30PM
Where: The Party Prep Co.
Tickets to build cost $12, and you can purchase them inside the The Party Prep Co.

3. Fresh Wreaths: What to grow + how to make them

Love the woody smell of Christmas trees? Add more to your holiday decor with a freshly-made wreath. At this class, the instructor will share which trees and shrubs to grow in your garden to create a unique wreath. All attendees will make and take home an 18″ wreath with materials sourced from the botanical garden.

When: Thurs., Dec. 14, 6PM-8:30PM
Where: The Huntsville Botanical Garden
Tickets cost $70 for members and $120 for non-members.

4. Holiday Charcuterie Class

Graze Charcuterie Co. will teach you everything everything you need to know about building the perfect charcuterie board at this class. Bottomless mimosas are included.

When: Sat., Dec. 16 + Sat., Dec. 23, 12PM
Where: The Wine Cellar
Tickets cost $75.

5. Focaccia Holiday Bread Art Class

Head across the river to Decatur for this class with Chef Paul Naumcheff that will teach you how to make delicious focaccia bread. Make sure to bring your own apron and a sheet pan to this class.

When: Sat., Dec. 16, 1PM-3PM
Where: Central United Methodist Church
This class costs $40 and you can pay at the door.

6. Holiday Table Garlands Class

holiday classes trees — Save those branches from your live trees to make a festival wreath or garland. (McCarley Northway / Hville Blast)

Use cypress, arborvitae and magnolia to handcraft beautiful holiday garlands. Each participant will leave with a 6 foot table garland made with materials from the Huntsville Botanical Garden.

When: Sat., Dec. 16, 10AM
Where: Huntsville Botanical Garden
Tickets cost $70 for members and $120 for non-members.

7. Cookie Decorating Christmas Cooking Class

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Learn all the tips and tricks to bake the best Christmas sugar cookies at this hands-on baking workshop. Holiday treats and drinks will be served.

When: Sat., Dec. 16, 3PM-4:30PM
Where: Rafael’s Table at Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment
Tickets cost $95.

8. Cookie Decorating Fun

This kid friendly cookie party is fun for the whole family. Come enjoy a full brunch then decorate cookies straight from the Brewers Cooperative kitchen.