Many of us make resolutions in the New Year to learn something new. Whether it’s crafting, culinary, or educational, we’ve rounded up some of the best workshops around Dallas for you to explore!
Updated January 2022
ART
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From adult workshops, to children’s art classes, the Dallas Museum of Art offers something for everyone! You can even mix family and fun by signing up for one of their more integrated classes! Check out their full calendar of events for daily museum happenings, including virtual events.
Downtown
The Craft Guild
Dip your toes into all realms of arts and crafts, in the genuine sense of the term, and learn a new skill! Class and workshop offerings include bookbinding, painting, glass, pottery, and so much more. They also offer programs specifically for homeschooled children!
Carrollton
Creative Arts Center of Dallas
Lovingly known as the CAC, this studio offers a wide variety of studio classes each week. Classes include printmaking, ceramics, mosaic, and others! You can even sign up for a membership and enjoy classes at a discounted price!
East Dallas
Dallas Center for Photography
If you’re a beginner or a seasoned photographer, the Dallas Center for Photography offers workshops for all. They also offer a speaker series and other special events!
Design District
Meadows Museum
Located just North of downtown on SMU’s campus, the Meadows Museum offers lectures, drawing classes, children’s classes, and others to the Dallas community! Learn how to draw from the masters, or what different symbols represent in iconic works of art. Different workshops are offered monthly!
SMU
FOOD
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The Cookery
Offering a wide selection of classes to satisfy your tastebuds, you’re bound to find something for everyone! Each class focuses on seasonal, international, and local dishes teaches you everything you need to know for a delicious meal!
Design District
HEALTH & WELLNESS
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Center for Brain Health
If your mind and brain interest you, then this is the perfect place! Their workshops allow you to explore more about the inner workings of your brain, why its health matters, and what you can do to improve overall brain health. Workshops include a speaker series, sleep studies, and more!
West Dallas
LIFESTYLE
Malibu Apothecary
Make your own candles at this California and destination-inspired workshop! Mix and pour your own scents, create a custom label, and enjoy drinks and snacks while you work!
Bishop Arts
Flea Style
Originally starting out as a hub for all things vintage and unique, Flea Style offers quarterly pop-ups, their signature hat bar, and crafting workshops. Schedule a session to learn how to make some of your favorite wardrobe staples!
Deep Ellum
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Jazmine Reed Clark
From one-on-one coaching to group seminars, Jazmine Reed Clark is here to help you learn all the skills necessary to land that next job! She offers a variety of classes and is even an Enneagram certified career coach!
UNIVERSITY-SPONSORED PROGRAMS
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University of Texas at Dallas
UTD offers a variety of workshops and events that are open to the public! They encourage all Dallasites to take advantage of their programs, which include film lectures, engaging scientific workshops, and more. Their lecture and workshop series change monthly, so there is always something new and exciting to do!
North Dallas
Tate Lecture Series at SMU
This lecture series at SMU brings a variety of well-known, change making speakers to campus to speak on a variety of topics. Each lecture is open to the public! Previous speakers have included President George W. Bush, Ayesha Khanna, and many more incredible individuals.
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