2-Hour Handmade Ceramic Class: Make Your Own Honolulu Souvenir
Overview
Never tried working with clay? This is the perfect opportunity—especially while you’re on vacation! Our hand-building ceramic workshop gives you a hands-on introduction to pottery, guiding you from raw clay to a finished, functional piece you can truly use. You’ll learn how to form your mug, travel tumbler, bowl, or a set of espresso cups from scratch, understand the basics of clay structure, and explore simple techniques for adding texture and decoration. The best part? Your finished product will be fully food-safe, durable, dishwasher-friendly, and made to last for years. It’s a warm, welcoming environment designed for beginners—perfect for relaxing, getting creative, and enjoying a memorable experience during your stay in Honolulu. Join us for a fun, small-group class and a relaxing morning you’ll truly enjoy. Each session lasts 2 to 2.5 hours and is open to all ages and skill levels. If you’re unable to pick up your piece, we can ship it to you via USPS Priority Mail at cost.
What's Included
- Instructions, material, tools, firing, a mug to keep after firing
- Shipping fee to the continental U.S.
Meeting Location
3036 Diamond Head Road
Honolulu, HI 96815, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Get your hands in some clay and create something truly your own! In our fun and relaxing hand-building ceramic workshop, you’ll turn a simple block of clay into a beautiful, functional coffee mug, bowl, travel tumbler, or set of espresso cups—your choice!
No experience needed! You’ll be guided step-by-step by a friendly, experienced ceramic artist as you shape your piece and add textures, patterns, and personal touches to make it uniquely yours.
Perfect for locals or visitors looking for a creative experience and a handmade Honolulu keepsake. After the workshop, choose your favorite glaze color and we’ll professionally glaze and fire your creation. Your finished piece will be food-safe, dishwasher-safe, and microwave-safe.
Pick it up when it’s ready, or we can ship it to you via USPS Priority mail.
Weekly Workshops at 3036 Diamond Head Rd.
Thursday @ 10:30 AM
Saturday @ 10:00 AM
Come play with clay, have some fun, and create something special—with a little touch of Aloha!
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the 2-Hour Handmade Ceramic Class: Make Your Own Honolulu Souvenir?
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (HST).
- Instructions, material, tools, firing, a mug to keep after firing.
- Shipping fee to the continental U.S.
The minimum age to participate is 6. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the 2-Hour Handmade Ceramic Class: Make Your Own Honolulu Souvenir is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for 2-Hour Handmade Ceramic Class: Make Your Own Honolulu Souvenir will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Instructions, material, tools, firing, a mug to keep after firing
- Shipping fee to the continental U.S.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
