Tropical Holiday Kids Classes
Add a creative twist to your Tropical Holiday visit with festive, hands-on classes.
Hands-on holiday fun for kids!
From handmade ornaments and tropical wreaths to cookie decorating and yeti-making, these festive classes add extra creativity to your Tropical Holiday visit.
Deck the Palms
Tropical Paper Wreaths
Saturday, December 5 & 19, 3-4pm
Craft a stunning, evergreen tropical holiday wreath with vibrant paper blossoms and leaves! Each child will create one paper flower wreath to take home.
Creating From the Canopy
Nature Ornaments
Saturdays, November 28 & December 19, 3-4pm
Whip up one-of-a-kind holiday ornaments with a delightful mix of clay, dried botanicals, pinecones, and aromatic spices. Each child will make 3 ornaments to take home.
Yeti, Set, Stuff
Making a Yeti Friend
Monday, December 21 & Tuesday, December 29, 1-2pm
Craft your very own snuggly yeti pillow to cuddle up with, then unleash your creativity by giving your frosty friend a quirky name and personality! Each child will make one…
Cookie Cabana
Holiday Cookie Decorating
Tuesday, December 22, 1-2pm, Saturday, December 26 & Sunday, December 27, 3-4pm
Jazz up your holiday cookies with a splash of colorful icing and a shower of sprinkles! Each child will decorate 3 cookies to take home.
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Creating From the Canopy: Nature Ornaments November 28, 2026 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Age: 6-10 (suggested)
Price: $8 per member child, $10 per nonmember child, $6 per access member child
Whip up one-of-a-kind holiday ornaments with a delightful mix of clay, dried botanicals, pinecones, and aromatic spices. Guests will unleash their inner artist, crafting personalized treasures for their holiday decor, all inspired by nature’s finest wonders.
Deck the Palms: Tropical Paper Wreaths December 5, 2026 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Age: 7-12 (suggested)
Price: $8 per member child, $10 per nonmember child, $6 per access member child
Craft a stunning, evergreen tropical holiday wreath with vibrant paper blossoms and leaves! Dive into the world of tropical plants as you design a festive masterpiece to proudly display all season long.
Yeti, Set, Stuff: Making a Yeti Friend December 12, 2026 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Age: 5-10 (suggested)
Price: $8 per member child, $10 per nonmember child, $6 per access member child
Craft your very own snuggly yeti pillow to cuddle up with, then unleash your creativity by giving your frosty friend a quirky name and personality! This delightful DIY adventure comes with a whimsical winter tale that’ll tickle your imagination and spark creative magic.
Deck the Palms: Tropical Paper Wreaths December 19, 2026 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Age: 7-12 (suggested)
Price: $8 per member child, $10 per nonmember child, $6 per access member child
Craft a stunning, evergreen tropical holiday wreath with vibrant paper blossoms and leaves! Dive into the world of tropical plants as you design a festive masterpiece to proudly display all season long.
Creating From the Canopy: Nature Ornaments December 20, 2026 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Age: 6-10 (suggested)
Price: $8 per member child, $10 per nonmember child, $6 per access member child
Whip up one-of-a-kind holiday ornaments with a delightful mix of clay, dried botanicals, pinecones, and aromatic spices. Guests will unleash their inner artist, crafting personalized treasures for their holiday decor, all inspired by nature’s finest wonders.
Yeti, Set, Stuff: Making a Yeti Friend December 21, 2026 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Age: 5-10 (suggested)
Price: $8 per member child, $10 per nonmember child, $6 per access member child
Craft your very own snuggly yeti pillow to cuddle up with, then unleash your creativity by giving your frosty friend a quirky name and personality! This delightful DIY adventure comes with a whimsical winter tale that’ll tickle your imagination and spark creative magic.
Cookie Cabana: Holiday Cooking Decorating December 22, 2026 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Age: 5-10 (suggested)
Price: $8 per member child, $10 per nonmember child, $6 per access member child
Jazz up your holiday cookies with a splash of colorful icing and a shower of sprinkles! Guests will master the art of simple cookie decorating while whipping up scrumptious creations to savor or share with loved ones.
Cookie Cabana: Holiday Cookie Decorating December 26, 2026 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Age: 5-10 (suggested)
Price: $8 per member child, $10 per nonmember child, $6 per access member child
Jazz up your holiday cookies with a splash of colorful icing and a shower of sprinkles! Guests will master the art of simple cookie decorating while whipping up scrumptious creations to savor or share with loved ones.
Cookie Cabana: Holiday Cookie Decorating December 27, 2026 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Age: 5-10 (suggested)
Price: $8 per member child, $10 per nonmember child, $6 per access member child
Jazz up your holiday cookies with a splash of colorful icing and a shower of sprinkles! Guests will master the art of simple cookie decorating while whipping up scrumptious creations to savor or share with loved ones.
Yeti, Set, Stuff: Making a Yeti Friend December 29, 2026 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Age: 5-10 (suggested)
Price: $8 per member child, $10 per nonmember child, $6 per access member child
Craft your very own snuggly yeti pillow to cuddle up with, then unleash your creativity by giving your frosty friend a quirky name and personality! This delightful DIY adventure comes with a whimsical winter tale that’ll tickle your imagination and spark creative magic.
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