Classes for Adults, Kids, and Families

Classes at Fairchild

The Garden’s dynamic roster of classes offers something for everyone. Through unique hands-on experiences and demonstrations, students will enjoy learning new skills and techniques, and maybe even discover hidden talents! Browse our extensive schedule and find the class that’s right for you.

OCTOBER

Painting in Soft Pastel with Dan Bondroff

DATE: Tuesdays 10/28 - 11/18/25
TIME: 10:30am - 1:00pm

Sketching the Masters with Dan Bondroff

DATE: Thursdays 10/30 - 11/20/25
TIME: 10:30am - 1:00pm

NOVEMBER

The Wonders of Watercolor with Mary McHenry

DATE: Tuesdays, 11/4 - 12/16/25
TIME: 10:00am - 1:00pm

Nature Narratives: Zine-Making in the Tropics with TJ Marston

DATE: Wednesdays 11/5 - 12/16/25
TIME: 10:30am - 1:30pm

The Art of Macramé for Beginners with Macramé del Rey

DATE: Sunday 11/9/25
TIME: 10:30am - 12:00pm

Studio Watercolor Sessions with Mary McHenry

DATE: Friday 11/14 - 12/19/25
TIME: 11:00am - 2:00pm

Yoga Flow with Crystal Sound Bowls | with Silvia Pina

DATE: Saturday 11/15/25
TIME: 10:30am - 11:45am

Growing Flowering Bulbs in South Florida with Victor Lazzari

DATE: Sunday 11/16/25
TIME: 10:30am - 1:30pm

Alla Prima Series: Painting Autumnal Pumpkins with Carlos Gallostra

DATE: Saturday 11/22/25
TIME: 10:30am - 2:30pm

Tortellini Workshop with Monteleone.Miami

DATE: Saturday 11/22/25
TIME: 11:00am - 2:00pm
Coming soon!

Family Painting Class: Pumpkins! with Art and Juice

DATE: Sunday 11/23/25
TIME: 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Yoga Flow with Crystal Sound Bowls | with Silvia Pina

DATE: Saturday 11/29/25
TIME: 10:30am - 11:45am

The Art of Macramé for Beginners with Macramé del Rey

DATE: Sunday 11/9/25
TIME: 10:30am - 12:00pm

DECEMBER

Painting in Soft Pastel with Dan Bondroff

DATE: Tuesdays 12/2 - 16/25 TIME: 10:30am - 1:00pm

Plein Aire with Carlos Gallostra

DATE: Tuesdays 12/2 - 16/25 TIME: 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Art After Hours: Basics I and II with Carlos Gallostra

DATE: Tuesdays 12/2 - 16/25
TIME: 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Succulent and Air Plant Arrangement Workshop with Alorè Event Firm

DATE: Wednesday 12/3/25
TIME: 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Open Studio with Carlos Gallostra

DATE: Thursdays 12/4 - 18/25 TIME: 10:00am - 1:00pm

Sketchbook Workshop with Dan Bondroff

DATE: Thursdays 10/9 - 10/23/25
TIME: 10:30am - 1:00pm

Painting Portraiture Made Simple with Carlos Gallostra

DATE: Thursdays 10/4 - 18/25
TIME: 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Yoga Flow with Crystal Sound Bowls | with Silvia Pina

DATE: Saturday & Sunday
12/6 & 5/25
TIME: 10:00am - 3:00pm

Growing Roses in South Florida 101 with Victor Lazzari

DATE: Saturday 12/6/25
TIME: 10:30am - 1:30pm

Paint Your Pets with Carlos Gallostra

DATE: Saturdays 12/6 - 20/25
TIME: 10:30am - 2:30pm

Photography Workshop: Intention and Technique | with Ash Lanes

DATE: Sunday 12/7/25
TIME: 11:00am - 1:00pm

Autumn Wreath Workshop with Nova Plantae (Evening Session)

DATE: Monday 12/8/25
TIME: 6:30pm - 8:00pm

The Art of Macramé for Beginners with Macramé del Rey

DATE: Friday 12/12/25
TIME: 10:15am - 12:00pm

Resonance Flow: Yoga and Sound Bath with Diana Botta

DATE: Saturday 12/13/25 
 TIME: 10:30am - 11:30am

Homemade Gelato Workshop with Monteleone.Miami

DATE: Saturday 12/13/25
TIME: 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Composting 101 with Let It Rot

DATE: Sunday 12/14/25
TIME: 11:30am - 1:30pm

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

General Information

Classes at Fairchild offers fun and engaging learning experiences for adults and families in art, wellness, cooking, horticulture, and more. Each class is designed to inspire creativity, connection with nature, and lifelong learning.

Our website is updated regularly with the latest classes, festivals, and special events. The best way to stay informed is by signing up for our email newsletters. You can fill out the subscription form using the link provided in this text.

Classes take place at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden in Coral Gables, Florida. The exact meeting location is listed in your confirmation email. Because class sites may vary depending on Garden activities or weather, we recommend checking in with Garden staff upon arrival to confirm your class location for the day. Signage will also be posted throughout the Garden, and the Garden map can help you find your way to class.

Parking and entrance details vary by class. Specific information is included in your confirmation email. Please check in with Garden staff, and please present them with your class ticket. 

Registration and Payment

All classes can be booked online through our website. Early registration is encouraged, as many classes fill quickly.

Registration is primarily online. However, if you need assistance, our team is happy to help by phone or email during business hours.

While some classes include all supplies, such as parent-and-me painting or culinary workshops, others may require students to bring their own materials. Supply lists, either required or recommended, are provided in the class description. 

We are unable to provide yoga mats. 

You can join the waitlist by emailing education@fairchildgarden.org. Please include your name, phone number, and the class you are interested in attending. If a space opens, we will contact the next person on the list.

Sometimes. We recommend registering in advance. Class sizes are limited to ensure that each participant receives personal attention and that materials are prepared ahead of time. Same-day registration is sometimes possible for lecture-style classes but is often not available for workshops or classes that require a supply list.

Ticket Policies

Tickets are nonrefundable. Each registration directly supports our instructors and programs, and your understanding helps us continue offering diverse classes year-round.

Outside of the summer and winter holiday periods, we do not prorate or credit missed classes.

However, if you experience illness, a family emergency, or another unavoidable conflict, please contact us at education@fairchildgarden.org. We may be able to offer an accommodation or apply your credit toward another session.

Yes. If you cannot attend, you may send someone in your place. Please email us their name and contact information as soon as possible before class so we can update the roster. Your guest may notify the Garden staff of their attendance by using your name. 

If you’ve canceled your registration and the class still has an open seat, we may be able to reinstate your ticket. However, once a registration has been canceled and the seat has been released, we cannot guarantee re-enrollment. All requests are handled on a space-available basis. Please email education@fairchildgarden.org as soon as possible to check availability. 

Credits and ticket rescheduling are permitted only within the Classes at Fairchild program’s offerings. Ticket costs cannot be applied toward membership, merchandise, or other Garden events or programs.

Cancellations and Weather

In the event a class must be canceled or rescheduled by the Garden, you will be notified by email. You will then have the option to receive a full refund or transfer your ticket to a future session.

We’ll email all registered participants as soon as a decision is made. Please make sure your contact information is accurate and up to date.

Most classes are held rain or shine. Outdoor sessions may be postponed in the event of severe weather, but indoor classes are not typically canceled due to weather. 

During Class

Please arrive at least 15 minutes early to allow time for parking and check-in.

Bring a refillable water bottle, sunscreen, and any listed materials. For indoor classes, we recommend bringing a way to take notes. We recommend  bringing insect repellent for all outdoor classes. 

While most of our classes are held indoors in air-conditioned spaces, some take place outdoors in the Garden. Please review the class description for details and dress comfortably for the weather.

Yes. We love hearing from students who want to keep learning. Many of our classes return seasonally, and we often develop new or advanced sessions based on participant interest. If you’d like to request a follow-up class, please let your instructor know or email education@fairchildgarden.org.

Membership and Volunteer Discounts

Yes. Garden members enjoy discounted rates on most classes. You’ll need to log in with your member account when registering online.

Absolutely. Memberships can be purchased online or at the Garden entrance and will apply immediately to your class registration.

Volunteers who have completed 100 hours of service within a one-year period are eligible for a 20% discount on up to three classes per calendar year. Eligibility must be verified through the Volunteer Department prior to registration.

Other Questions

Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden is both a center for plant research, conservation, and science education, as well as a vibrant community space where people come together to enjoy family-friendly events and the beauty of tropical gardening.

All programs go through an internal review to ensure they support our mission to harness the power of plants for humankind and share the beauty of tropical gardening with everyone.

If you would like to propose a class, we welcome you to email your idea to education@fairchildgarden.org. Please include:

  • Your goals for the session

  • A brief outline of what participants will do and learn

  • How your class connects to horticulture, art, culinary, wellness, or lifestyle programming

  • Any sample materials (handouts, slides, activities) if available

  • A short summary of your relevant experience

We welcome instructors with strong subject knowledge, whether they are career educators, business owners, working artists, or community educators. Formal teaching credentials are welcome but not required.

Please note: We do not accept proposals centered on product promotion or topics outside the scope of our educational programs. Culinary and wellness classes should highlight creativity, hands-on learning, and a connection to nature, not medical or therapeutic instruction. Classes on nutrition must be led by a registered dietitian or other credentialed professional.