Two-session holiday class with instructor Elise Bernhardt at Brooklyn Botanic Garden. It starts with the basics of floral design and moves into more complex arranging techniques, using fruits, vegetables, cloth and unusual containers, with participants working in small groups to create final projects to take home. Preregistration is required and materials are covered by the materials fee.
Tablescapes is a class open to all levels, held at Brooklyn Botanic Garden in New York City, NY. It costs $180 ($180; $172 for BBG members (includes $100 materials fee)). The class runs as a series of sessions. Schedule: Thursdays, November 12 & 19, 2026, 6:00-7:30pm. Check Brooklyn Botanic Garden's site for the latest availability and booking.
Price$180($180; $172 for BBG members (includes $100 materials fee))
Duration1h 30m
ScheduleThursdays, November 12 & 19, 2026, 6:00-7:30pm
$180 ($180; $172 for BBG members (includes $100 materials fee))
Frequency
Series
Schedule
Thursdays, November 12 & 19, 2026, 6:00-7:30pm
Location
Brooklyn Botanic Garden, New York City NY
Provider
Brooklyn Botanic Garden
Booking
Available — see booking link
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Prices and schedules change. Please confirm current details with Brooklyn Botanic Garden before booking.
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Common Questions About Floral Arranging Classes in New York City
These are the questions people most often ask about floral arranging classes in New York City — answers apply city-wide, not just to this class.
How much do beginner floral arranging classes cost in New York City?
Of the 6 beginner floral arranging classes in New York City with a published price, the typical (median) starting price is $189.69, ranging from $90 to $295. These are the venues' own listed rates, not estimates, and each listing says what the price covers.
Are flowers and materials included in the price?
Many classes include flowers and materials in the price — the venue's page will say exactly what's provided. If you're not sure, ask before booking.
Do I need to bring my own floral shears or tools?
Most studios provide snips and the rest of the tools; bring your own only if you already have a favourite pair. Where something is expected of you, the listing says so.
Are there weekend or evening floral classes in New York City?
Most studios run weekend workshops and weekday-evening series, and each listing shows the day and time. Use the booking link on the class card to see the dates currently open.
Can I get wedding floristry work after taking a class?
A single class is an entry point, not a career. Wedding work usually starts by assisting an established florist and building a portfolio — a multi-week series or a community-college programme is the stronger foundation if that's the goal.