Parties & Groups

Book a pottery, glass fusing, canvas painting, or acrylic pour party for any special occasion. Gather your family, friends, coworkers, (everybody you know!) to get together to create art and memories. Our friendly and knowledgeable art consultants will help along the way. 

Call to book a party or event: 510-728-1333

All parties include:

  • Supervision from our friendly and knowledgeable art consultants
  • Creative environment
  • Art materials and necessary firings 
  • Variety of pieces/projects to choose from, or have everyone create the same thing*
  • A tour of our studio to learn how we glaze and fire your artwork (by request only)
  • Facilities to serve your own food (and we'll do the clean up)

*Art projects must be determined at least one week prior to the date of your party. No more than 3 items for each person to choose from. You may also choose to set a price limit and allow your guests to pick the piece they like (price limit option recommended for ages 8 & up).

Birthday parties:

  • Includes a customized birthday plate decorated in the celebrant's favorite colors. Guests will sign the back of the plate for a one-of-a-kind keepsake
  • Bring in cake, cupcakes, or any dessert of your choosing for guests to enjoy (Note: we do not supply cutlery, plates, napkins, etc.)
  • Bring in additional food (other than dessert): $45 (this includes an extra 1/2 hour)
  • Additional party celebrant (ex: twins, siblings, friends): $35
  • Want more time? Additional 1/2 hour: $30
Pottery Painting Party

With tons of pottery pieces, and a wide range of paint colors to choose from, we have something for everybody and every age. (We recommend letting the guests choose either a plate, bowl, or mug, since these are functional items and they are always in stock!)

  • All items in parties include section above
  • Art materials and firings
  • Customized birthday plate 
  • Table reservation for 1.5 hours ($30 for each additional 1/2 hour)
  • Bring food for your guests (other than cake) for only $45 (includes additional 1/2 hour & clean up)
  • Suggested age: 5 & up
  • No experience required 

Pricing: $150 (includes party fee + deposit) + price of each pottery item that gets painted

Canvas Painting Party

Canvas Painting Parties are the fun, new way to paint and party at the same time. Choose your design, prior to the party, from a large selection of landscapes, animals, flowers, and much, much more! Ask us about what designs we have available.

  • All items in parties include section above
  • Table reservation for 2.5 hours ($30 for each additional 1/2 hour)
  • Bring food (besides cake) for your guests for only $45 (includes additional 1/2 hour & clean up)
  • Learn to paint a beautiful design onto a canvas that you will take home that night
  • Suggested age: 5 & up
  • No experience required

Pricing: $150 (includes party fee + deposit) plus the price of each canvas.
12" by 12" canvas: $30
16" by 20" canvas: $40

Glass Fusing Party

Glass-fusing is an easy, safe, and fun way to create your own art. Create votives, frames, mirrors, plates, jewelry, you name it!

  • All items in parties include section above
  • Art materials and firings
  • Customized birthday plate 
  • Table reservation for 1.5 hours ($30 for each additional 1/2 hour)
  • Bring food for your guests (other than cake) for only $45 (includes additional 1/2 hour & clean up)
  • Suggested age: 5 & up
  • No experience required 

Pricing: $150 (includes party fee + deposit) + price of each glass fusing item that is created

Acrylic Pour Party

Create your own acrylic pour masterpiece with Aran. She’ll guide you through the easy process, one step at a time. Party guests will take their canvas home the same day, safely in a provided box. Don’t forget to dress for mess - acrylic paint will stain clothing! Aprons are provided as well.

  • All items in parties include section above
  • Table reservation for 3 hours
  • Bring dessert to enjoy (no other food please) 
  • Includes all art materials (Note: canvases to be purchased separately) 
  • Suggested age: 8 & up
  • 12 guest limit 
  • No experience required

Pricing: $150 (includes party fee + deposit) plus the price of each canvas. Each (10 by 10 inch) canvas is $50 per person. Please call us for information on canvas sizes and prices. 510-728-1333

Private Parties (closed to the public)

You can't spell party without 'art'! Host your next at event at Aran's! You can now rent the studio for just you and your loved ones to celebrate any upcoming special occasion.

Private parties can seat up to 40 people maximum.

  • 2 Hour $350 + price of project, whether it being Pottery, Glass, Canvas Painting or Acrylic Pour
  • 3 Hour $450 + price of project, whether it being Pottery, Glass, Canvas Painting or Acrylic Pour
  • Additional ½ hour: $30
  • Food Fee: $45

Please call the studio for more information about booking your next event 510-728-1333

 

Large Groups

Large Groups

Parties of 8 are considered large groups and may need to make reservations with us prior to coming in. However, if the studio is not busy and the space is available, we may be able to accommodate a large group (without the additional large group fee and reservation). On the weekend, it is best for a large group to make a reservation to guarantee the needed tables. Parties of 16 or more must book a private party.

  • 2 hours: $100 fee/deposit, plus the price of each project 
  • Additional ½ hour: $30
  • Food Fee: $45
  • Does not include personalized party plate

Please call to guarantee table space for large groups of 8 or more, especially on weekends! 510-728-3111

Team Building
  • 2 hour: $100 fee, plus the price of each project 
  • Additional 1/2 hour: $30
  • Food Fee: $45

Please call to book your team building event with us 510-728-1333

Off-Site Parties
  • Any off-site party: $250
  • Plus the mileage fee of $45, if outside of Castro Valley
  • Plus the price of each project created

Please call to book an off-site party 510-728-1333

Customized plates included with every birthday party

Guests can write their signatures and special wishes on the back of the dinner plate

Have a Glass Fusing Party! It's simple to do, with always beautiful results

More events we host: 

  • Fundraisers
  • Field trips
  • Scout troops - earn your pottery badge with a fun, hands-on activity 
  • Corporate/teambuilding outings
  • Graduation parties
  • Holiday parties
  • Bridal and baby showers
  • Women's Night Out

 

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