The 7 Best Workshops & Classes in Ireland

1.Forge a Silver Ring Workshop on Drury Street

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,065 reviews · from $98Our pick

Spend two hours at Silver Works shaping a sterling silver ring from raw strip to finished keepsake. You will cut, form, file, texture, and polish your ring with help from English-speaking tutors. Small groups, tea, snacks, and central Drury Street or nearby Georges Street locations make this a thoughtful Dublin activity.

“I loved that it was a small group and there were two instructors. There was water and some treats. Got good hands on experience and instructors were friendly. I enjoyed making my own ring”

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2.Irish Music and Dance Show with Dance Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 567 reviews · from $28Best value

Meet upstairs at The Merchant’s Arch in Temple Bar for a two-hour Irish music and dance session. Local instructors teach simple steps, then performers present Irish dances and songs with live musical accompaniment. You’ll have a reserved table overlooking the River Liffey and Ha’Penny Bridge, with drinks available to buy.

“My friends and I did this class on St Patrick’s Day and had a wonderful time. The instructors were amazing!”

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3.Roe and Co Distillery Cocktail Workshop Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 489 reviews · from $28

Tour the former Guinness Power Station at Roe and Co in Dublin 8, learn how Irish whiskey is made, and choose between a Five Pillars of Flavour cocktail class or a Beyond The Blend whiskey workshop. You’ll make a drink, enjoy a Roe and Co cocktail at the Power House Bar, and leave with a better sense of your own taste.

“Brilliant experience! Short but sweet- you get a wee tour around the distillery, learn the history, and make a delicious cocktail. You also get a second cocktail which is yummy. The whiskey also tastes great!”

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4.Jameson Distillery Whiskey Blending Class

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 113 reviews · from $68

At Jameson Distillery Bow St., a Jameson Craft Ambassador leads you through four cask strength whiskeys, the making of Black Barrel, and the art of blending. You will nose, measure, and mix your own 50ml bottle to take home. Small groups, sensory touches, and guides such as Gavin, Shane, Josh, and Erin make this more hands-on than the standard tour.

“We loved all the information, the small group, and the “classiness” of the tour! Great experience to share with friends!”

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5.Forge a Silver Ring Workshop on George’s Street

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 56 reviews · from $98Top rated

In a small English-language class of up to six, you’ll cut, shape, solder, file, texture, and polish a sterling silver ring at Silver Works. Your tutor guides each step, with Kate among the instructors. Choose your finger, ring curve, texture, and finish, then take home a personal Dublin keepsake.

“Our two instructors were brilliant and we both had a wonderful time. Love our rings! Highlight of our short stay in Dublin!”

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6.Jameson Distillery Whiskey Cocktail-Making Class

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · from $68

At Jameson Distillery on Bow Street, an award-winning Jameson Brand Ambassador guides you through a Whiskey Sour, Old Fashioned, and Jameson Punch. You will shake, stir, and taste each drink, hear short stories about Jameson, and finish at a reserved table in JJ’s bar with a cocktail book to take home.

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7.Jameson Cocktail Making Class at Midleton Distillery

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 18 reviews · from $68

At Midleton Distillery, your English-speaking mixology host guides you through three Jameson cocktails in a dedicated room. You will make and taste each drink, learn from hosts such as Ben and Rory, then relax with one cocktail at the bar. The one-hour class welcomes all skill levels, but only adults 18 and older.

“We had a lot of fun. Ben was an amazing person. He was so patient and welcoming. he taught us to make 2 cocktails 🍸 whiskey sour and old fashioned. he also gave us another drink he made. It was an amazing experience.”

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