Group Activities For Friends And Couples

Group activities for friends and couples offer a memorable way to share time together, spark creativity, and enjoy new experiences. Whether you’re looking to celebrate a special occasion or simply want to break out of your usual routine, these options make it easy to connect and have fun. Discover hands-on experiences designed to inspire conversation, laughter, and lasting memories with the people you care about most.

  • Classic Croissant Workshop
    $89
    (112)

    Chef Julia was great and very knowledgeable....I would love to take another pastry class with her again....I love going to your cooking classes. I have learnt a lot. Thank you.

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  • Artisan Bread
    $89
    (105)

    Great experience! I'll be back!...Elise was a great teacher!...The fresh, homemade butter was the best! So fun!...Great chef, too many cooks...Didn't love being in a group of four working on one meal.

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  • Date Night: New York Steakhouse
    $99
    (79)

    Chef Bre showed us that we can make great food at home with the right ingredients and technique....We always love the date nights. . Loved the company-You get to meet fun people....Chef Bre is the absolute best!

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  • Online Date Night: Cooking with Wine (Eastern Time)
    $39
    (4)

    Cooking Class Description: Cook alongside your date in the comfort of you kitchen as you discover how wine can transform a dish from the inside out. You'll sear scallops and finish them with a delicate Pinot Gris butter sauce, letting the wine's bright...

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  • Private Event
    $2600

    Cooking Class Description: For more information on Private Events, or to schedule your own, please contact your local Sur La Table store, or visit our Private Events page.


    What To Expect: In our classes you'll work together with other students (in groups...


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  • Date Night: Chef Favorites
    $99

    Cooking Class Description: Make your next date night extra special with a menu straight from a chef's personal playbook. The showpiece is a Pork Loin en Croute, tender pork tenderloin wrapped in savory mushroom filling and golden puff pastry, Wellington-style....

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  • Private Event
    $2080

    Cooking Class Description: For more information on Private Events, or to schedule your own, please contact your local Sur La Table store, or visit our Private Events page.


    What To Expect: In our classes you'll work together with other students (in groups...


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  • Date Night: Bavarian Feast
    $109

    Cooking Class Description: Celebrate Oktoberfest with a tasty twist on Bavarian classics. You and your partner will transform pork chops into crisp golden Schnitzel and dress up pillowy homemade Spaetzle with brown butter and fresh herbs. A crisp Bitter...

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  • Breads of the World
    $89

    Cooking Class Description: Great bread tells a story, and in this 3-hour class you'll bake 3 delicious breads from around the world. You'll shape buttery Korean salt bread into its signature rolls, tear warm flatbread alongside a fragrant dukkah spice...

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  • The Art of Pâte À Choux
    $89

    Cooking Class Description: Master one of the most versatile foundations in French pastry in this hands-on class. Your chef instructor will guide you through the technique of making a perfect pâte à choux dough, then put it to work three ways. You'll...

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  • Fresh Pasta Two Ways
    $89

    This class was great and so was the instructor....I'd be great if you could.

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  • Date Night: The Anniversary Dinner + SLT Skillet
    $109

    Cooking Class Description: Come celebrate alongside us with a menu as special as the milestone. You and your partner will cook a truly luxurious dinner from start to finish, guided by your chef instructor. Sear a petite filet and finish it with a bold...

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  • Date Night: Cooking with Wine
    $99

    Cooking Class Description: Wine has always had a place at the dinner table, but in this class it earns a spot at the stove too. Cook alongside your date and other couples as you discover how wine deepens flavor across an entire menu. You'll wrap chicken...

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  • Make & Take: Lemon Meringue Cake with Carla Hall x KitchenAid®
    $99

    Cooking Class Description: Calling all lemon curd nerds: Bake Carla Hall's Lemon Meringue Cake from scratch. As Carla said, "If you love lemon, you will love this cake." You'll use KitchenAid® to create lemon oil-infused cake layers, silky curd, a pillowy...

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  • Private Event
    $1250

    Cooking Class Description: For more information on Private Events, or to schedule your own, please contact your local Sur La Table store, or visit our Private Events page.


    What To Expect: In our classes you'll work together with other students (in groups...


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  • Southern Staples: Fried Chicken, Biscuits and More
    $89
    (3)

    Cooking Class Description: Classic comfort food takes center stage in this Southern-inspired cooking class. You’ll learn how to properly brine, dredge and fry chicken to achieve juicy meat and a crisp, golden crust. Alongside the main event, you’ll practice...

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  • Baking For Beginners
    $99

    Cooking Class Description: Baking can be a delicious way to unleash your creativity, and this class is the perfect place to start. Your chef instructor will walk you through essential skills, from measuring with precision to crafting the perfect batter,...

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  • A French Table
    $89

    Cooking, Laughter, & Great Company...My husband and I had a great time at our cooking class and would definitely do it again.

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  • Family Fun: Bakery Treats
    $69

    Cooking Class Description: Bake up sweet memories with the whole family in this crowd-pleasing class built for kids and adults alike. Your chef instructor guides everyone through three beloved treats: soft, warmly spiced Whoopie Pies, infused with pumpkin...

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  • Family Fun: Tasty Thai
    $69

    Cooking Class Description: Who needs takeout when you can make authentic Thai dishes at home? Bring your young chef and explore vibrant Thai flavors together as you grill tender Chicken Satay and whip up a bold Peanut Sauce for dipping. You'll roll Fresh...

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  • Cut Like a Pro
    $49

    Cooking Class Description: Take your kitchen confidence to the next level with this 1-hour hands-on knife skills workshop. In a small group of just four guests, you’ll get personalized coaching from a Sur La Table chef as you learn to chop, slice, dice,...

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  • Make & Take: Carla Hall's Lemon Meringue Cake x KitchenAid® + Carla Bakes
    $119

    Cooking Class Description: Calling all lemon curd nerds: Bake Carla Hall's Lemon Meringue Cake from scratch. As Carla said, "If you love lemon, you will love this cake." You'll use KitchenAid® to create lemon oil-infused cake layers, silky curd, a pillowy...

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Group Activities for Friends and Couples

Group activities for friends and couples are at their best when everyone has a chance to participate, laugh, and add their own personality to the experience. A well-chosen mix of games, entertaining essentials, and creative supplies can turn an ordinary evening into a friendly tournament, a hands-on workshop, or a relaxed gathering around the table. For an indoor challenge, set up a bracket for ping pong, board games, or cards, then keep the mood light with small prizes and plenty of room for conversation between rounds. A themed trivia night is another easy favorite: build categories around shared memories, travel, favorite foods, movies, or inside jokes, and use a simple score sheet so the focus stays on the fun. Printable escape-room kits and puzzle games can transform a living room into an adventure, while presentation-night supplies make it easy for each guest to prepare a short, funny talk on a completely unexpected subject. During the cooler months, these activities offer a welcome reason to gather close, whether the group is made up of longtime friends, double-date companions, roommates, or couples looking for a lively night at home. When choosing what to bring into the mix, consider the size of the group, the available space, and how much setup feels enjoyable. Fast-moving games work well for larger gatherings, while detailed puzzles and creative projects are often better suited to a smaller circle. Look for sturdy, easy-to-use pieces, clear instructions, and formats that allow new players to join without slowing everyone down.

Food naturally gives a group activity a satisfying beginning, middle, and end. A progressive dinner can move from appetizers to the main course and dessert, whether each stop is hosted by a different friend or the entire meal unfolds around one generously set table. For a blind taste test, ask guests to bring a favorite snack, sauce, beverage, or baked treat, then taste everything without seeing the labels and record the group’s guesses and rankings. Serving bowls, tasting glasses, boards, utensils, and shareable tableware help keep the experience organized while making even simple fare feel special. A cooking-centered gathering can follow the same spirit: divide into pairs, assign each team a recipe or course, and let everyone compare techniques, flavors, and presentation. These supplies also make thoughtful gifts for hosts, newly engaged couples, friends settling into a new home, or anyone who enjoys bringing people together. For birthdays and other milestones, explore Couples Activities For Birthdays for more ways to make a shared celebration feel personal. The most useful choices are often versatile enough for everyday meals as well as special occasions, easy to clean after a crowded dinner, and comfortable to use while several people are moving around the kitchen. A few dependable essentials can support taco nights, dessert competitions, make-your-own pizza evenings, and relaxed brunches long after the original gathering has ended.

Not every group activity needs to happen indoors. As the weather warms, take a field-day spirit to a park, backyard, or open community space with games that are simple to explain and easy to adapt. Kickball, lawn games, relay races, egg tosses, and casual team challenges bring out a playful sense of competition without requiring advanced athletic ability. An outdoor scavenger hunt can add a little exploration to the day; create location-based clues, photo challenges, or a list of interesting details to spot around the neighborhood. Comfortable seating, portable serving pieces, reusable drinkware, storage totes, and weather-friendly game equipment can make the outing feel just as considered as a gathering at home. For friends and couples who prefer a quieter pace, a craft workshop offers another engaging option. Set out supplies for pottery painting, candle making, custom jewelry, or seasonal decorations, then let everyone work at their own speed while music and conversation fill the room. When giving these items as a gift, think about the recipient’s habits and the kind of time they enjoy sharing: a competitive pair may appreciate a game that rewards strategy, while creative friends may prefer a project with room for experimentation. Across early fall and the cooler months that follow, flexible activities can move easily from a patio to a dining room, from an afternoon gathering to an evening celebration. The best choices create a reason to put phones aside, work side by side, and leave with a story everyone helped make.

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