Candle Making Workshop in Bhubaneswar: Wax & Whimsy

A candle making workshop in Bhubaneswar is one of the easiest ways to turn a free weekend afternoon into something you can actually take home. You melt, colour, scent and pour, and two hours later there's a candle on the table that you made yourself.

This guide covers GoWeekends' candle making workshop, Wax & Whimsy: what you'll learn, what's included, where it happens, and how to grab a seat when the next date opens.

Why a candle making workshop in Bhubaneswar?

Candle making suits almost anyone:

• It's beginner-friendly. You don't need any art or craft background.
• It's calming. Measuring, stirring and pouring wax is slow, focused work.
• It's giftable. A handmade candle is a lovely present, especially in festive season.
• It could be a start. The workshop is designed for hobbyists and for anyone curious about starting a small creative business.

Meet Wax & Whimsy

Wax & Whimsy: A Candle Making Workshop is a 2-hour, hands-on session where you learn candle making from scratch. You make two different candles:

1. A scented jar candle
2. A decorative flower mould candle

The quick facts

• Price: ₹599 per person (listed down from ₹1,099)
• Duration: 2 hours
• Group size: up to 20 people
• Venue: Chai Break – Jharpada, 1st Floor, Unique Plaza, Laxmisagar, Jharapada, Bhubaneswar (751006)
• Next date: coming soon. The most recent session ran on Sunday 11 October 2026, 5:00–7:00 PM. Tap Notify me on the listing to hear when the next one opens.

Wax & Whimsy has been scheduled regularly since November 2025, with sessions on the calendar most months in 2026. So if you missed one, there's a good chance another is on the way.

What you'll learn

The instructor starts with the basics and builds up step by step:

• Types of wax, fragrance oils and colour blending
• The right wax melting temperature
• How to mix fragrance properly for a long-lasting scent throw
• How to pour wax smoothly into jars and silicone moulds
• Wick placement and centering
• How to avoid cracks, air bubbles and sinkholes
• Colouring techniques for good-looking candles
• Safe demoulding for detailed flower candles
• Curing, setting time and storage tips

By the end you'll take home two handcrafted candles, and you'll know enough to make them again on your own.

What's included

• A hands-on candle making session
• Premium waxes, fragrances and colours
• Guidance from an experienced instructor
• Cosy café ambience at Chai Break
• Snacks and beverages

What to bring

Nothing. Everything is provided. Just turn up, ideally a few minutes early.

Who is it for?

• Beginners who have never made a candle before
• Friends looking for a creative plan that isn't another café hangout
• Couples wanting a relaxed, hands-on date
• Solo guests who'd like a quiet creative break and some new faces
• Small-business dreamers curious about handmade candles

Planning something for a bigger group, like a birthday, kitty party or team activity? See private events for custom sessions.

More creative workshops you might like

If candle making is your thing, these GoWeekends workshops have the same calm, hands-on feel. New dates are announced on each listing.

Moonlight Magic: Moon Lamp Making

Moonlight Magic is a workshop where you assemble, decorate and finish a moon lamp inspired by the lunar surface, and take it home glowing.

• Price: ₹699
• Venue: Biggies Burger KIIT, KIIT Road, Patia

Soul in Gold: Japanese Kintsugi

Soul in Gold introduces kintsugi, the Japanese art of repairing with gold. It's held at Chai Break – Jharpada, the same venue as Wax & Whimsy.

• Price: ₹699

Tote Tales: Tote Bag Painting

Tote Tales (₹599) lets you paint your own tote bag, also at Chai Break – Jharpada.

For every candle workshop in one place, visit our candle making workshop in Bhubaneswar hub, or browse all workshops in Bhubaneswar.

Tips for your first candle workshop

• Pick your scent mood beforehand. Fresh, floral or warm? It helps you decide faster when blending.
• Go slow when pouring. Smooth pouring is half the secret to a neat finish.
• Be patient with demoulding. Flower moulds have fine details, so follow the instructor's demoulding steps.
• Let it cure. Ask the instructor about curing and setting time before you light your candle at home.
• Take photos. Chai Break's café setting makes for nice pictures of your finished candles.

Booking and cancellation

Book on the Wax & Whimsy listing. When a date is open, you'll see the time, venue and price before paying. When it shows Dates TBA, tap Notify me.

Cancellation rules:

• More than 72 hours before the start: 90% back to your bank in 5–7 working days, or 100% as instant GoCash
• 48–72 hours before: 50% to your bank, or 60% as GoCash
• Under 48 hours: no bank refund, and 10% as instant GoCash
• If GoWeekends cancels, you get a full refund.

Questions? Write to support@goweekends.in. We're available 9 AM – 9 PM, all days.

FAQ

How much does a candle making workshop cost in Bhubaneswar?
Wax & Whimsy is ₹599 per person for a 2-hour session. Materials, snacks and beverages are included.

Where is the candle making workshop held?
At Chai Break – Jharpada, 1st Floor, Unique Plaza, Laxmisagar, Jharapada, Bhubaneswar (751006).

How many candles do I make?
Two: a scented jar candle and a decorative flower mould candle. You take both home.

When is the next session?
The next date hasn't been announced yet. Tap Notify me on the listing and we'll email you as soon as it opens.

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Want to make your own candles? Get notified for the next Wax & Whimsy session and save your seat at Chai Break – Jharpada.