Spend an evening at Wicksup Candle Co. in Eastpointe crafting three custom candles—yours, theirs, and one you make together. Perfect for a relaxed date night with wine, music, and step-by-step guidance.
Spend an evening at Wicksup Candle Co. in Eastpointe crafting three custom candles—yours, theirs, and one you make together. Perfect for a relaxed date night with wine, music, and step-by-step guidance.
Book with Wicksup Candle Co
Verified experiences and guided adventures in the surrounding area.
Operated by Wicksup Candle Co · Eastpointe, Michigan
On a quiet Friday evening in Eastpointe, Michigan, Wicksup Candle Co. opens its doors for Date Night @ Wicksup: Yours. Mine. Ours., a hands-on candle‑making workshop designed for two. Located at 18944 East Nine Mile, this bright storefront invites couples to slow down with wine, music, and three custom 8‑ounce candles: one you make, one your partner makes, and one you blend together. No prior experience is required; instructors guide you through fragrance selection, soy wax handling, and careful pouring, so rookies and return visitors alike leave with a polished keepsake. The experience focuses on scent as a way to map memory—top, middle, and base notes layered into a signature that can mark anniversaries, apartments, or new homes. The studio’s tools and work surfaces foreground the process: fragrance strips, warming pots, and clear pouring stations that make each step visible and tactile. Key scene features are the scent bar, communal pouring table, and finished rows of labeled jars that create an impromptu gallery of couples’ stories. The atmosphere is low‑key and social rather than clinical, with complimentary wine for guests 21+ and a curated playlist that keeps conversation flowing. Eastpointe itself sits on the near edge of Metro Detroit, offering easy access for visitors staying in Detroit or nearby suburbs. The area’s modest commercial streets and community parks make Wicksup’s craft experience feel like a locally rooted night out rather than a tourist stop. What makes this workshop unique for the region is the combination of craft instruction with a curated date‑night format: three candles, a guided pairing of individual and shared scents, and time built into the booking for conversation, tasting, and cleanup. Practical details: the session runs roughly 2.5 hours and is intended for adults 21 and over when partaking of wine; reservations are prepaid and spots can fill for Friday evenings. Bring an open mind and wear clothes you don’t mind getting a little wax on. For scent sensitivities, staff can suggest lighter fragrance options or minimize exposure. The business lists phone 248-658-8054 and wicksupcandleco.com for questions or to confirm accessibility needs. Why book it? It’s a compact, creative evening that combines a tactile craft with shared decision‑making—ideal for new couples, long‑time partners looking for a fresh ritual, or friends who want a deliberate, memorable night out. Leave with three scented reminders: a personal object, your partner’s choice, and a blended signature that belongs only to the two of you. Reservations are typically available on weekend evenings; call ahead at 248-658-8054 to secure a slot. Wicksup’s approach emphasizes low-waste packaging and offers refill options for select scents, so your custom candles can become long-term parts of your home ritual. It’s a small, intentional night well spent together.
Yes. The format encourages conversation and collaboration without pressure; it’s a relaxed, guided activity designed for pairs.
No. Instructors walk you through fragrance selection, blending, pouring, and labeling—no experience required.
The workshop is open to adults, but complimentary wine is for guests 21+. Verify age policies when booking.
The session runs about 2.5 hours to allow time for sampling, pouring three candles, and cleanup.
Notify staff in advance; they can recommend low-fragrance blends, omit certain scent families, or provide extra ventilation.
Street and nearby commercial parking are typically available; plan to arrive a few minutes early to find a spot.
Wicksup Candle Co is a candle studio located in Troy, Michigan, that offers hands-on candle-making experiences for individuals and groups. The company hosts a seasonal "Pour It Up for Pops" Father’s Day workshop where participants create two custom 8oz candles with masculine scents such as bourbon wood and sandalwood, and enjoy light refreshments and a styled photo area. Wicksup Candle Co also accommodates private parties with a 2.5-hour candle-making experience for groups of 10 to 30 guests, allowing personalized scents and labels while attendees enjoy light snacks and beverages. For smaller groups and solo visitors, Wicksup Candle Co offers a 45-minute candle-making session for one to twelve guests, with the experience highlighted as suitable for groups of eight or more and conveniently located at Oakland Mall while candles cool. All sessions include selection of scents, vessels, and customizable labels, and are presented as guided, timed experiences. Reservations are required for private parties and group sessions, and the studio provides materials and setup for each booked event. The studio emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and step-by-step instruction, while instructors assist with pouring, labeling, and scent selection so each participant leaves with a finished product, clear care instructions, and confidence to reuse the techniques.
Book with Wicksup Candle Co