Valentine's Candle-Making Workshop with Wine & Charcuterie at Abma's Farm Market

At Abma's Farm Market on 700 Lawlins Road in Wyckoff, New Jersey, a different kind of Valentine’s evening trades red roses for poured wax and scent. 'We're Making Candles - Valentine's Day' pairs a hands-on candlemaking workshop with a Tomasello wine tasting and a personal charcuterie box in a small-group setting ideal for friends, couples, or anyone looking to slow down for ninety minutes.

Under warm light, worktables are set with jars, wax blends, natural wicks, and jars of botanicals and dyes. An expert candlemaker walks the room, demonstrating pouring technique, scent blending, and safety basics so that even first-timers leave confident. Each participant pours two 8-ounce candles, selecting from curated fragrances and finishing touches that range from pressed flowers to metallic glints. Between pours, the Tomasello tasting offers approachable reds and whites that pair with savory bites on each artisanal charcuterie box, keeping conversation flowing.

The workshop’s small size—maximum 15 people—means personalized instruction and plenty of hands-on time. Events are 21+; check-in is at Abma's Farm Market at 700 Lawlins Road Wyckoff, NJ. The single 90-minute session is set up rain or shine, making it a reliable winter or shoulder-season plan when many outdoor options are limited.

This experience stands out because it links craft, food, and place. The barn-adjacent market provides a farm-to-table backdrop: seasonal produce and market displays frame the worktables, giving the evening a tangible sense of local harvest and small-farm culture. The tactile focus—mixing wax, testing scents, dressing a finished jar—makes the class creative and practical; you walk away with two usable candles rather than a souvenir.

Practical details are straightforward: no prior experience is required, all materials are provided, and the group atmosphere encourages conversation. The workshop also features a 20% discount on wine bottles purchased after the tasting, an easy way to extend the evening or bring a bottle home.

Whether you come for a romantic date or a convivial night out with friends, this candle class offers a deliberate break from screens and schedules. It’s accessible, tactile, and unabashedly cozy—an inventive way to celebrate Valentine’s in suburban Bergen County that still feels like a small local event. Book early; limited spots and the intimate format mean these classes fill fast.

Plan to arrive 10–15 minutes early to check in and choose your scents; parking is available on site. If you have allergies, note them at registration so organizers can accommodate scent choices. The market setting makes this easy to pair with a daytime visit—pick up seasonal produce or baked goods before the class—or stay after to browse local honey and preserves. For groups, reserve in advance; with only fifteen spots, sessions are ideal for small celebrations or a low-key alternative to dinner-and-a-movie.