Urban Workshop is the 3rd largest DIY workshop and makerspace in North America and we provide the highest caliber of tools and equipment for our members to use along with the instruction needed to use it safely and effectively. Whether you are completing a home project or starting a new high tech business, our friendly staff and our large community of makers is always here to support and help you.
Come by anytime for a free tour of our 18,500 square foot location at 365-A Clinton Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92626.
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Make your project or new business a reality at the best equipped DIY workshop and makerspace in California.
Learn
Our classes are designed to get you up to speed FAST with the knowledge you need. Get hands on immediately with our professional instructors.
Events
Attend a wide range of fun and informative events held regularly at Urban Workshop. Contact us to host your next event at Urban Workshop!
Youth STEM Classes
We are bringing back shop classes for kids. Our 12 week programs and summer camps offer hands on learning experiences for kids 10 years old and up. Contact us today for more information.
Mobile Maker Space
Our mobile maker space can bring the maker experience to your kids! We work with schools, scouting events, YMCA, maker faire’s, etc. Contact us for more info on the Urban Workshop Mobile Makerspace.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Get involved and benefit from the passion of the maker the community. Leverage our focused community and expand your sales to small businesses, makers, and hobbyists. Contact us today to learn how.
What is Urban Workshop?
Urban Workshop is a community centered, membership based DIY workshop and makerspace. It is a creative environment with supportive staff and access to tools, software and work space. You can make nearly anything! What will you make?
How does it work?
It’s simple! For a monthly or annual fee, members can use and reserve Urban Workshop’s tools once they have completed the equipment-specific basic safety classes. Our experienced staff is always available to provide personalized assistance whenever needed. Anyone can attend classes.
So please come by and take a tour of the largest and most technologically advanced makerspace in the Western USA. One of our staff will be happy to show you around. There is something here for everyone, regardless of your skill level.
What do we offer?
The Urban Workshop makerspace includes 3D printers, laser cutters, a welding shop, wood shop, machine shop, CNC mills, textiles area, vinyl cutters, plastics shop, electronics lab, auto shop, co-working space and computer lab. Members have access to advanced software including SolidWorks, Photoshop, Illustrator, and more. A huge work area with large tables, compressed air and electricity are ideal for working on projects and collaborating with others. We offer a lounge area with coffee, microwave oven, refrigerator and vending machines. Businesses, non-profits and private groups are welcome to use our premium 2,000 sqft event venue for corporate events, team building events, charity events, and special events of all types.
Please enjoy this video tour of Urban Workshop taken on July 15, 2017 during our 3 year anniversary open house.
Latest blog posts
May Events At Urban Workshop!
We have some terrific events happening at Urban Workshop this month! Tuesday 5/1/18 9:00 am: Orange County Department of Education Event Wednesday 5/2/18 6:30 pm: Orange County Astronomer’s Club Meetup Wednesday 5/9/18 1:00 pm: Office Hours w/Steve-Member Small...
FEBRUARY EVENTS AT URBAN WORKSHOP
We have some terrific events happening at Urban Workshop this month! We have a 2,000 sq ft event hall with an adjoined 16,000 sq ft workshop and offers the ability to hold corporate and team building events, build competitions, charity events, school and training...
January Events at Urban Workshop!
We have some terrific events happening at Urban Workshop this month! We have a 2,000 sq ft event hall with an adjoined 16,000 sq ft workshop and offers the ability to hold corporate and team building events, build competitions, charity events, school and training...
Free Small Business Workshop January 11, 2018
Join us Thursday, January 11, 2018 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm as we host Dale Carnegie Training's presentation “Developing An Entrepreneur Mindset” When you have a dream to build a business you have to work for it, but stumbling blocks and barriers will certainly appear...
Instructors Wanted!
Do you have a skill that you want to share with our community? Urban Workshop needs YOU! We are looking for Volunteer Instructors to teach advanced classes in TIG Welding, Vacuum Forming Basics, Metal Lathe Basics, Vinyl Cutting Basics, Intro to Adobe Photoshop, Intro...
Holiday Open House!
Let’s get together for some holiday cheer, the holidays will soon be here! Join us to mix and mingle, meet our Staff and Volunteers and make some new friends while you checkout Urban Workshop. Everyone is invited so bring a friend! To continue our commitment to...
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