If you teach art, craft, storytelling or drama, the December school holidays are when parents look for something to fill the mornings. Running a camp yourself means finding a venue for a kids’ workshop in Chennai that has space for 15 to 50 children, a restroom close by, somewhere to wash paint off hands and rules that don’t fall apart the moment glitter comes out. Most halls aren’t built for that, and the ones that are rarely show up when you search.
The five spaces below can be booked on Spottle and suit a children’s workshop or a short holiday camp. They’re in Anna Nagar, Panaiyur, Thoraipakkam, Madipakkam and Adyar. For each one we’ve noted the capacity, seating, water and restroom access, and the mess and decor rules that matter when the participants are eight years old.
What to Check Before Booking a Venue for a Kids’ Workshop in Chennai
A space for a holiday camp needs more planning than an adult workshop. Go through these points with the host before you take registrations.
Restrooms and water. Children need a restroom they can reach quickly and drinking water through the session. For painting or clay work, a hand wash area or sink saves a lot of cleanup.
Floor seating and table space. Younger children often work better on the floor, while older kids need tables for detailed craft. Check how many chairs and tables are provided and whether floor mats are available.
Paint and mess rules. Ask whether paint, clay, glue and glitter are allowed, and what condition the room must be left in. Some spaces ban confetti and glitter outright.
Pick-up and drop-off. Parents arriving at the same time can block a lane. Ask where cars and two-wheelers can stop, and plan a staggered drop-off if parking is limited.
Safety and supervision. As the organiser, you’re responsible for the children in your care. Plan your adult-to-child ratio, collect parental consent forms and emergency contacts before day one, and check the room for sharp corners, glass and stairs.
Booking several days. If you’re running a camp over consecutive days, check the host’s availability for each day before you announce dates to parents.
Venues for Kids’ Workshops and Holiday Camps in Chennai
1. Workshop Space for Art and DIY Sessions, Anna Nagar
This 500 sq ft art and workshop space in Anna Nagar is set up for hands-on creative sessions, and kids and adult art classes are among the uses the host lists. It seats up to 20 participants, with two 6 x 4 ft work tables and 12 chairs, so you can run two table groups for painting or craft and rotate them.
The hand wash area is the key detail for a kids’ art class, since it means paint and glue can be cleaned up in the room. There’s restroom access, AC, Wi-Fi, power outlets for a glue gun or speaker, and parking nearby for pick-up and drop-off. An additional hour can be added if a session runs long. The listing doesn’t state rules on paint or mess, so share your materials list with the host in advance.
Works well for:
- Art classes for children in groups of up to 20
- DIY and craft camps with table work
- Organisers serving families in Anna Nagar, Mogappair and Kilpauk
👉 View the Workshop Space for Art and DIY Sessions in Anna Nagar
2. Large Workshop and Event Space with Garden Views, Panaiyur
For a bigger holiday camp, this 1,250 sq ft space in Panaiyur, off ECR, holds up to 50 people. It has polished floors, large windows with garden views and AC, plus restroom access, Wi-Fi, CCTV and street parking. Workshops, art events and creative gatherings are among the uses the host lists. The floor area leaves room for an activity corner, a craft table and a story circle at the same time.
The rules are detailed, which helps you plan. Balloons, easels, standees and portable banners are allowed for decor. Confetti, glitter, tape, nails and open flames aren’t, so plan crafts without loose glitter. Tea, coffee and light refreshments are fine, full catering needs prior approval, and there’s no cooking in the rooms. Music must stay at a moderate volume, furniture shouldn’t be dragged, setup and cleanup must fit inside your booking, and there’s a two-hour minimum. Damage is deducted from the security deposit.
Works well for:
- Holiday camps for up to 50 children
- Multi-activity sessions with separate stations
- Organisers serving families along ECR, Neelankarai and Injambakkam
👉 View the Large Workshop and Event Space in Panaiyur
3. Community Space for Workshops and Events, Thoraipakkam
This community and workshop space is at The Spark on VGP Avenue in Thoraipakkam, just off OMR, and holds up to 40 people. Workshops and training sessions, film screenings and birthday celebrations are among the uses the host lists. It comes with tables and chairs and flexible seating, so you can set up table groups for craft in the morning and rearrange for a group activity later.
The whiteboard and projection screen are the useful details for a camp. You can explain each activity on the board, show a step-by-step demo on screen or close the day with a short film. There’s AC and a pantry, and an additional hour can be added if a session runs long. The listing doesn’t state restroom access, drinking water or any rules on food, paint and mess, so confirm all of these with the host before you take registrations.
Works well for:
- Holiday camps for up to 40 children with table and group activities
- Story, demo and film sessions using the projection screen
- Organisers serving families in Thoraipakkam, Perungudi and Sholinganallur
👉 View the Community Space for Workshops and Events in Thoraipakkam
4. Workshop and Creative Space with Floor Seating, Madipakkam
This Madipakkam space holds up to 20 and has floor seating, and kids and teen creative classes are among the uses the host lists. The layout can be arranged for hands-on art, seated workshops or group sessions, which suits a camp that moves between craft, reading and games through the morning. Writing, storytelling and book clubs are also listed.
The house rules suit children’s sessions. Children must be supervised by the organiser at all times, outside food and catering need prior approval, and loud music or parties aren’t allowed. Tell the host about any special seating or setup needs before the booking, and leave the room clean afterwards. A projector and screen can be added for Rs. 500. The listing doesn’t state AC, restroom access or water, so confirm all three before you book a camp.
Works well for:
- Floor-seated craft and reading camps
- Creative writing and storytelling sessions for teens
- Organisers serving families in Madipakkam, Velachery and Keelkattalai
👉 View the Workshop and Creative Space in Madipakkam
5. Creative Workshop Space at an Art Café, Adyar
This workshop space sits inside an art café in Adyar and is set up for creative sessions, group activities and hands-on workshops. It comes with furniture, AC, drinking water and housekeeping, and participants have access to the café. For a weekend kids’ art class, parents can wait in the café while the session runs.
The listing doesn’t state a capacity, specific uses or house rules, so ask the host how many children the room holds, whether paint and clay are allowed and where the nearest restroom is. An additional hour can be added if your session runs over.
Works well for:
- Weekend art classes for small groups
- Sessions where parents wait on site
- Organisers serving families in Adyar, Besant Nagar and Thiruvanmiyur
👉 View the Creative Workshop Space at an Art Café in Adyar
Which Venue for a Kids’ Workshop Is Right for You
Start with group size and the activity. For a painting or craft camp of up to 20, the Anna Nagar space has work tables and a hand wash area, which makes cleanup quicker. For a holiday camp of up to 50 with several activities running at once, the Panaiyur space has the floor area, but plan crafts without glitter or confetti.
For a camp of up to 40 on the OMR side, the Thoraipakkam space has a whiteboard and projection screen for demos and film sessions, once you’ve confirmed restroom and water access. Madipakkam suits floor-seated reading and craft camps, once you’ve confirmed the facilities. For a weekend class where parents want somewhere to wait, the Adyar art café works well. If you also teach through the year, our guide to classrooms and tuition spaces in Chennai covers rooms for regular weekly classes.
👉 Browse all workshop spaces in Chennai on Spottle
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I rent a space for a holiday camp in Chennai?
On Spottle you can book workshop spaces in Anna Nagar (up to 20), Panaiyur (up to 50), Thoraipakkam (up to 40) and Madipakkam (up to 20), plus a workshop space at an art café in Adyar. Each can be booked for a session or a camp day.
What is a good kids activity space for rent in Chennai?
Look for a restroom, drinking water, floor or table seating that suits the age group, and clear rules on paint and mess. The Anna Nagar space has a hand wash area, and the Madipakkam space has floor seating.
Can I find a Christmas camp venue in Chennai for 50 children?
The Panaiyur workshop and event space holds up to 50 people across 1,250 sq ft. Balloons and banners are allowed for decor, but confetti, glitter and open flames aren’t. For groups of up to 40, the Thoraipakkam community space off OMR is another option.
Which art class space for kids in Chennai has a sink?
The Anna Nagar art and DIY space has a hand wash area, two large work tables and 12 chairs. Kids and adult art classes are among its listed uses.
Who is responsible for children’s safety at a rented workshop space?
The organiser. The Madipakkam listing states that children must be supervised by the organiser at all times. Plan your staff ratio and collect parental consent forms and emergency contacts before the camp starts.
How long can I book a workshop space for a kids’ camp?
Panaiyur has a two-hour minimum, and several spaces offer additional hours as an add-on. Include drop-off and pick-up in your booked time, since extensions are usually charged.