Paint nights such a popular trend that they have swept the restaurant scene, and now instead of going to painting studios, you do not need to go any further than your favorite bar or restaurant to learn how to paint something beautiful.  Paint nights are about learning to paint in a non-judgmental atmosphere with friends and easygoing teachers who are excited to guide you through a painting and through putting your own unique touches on the image that the group is focusing on.  Best of all, you get to spend time with friends, and take home a finished product that you can hang in your home or give as a gift!  Many of these paint nights are part of Paint Nite Long Island, where you must register online in advance of the event, so be sure to check that there are spots available.  Find a painting that speaks to you, then grab a friend and sign up for a night of creativity and fun!

Painting and Socializing at Manning’s Pub
377 Old Country Road, Carle Place, NY 11514
516-503-9888
Every Tuesday through August 25, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
$35 per person
Enjoy two hours of painting and socializing at Manning’s Pub – no previous painting experience required! Food and drinks will be available for purchase at the pub.  Those age 21 or older can register for these events at Uarthere.com.

Paint Nite at T.G.I. Friday’s
313 Smith Haven Mall, Lake Grove, NY 11755
Register online
Sunday, July 26 12:00 PM
$45 per person
Paint a sea star on the beach with artist Jessica Viscoso.

Paint Nite at Momo's Sports Bar & Grill
350 Union Avenue, Holbrook, NY 11741
Register online
Sunday, July 26 12:00 PM
$45 per person
Sit back and learn how to paint beautiful orchids.  This class is rated as “easy” for beginner painters.

Paint Nite: Footsteps at the Pour House in Port Jefferson
650 Route 112, Port Jefferson, NY 11777
Register online
Sunday, July 26 1:00 PM
$45 per person
Paint some footsteps in the sand, as well as waves and sea creatures while sipping drinks at the Pour House!

Paint Nite: NYC Sunset at Vortex Asian Bistro
1215 Jericho Turnpike, New Hyde Park, NY 11040
Register online
Monday, July 27 7:00 PM
$45 per person
Paint a beautiful sunset over New York City in pinks, purples, reds, and oranges.

Paint Nite: Whispy Wish at Jackson’s in Commack
6005 Jericho Turnpike, Commack, NY 11725
Register online
Monday, July 27 7:00 PM
$45 per person
Join in on Whispy Wish – a painting of a delicate dandelion.

Paint Nite at East Islip Lanes
117 E. Main Street, East Islip, NY 11730
Register online
Monday, July 27 7:00 PM
$45 per person
Paint a bunch or orchids for this paint night at East Islip Lanes!

Paint Nite: Beach Umbrella at Napper Tandy’s in Miller Place
275 Route 25 Unit 33, Miller Place, NY 11764
Register online
Monday, July 27 7:00 PM
$45 per person
Paint a cute beach umbrella with friends at this fun paint night.

Paint Nite: Birds in Bloom at T.G.I. Friday’s in Levittown
3535 Hempstead Turnpike, Levittown, NY 11756
Register online
Tuesday, July 28 7:00 PM
$45 per person
Learn to paint two beautiful birds on a branch at sunset.

Paint Nite: Summer Blossoms at Napper Tandy’s in Smithtown
15 East Main Street, Smithtown, NY 11787
Register online
Tuesday, July 28 7:00 PM
$45 per person
Use earth-toned paints as you make this painting of a bunch of blossoms in a vase.

Paint Nite: Firefly 1 at Ristegio’s Restaurant Lounge in North Patchogue
641 Medford Avenue, North Patchogue, NY 11772
Register online
Tuesday, July 28 7:00 PM
$45 per person
Paint a beautiful blue forest at night, filled with glowing fireflies!

Paint Nite: Colorful Peacock Feather Glasses at Smitty’s in Riverhead
96 Main Road, Riverhead, NY 11901
Register online
Tuesday, July 28 7:00 PM
$45 per person
Head to Smitty’s All-American Grill Restaurant to design beautiful peacock feather wine glasses.

Paint Nite: Beach Sign at Finn MacCools in Port Washington
205 Main Street, Port Washington, NY 11050
Register online
Tuesday, July 28 7:00 PM
$45 per person
Complete your beach-themed rooms with a painting of a sign at the beach, complete with a seagull and rolling waves.

Paint Nite: Cherry Blossom Moonlight at Page One Restaurant in Glen Cove
90 School Street, Glen Cove, NY 11542
Register online
Wednesday, July 29 7:00 PM
$45 per person
Paint a branch of gorgeous pink cherry blossoms in the moonlight at this paint night.

Paint Nite: Starry Nite at the Pour House in Port Jefferson
650 Route 112, Port Jefferson, NY 11777
Register online
Wednesday, July 29 7:00 PM
$45 per person
Create your own simplified “starry nite” based on Van Gogh’s famous “Starry Night”!

Paint Nite: Birds in Bloom at Applebee’s in North Babylon
1251 Deer Park Avenue, North Babylon, NY 11703
Register online
Sunday, August 2 12:00 PM
$45 per person
Learn to paint two beautiful birds on a branch at sunset.

Paint, Sip, Enjoy at Chris and Tony’s Restaurant and Lounge
352 Jericho Turnpike, Syosset, NY 11791
516-496-1011
Wednesday, August 5 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
$35 for IABC members, $45 for non-members
Join IABC-LI and learn how to paint with watercolors by fine artist and graphic designer Jan Guarino.  Sip a glass of wine while Jan leads you stroke by stroke to create your own work of art!