Name: Paint Nite: When It Rains
Start: 2026-09-22T19:00:00-06:00
End: 2026-09-22T21:00:00-06:00
Location: Brickwell Taphouse
Rating: 4.6

Question 1

Is When It Rains good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Yes — When It Rains is one of our most approachable paintings. Absolute first-timers finish this one looking great. Mike walks you through every step, and the whole group moves together so nobody falls behind. Worth knowing: Paint Nite events happen at real bars and restaurants, not studios — it's a night out that happens to involve painting.

Question 2

How is Paint Nite different from a painting class?

Accepted Answer

A painting class teaches you technique. Paint Nite gives you a finished painting and a good night. Mike is a real local artist — not a teacher running a curriculum — and this event happens at Brickwell Taphouse, a real local spot, not a studio. Paint Nite invented this format in 2012 and has sold more than 10 million tickets. The trade-off is honest: lighting varies, it can get loud, and the person at the next easel is a stranger. That's the point. It's more of a night out than a class.

Question 3

What's Mike like as an instructor?

Accepted Answer

Mike is a real local artist based in Calgary — not a franchise employee or a corporate hire. 8 out of 12 guests who've painted with Mike say the instruction was amazing. Allison W. said: 'Mike is an awesome teacher and explained each step throughly. It was a really fun event.'

Question 4

What's Brickwell Taphouse like?

Accepted Answer

Brickwell Taphouse is a local venue in Calgary — a real local spot, not a dedicated painting studio. Paint Nite events happen at places like this by design — venues with character, regulars, and a bar. It can get lively. That's what makes it a night out rather than a class.

Question 5

Are there more Paint Nite events in Calgary?

Accepted Answer

Yes — we have 117 upcoming events in Calgary this month.

Question 6

Is When It Rains a seasonal painting?

Accepted Answer

When It Rains is a spring painting — a fresh seasonal pick that captures the energy of the season.

Question 7

Whatever happened to Yaymaker?

Accepted Answer

Yaymaker is Paint Nite. We brought both brands together under the Paint Nite name — same artists, same events, same format we invented in 2012. More than 10 million tickets have been sold across both brands combined. If you used to attend Yaymaker events in Calgary, you're in the right place. Welcome back.

Question 8

What's included in my ticket for this event?

Accepted Answer

Your ticket to When It Rains includes the canvas, all the paint you'll need, the use of brushes and an apron during the event, and step-by-step instruction from Mike. Drinks and food are ordered separately from Brickwell Taphouse — you pay the venue directly for anything you eat or drink.

Question 9

How long is When It Rains?

Accepted Answer

Brickwell Taphouse's event starts at 7:00 PM. We suggest showing up by 6:30 PM to give yourself time to pick your seats, get a drink and maybe a bite before Mike starts the painting.

Question 10

What's the cancellation policy?

Accepted Answer

You can reschedule your ticket to any other Paint Nite event up to 24 hours before this one starts. After that, tickets are locked — no refunds or changes. If Paint Nite cancels this event for any reason, you'll receive a full automatic refund.