Name: Paint Nite: Illuminated Lanterns
Start: 2026-08-06T18:00:00-06:00
End: 2026-08-06T20:00:00-06:00
Location: Rec Room South
Rating: 4.7

Question 1

Is Illuminated Lanterns good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Illuminated Lanterns is designed to be achievable at any experience level. More satisfying than it looks difficult — Joshua  breaks every step down clearly. Most of our guests have never picked up a brush before, and they leave with something they're genuinely proud of. 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. Joshua  is a real local artist — not a teacher running a curriculum — and this event happens at Rec Room South, 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

Is this good for a girls night or bachelorette party in Edmonton?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Illuminated Lanterns is a Paint Nite favourite for girls nights in Edmonton. Everyone paints their own canvas, so there's always something to laugh about at the end. If you're planning a bachelorette party or a larger group, private events of 10+ get reserved seating and a custom experience.

Question 4

What's Joshua  like as an instructor?

Accepted Answer

Joshua  is a real local artist based in Edmonton — not a franchise employee or a corporate hire. 24 out of 25 guests who've painted with Joshua  say the instruction was amazing. mark m. said: 'What a great time, It's intimate and interactive. A fun crowd with lots of laughs. Our painting guru Josh is an excellent painter and teacher, patient with jokes for days. My wife and I will be going...'

Question 5

What's Rec Room South like?

Accepted Answer

Rec Room South is a local venue in Edmonton — 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 6

Are there more Paint Nite events in Edmonton?

Accepted Answer

Yes — we have 126 upcoming events in Edmonton this month.

Question 7

Is Illuminated Lanterns a seasonal painting?

Accepted Answer

Illuminated Lanterns is a spring painting — a fresh seasonal pick that captures the energy of the season.

Question 8

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 Edmonton, you're in the right place. Welcome back.

Question 9

What's included in my ticket for this event?

Accepted Answer

Your ticket to Illuminated Lanterns 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 Joshua . Drinks and food are ordered separately from Rec Room South — you pay the venue directly for anything you eat or drink.

Question 10

How long is Illuminated Lanterns?

Accepted Answer

Rec Room South's event starts at 6:00 PM. We suggest showing up by 5:30 PM to give yourself time to pick your seats, get a drink and maybe a bite before Joshua  starts the painting.

Question 11

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.