Paint. Sip. Repeat. Discover your inner artist as you craft a stunning masterpiece with guidance from our expert art instructor. Savor delicious food and drinks as you unwind and let your creativity flow! Gather your friends and gear up for an unforgettable evening of fun and artistry. IMPORTANT! The Paint Nite events are held at The Eclipse Lounge in the far west end of the casino in the PNE area. Please bring two pieces of ID or your entrance could be denied by the casino security! It's situated in the Hastings-Sunrise neighborhood, adjacent to the Pacific National Exhibition (PNE) grounds When you're within the PNE grounds, head towards the northeast corner where Hastings Racecourse is located. The Eclipse Lounge is inside the racecourse facility, just steps from the gaming floor. The entrance is from the tarmac where the races are held.
IMPORTANT! The Paint Nite events are held at The Eclipse Lounge in the far west end of the casino. Please bring two pieces of ID or your entrance could be denied by the casino security! Located steps from the gaming floor, the Eclipse is perfect for cocktail receptions or private dining. - Enter the building either from the main lobby or from the tarmac. - Make your way to the casino. - Of course, ask any Hastings representative for assistance!
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I am an artist, teacher, and craft artist who loves sharing art as a fun and welcoming experience. I believe creativity is for everyone, and I enjoy helping people relax, try something new, and feel proud of what they create. For me, art is not just about technique — it is about joy, connection, and self-expression. I love creating encouraging atmosphere where people can unwind, have fun, and discover their creative side.
Questions about what to expect, what’s included, and how it all works.
Yes. Starry Lake is designed to be achievable at any experience level. More satisfying than it looks difficult — Yulia 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.
A painting class teaches you technique. Paint Nite gives you a finished painting and a good night. Yulia is a real local artist — not a teacher running a curriculum — and this event happens at Hastings Racecourse & Casino, 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.
Yulia is a real local artist based in Vancouver — not a franchise employee or a corporate hire. In Vancouver, 12 out of 30 Paint Nite guests rated their instructor as amazing.
Hastings Racecourse & Casino is a local venue in Vancouver — 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.
Yes — we have 42 upcoming events in Vancouver this month. You can view them here.
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 Vancouver, you're in the right place. Welcome back.
Your ticket to Starry Lake 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 Yulia. Drinks and food are ordered separately from Hastings Racecourse & Casino — you pay the venue directly for anything you eat or drink.
This event runs approximately 2 hours. Doors open at 2:00 PM — we recommend arriving 15 minutes early to get settled and order your first drink before Yulia starts the painting.
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.
This event has reached our minimum attendance threshold and is guaranteed to run. If we ever have to cancel a guaranteed event, every ticket holder receives a full automatic refund plus a free ticket to a future Paint Nite — no questions asked. The only exception is weather or force majeure, where full refunds are issued but free tickets are not.
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