Name: Paint Nite: Sleepy Koala
Start: 2026-08-12T19:00:00-07:00
End: 2026-08-12T21:00:00-07:00
Location: Smith's Irish Pub
Rating: 4.7

Question 1

Is Sleepy Koala good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Sleepy Koala is designed to be achievable at any experience level. More satisfying than it looks difficult — Marissa 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. Marissa is a real local artist — not a teacher running a curriculum — and this event happens at Smith's Irish Pub, 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 Sleepy Koala family-friendly?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Sleepy Koala is one of our family-friendly paintings. All ages are welcome at this event. We recommend ages 5 and up for independent painting, though younger kids can share a canvas with an adult.

Question 4

What's Marissa like as an instructor?

Accepted Answer

Marissa is a real local artist based in Vancouver — not a franchise employee or a corporate hire. In Vancouver, 15 out of 40 Paint Nite guests rated their instructor as amazing. Kaidy O. said: 'Marissa Ocean was great in guiding us through our paintings. Her knowledge really helped us in the paint mixing process as well. We’ll definitely be coming back for more paint nights!'

Question 5

What's Smith's Irish Pub like?

Accepted Answer

Smith's Irish Pub 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.

Question 6

Are there more Paint Nite events in Vancouver?

Accepted Answer

Yes — we have 56 upcoming events in Vancouver this month.

Question 7

Is Sleepy Koala a seasonal painting?

Accepted Answer

Sleepy Koala 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 Vancouver, you're in the right place. Welcome back.

Question 9

What's included in my ticket for this event?

Accepted Answer

Your ticket to Sleepy Koala 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 Marissa. Drinks and food are ordered separately from Smith's Irish Pub — you pay the venue directly for anything you eat or drink.

Question 10

How long is Sleepy Koala?

Accepted Answer

Smith's Irish Pub's doors open at 12:00 PM, the 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 Marissa 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.