Name: Paint Nite: Poppin' Poppy
Start: 2026-11-09T18:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-11-09T20:00:00-04:00
Location: Sou'Wester in the City
Rating: 4.8

Question 1

Is Poppin' Poppy good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Poppin' Poppy is one of our most approachable paintings. Absolute first-timers finish this one looking great. Zen 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. Zen is a real local artist — not a teacher running a curriculum — and this event happens at Sou'Wester in the City, 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 Bedford?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Poppin' Poppy is a Paint Nite favourite for girls nights in Bedford. 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 Zen like as an instructor?

Accepted Answer

Zen is a real local artist based in Bedford — not a franchise employee or a corporate hire.

Question 5

What's Sou'Wester in the City like?

Accepted Answer

Sou'Wester in the City is a local venue in Bedford — 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

Is Poppin' Poppy a seasonal painting?

Accepted Answer

Poppin' Poppy 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 Bedford, you're in the right place. Welcome back.

Question 8

What's included in my ticket for this event?

Accepted Answer

Your ticket to Poppin' Poppy 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 Zen. Drinks and food are ordered separately from Sou'Wester in the City — you pay the venue directly for anything you eat or drink.

Question 9

How long is Poppin' Poppy?

Accepted Answer

Sou'Wester in the City's doors open at 11:00 AM, the 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 Zen 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.