Join Zen Rankin for a fun-filled evening of creativity as you paint "Christmas in the City." This Lower Sackville paint night is perfect for anyone looking to break away from the usual routine and enjoy a night out with friends. Supplies are included, so you can focus on having fun rather than worrying about bringing anything. Grab your favorite drink, socialize with others, and let the magic of painting take over. No need to fret about your skills; this is all about enjoying the experience and making memories. During this two-hour event, you will create a stunning 16" x 20" canvas featuring a vibrant scene of trees in festive colors like blue, red, green, and hints of pink. Zen Rankin, our local manager with an impressive 4.7-star rating from 178 events, will guide you through the process, ensuring you have a blast while you paint. All supplies are provided, and the event is designed for those of legal drinking age, so come ready to unwind and let loose. Freeman's Little New York in Lower Sackville is the perfect setting for this exciting paint and sip experience. Conveniently located at 552 Sackville Drive, it’s easily accessible and surrounded by other fun spots, making it an ideal place for a night out. Whether you’re looking for things to do in Lower Sackville or planning a memorable date night, this event ticks all the boxes. Enjoy the flexibility of a lively atmosphere where you can connect with others over your shared love for fun and creativity. Want to make it a private affair? We offer private events for groups of 10 or more, making it perfect for birthdays, bachelorette parties, or just a fun night with friends. Plus, bring along three or more friends and save 15% on your tickets. With free cancellation up to 24 hours before, there’s no reason not to say yes to a night of fun. Book your tickets today and prepare for a vibrant evening of laughter, painting, and new connections!
Open Late Night 7 days a week! An original Pizzeria with full dining room & lounge. With 4 Metro Locations, proudly serving Halifax since 1956.
Open Late Night 7 days a week! An original Pizzeria with full dining room & lounge. With 4 Metro Locations, proudly serving Halifax since 1956.
Open Late Night 7 days a week! An original Pizzeria with full dining room & lounge. With 4 Metro Locations, proudly serving Halifax since 1956.
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Zen is an experienced freelance illustrator and he is very excited to bring paint parties back to Nova Scotia! Zen hosts events of all types of Paint Nights including special occasions, private events, corporate team-building, birthday parties, bridal showers, girls nights out.
Questions about what to expect, what’s included, and how it all works.
Yes. Christmas in the City is designed to be achievable at any experience level. More satisfying than it looks difficult — Zen 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. Zen is a real local artist — not a teacher running a curriculum — and this event happens at Freeman's Little New York Sackville, 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.
Zen is a real local artist based in Lower Sackville — not a franchise employee or a corporate hire. 12 out of 14 guests who've painted with Zen say the instruction was amazing. Donalda R. said: 'Our host Zen was the absolute best. 8 adults with varying disabilities celebrating a birthday. Zen encouraged everyone, made all off of them feel welcome and amazingly talented. Giggles and laughter...'
Freeman's Little New York Sackville is a local venue in Lower Sackville — 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 40 upcoming events in Lower Sackville this month. You can view them here.
Christmas in the City is a winter painting — cozy seasonal vibes for a great night out.
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 Lower Sackville, you're in the right place. Welcome back.
Your ticket to Christmas in the City 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 Freeman's Little New York Sackville — 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 Zen 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.
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