The Original Paint Nite: Toronto North Think you can't paint a masterpiece? Think again! Only minutes away from Eglinton Subway station, come join us at the original paint and sip event in Midtown Toronto as we walk you through a step-by-step canvas painting class of your chosen painting, taking you from blank canvas to finished product! Whether you're celebrating a “Girls' Nite Out”, a Date Nite, or just treating yourself to some well-deserved "Me Time", come join us at Smokeshow BBQ and Brew! No experience necessary, you are provided with a complete painting kit, including paint, palette, canvas, brushes, smocks and all that is necessary to complete your painting over the course of the 2 to 2.5 hour event. All you’ll need to do is bring your creative spirit, add a few drinks, some delicious BBQ and a lot of laughs and we know you'll be coming back for more! *Please arrive 15 min before the event to pick your perfect seats and grab your drinks before the line starts!
If you want a great time in Midtown Toronto, Smokeshow’s BBQ and Brew in the Mt. Pleasant neighbourhood is located in the heart of the city, just minutes away from Eglington station and TTC Subway line. Known for their famous BBQ, it’s the ideal spot to grab a bite and enjoy some drinks with friends! If you’re looking for a fun and creative way to spend your evening, why not try the original paint and sip event? As a local artist walks you through a step-by-step canvas painting class of your choosing, taking you from blank canvas to finished product! Whether you're celebrating a “Girls' Nite Out”, a Date Nite, or just treating yourself to some well-deserved "Me Time", Gatherings Resto Bar is the perfect place, offering a variety of wines, beers, and delicious foods. So, come and join us for a night of fun and creativity!
Live bands play regularly at this laid-back venue with many screens dishing out BBQ fare & burgers.
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Erik Irwin is an Illustrator, freelance artist, and designer based out of Toronto, who found his passion for painting through teaching Paint Nite classes. For over 7 years Erik has taught both public and private events and continues to share his love for painting and all things creative with everyone who attends his Paint Nites!
Questions about what to expect, what’s included, and how it all works.
Yes. There Is Magic is designed to be achievable at any experience level. More satisfying than it looks difficult — Erik 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. Erik is a real local artist — not a teacher running a curriculum — and this event happens at Smokeshow BBQ and Brew, 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.
Erik is a real local artist based in TORONTO — not a franchise employee or a corporate hire. 16 out of 16 guests who've painted with Erik say the instruction was amazing. shane D. said: 'It was amazing with excellent step by step instructions from Erik made the challenge a breeze and gave a peace of mind. Very impressive work'
Smokeshow BBQ and Brew is a local venue in TORONTO — 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 213 upcoming events in TORONTO this month. You can view them here.
There Is Magic is a summer painting — bright, warm tones that match the season perfectly.
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 TORONTO, you're in the right place. Welcome back.
Your ticket to There Is Magic 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 Erik. Drinks and food are ordered separately from Smokeshow BBQ and Brew — you pay the venue directly for anything you eat or drink.
This event runs approximately 2 hours. Doors open at 2:30 PM — we recommend arriving 15 minutes early to get settled and order your first drink before Erik 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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