Name: Paint Nite: Madrona Cove
Start: 2026-09-13T13:00:00-07:00
End: 2026-09-13T15:15:00-07:00
Location: Kathrin's Biergarten
Rating: 4.8

Question 1

Is Madrona Cove good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Madrona Cove is designed to be achievable at any experience level. More satisfying than it looks difficult — Darcy 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. Darcy is a real local artist — not a teacher running a curriculum — and this event happens at Kathrin's Biergarten, 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

What's Darcy like as an instructor?

Accepted Answer

Darcy is a real local artist based in Rocklin — not a franchise employee or a corporate hire. In Rocklin, 8 out of 9 Paint Nite guests rated their instructor as amazing. Lynette Y. said: 'Sign up now! You won’t regret it. No skills needed. Great instructor. Lots of fun!'

Question 4

What's Kathrin's Biergarten like?

Accepted Answer

Kathrin's Biergarten is a local venue in Rocklin — 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 5

Are there more Paint Nite events in Rocklin?

Accepted Answer

Yes — we have 17 upcoming events in Rocklin this month.

Question 6

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 Rocklin, you're in the right place. Welcome back.

Question 7

What's included in my ticket for this event?

Accepted Answer

Your ticket to Madrona Cove 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 Darcy. Drinks and food are ordered separately from Kathrin's Biergarten — you pay the venue directly for anything you eat or drink.

Question 8

How long is Madrona Cove?

Accepted Answer

Kathrin's Biergarten's doors open at 11:30 AM, the event starts at 1:00 PM. We suggest showing up by 12:30 PM to give yourself time to pick your seats, get a drink and maybe a bite before Darcy starts the painting.

Question 9

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.