Join Ron Bean for a lively SONOMA paint night as you create your very own "Butterfly Blue." This event is perfect for anyone looking to enjoy a fun night out with friends, as all supplies are included and no experience is needed. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or just want to break the routine, this paint and sip experience promises laughter, creativity, and maybe a little friendly competition. So grab your friends and get ready for an unforgettable evening of color and connection. During this two-hour event, you'll be painting a stunning impressionist piece featuring beautiful blues, branches, and butterflies set against a vibrant sunset. Ron Bean, a seasoned artist with a stellar rating of 4.71 stars and over 430 events hosted, will guide you through the process, ensuring everyone has a great time. All painting supplies are included, and you'll be working on a 16" x 20" canvas. This event is open to those of legal drinking age, so feel free to enjoy a drink from the pub while you paint—it's all about having fun! Murphy's Irish Pub and Restaurant is the perfect venue for this SONOMA paint and sip event, located conveniently at 464 1st St E in the heart of SONOMA. It's a great spot to unwind, enjoy some good food, and dive into a creative experience. What's more, this is one of the best things to do in SONOMA for a unique date night idea or a fun outing with friends. Plus, with a cozy atmosphere, you can relax and let your imagination run wild while surrounding yourself with fellow painters. So, whether you're a local or just visiting, mark your calendars for an evening you won't want to miss. If you're planning a special celebration, we offer private events for groups of 10 or more, ensuring a memorable experience tailored just for you. Bring along three friends or more and save 15% with our current promotions. Don't worry if your plans change; we offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the event. Ready to make some memories? Book your tickets now, and let’s get painting!
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Classic Irish pub with beers & local wines, plus live music, trivia & other entertainment.
Classic Irish pub with beers & local wines, plus live music, trivia & other entertainment.
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I just got another watercolor painting selected to the International Exhibition of the California Watercolor Association making it in four of the last six years.
Questions about what to expect, what’s included, and how it all works.
Yes. Butterfly Blue is designed to be achievable at any experience level. More satisfying than it looks difficult — Ron 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. Ron is a real local artist — not a teacher running a curriculum — and this event happens at Murphy's Irish Pub and Restaurant, 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.
Yes — Butterfly Blue is a Paint Nite favourite for girls nights in SONOMA. 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.
Ron is a real local artist based in SONOMA — not a franchise employee or a corporate hire. 6 out of 8 guests who've painted with Ron say the instruction was amazing. Becky L. said: 'That you paint a large painting and not only did I learn a lot but I had fun doing it!!'
Murphy's Irish Pub and Restaurant is a local venue in SONOMA — 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 61 upcoming events in SONOMA this month. You can view them here.
Butterfly Blue is a spring painting — a fresh seasonal pick that captures the energy of the season.
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 SONOMA, you're in the right place. Welcome back.
Your ticket to Butterfly Blue 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 Ron. Drinks and food are ordered separately from Murphy's Irish Pub and Restaurant — 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 Ron 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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