Join artist Brooke Dahmen for a fun night out painting "Grateful Gnome with Sunflowers." This Gurnee paint night is all about having a blast with friends while exploring your creative side, no experience needed. With all supplies included, you can focus on enjoying the experience rather than stressing about the end result. Grab your pals and get ready to laugh, sip, and paint your way to a memorable evening that’s perfect for a Gurnee date night idea. During this 120-minute session, you’ll create a vibrant 16" x 20" canvas featuring cheerful sunflowers and a whimsical gnome, all in shades of yellow, blue, and green. Brooke Dahmen brings her talent and expertise to the table, boasting a 4.57-star rating and over 456 events hosted, with 300 enthusiastic reviews from happy participants. All painting supplies are provided for you, so just bring your sense of fun. This event is open to teens and up, making it a great option for a night out with friends or family. Top Shelf Bar & Grill in Gurnee is the perfect backdrop for this lively gathering. Nestled at 6152 Grand Ave, this venue is easily accessible and close to local attractions, making it a fantastic choice for a night out. Whether you’re looking for things to do in Gurnee or a unique twist on your usual routine, this paint and sip event checks all the boxes. Enjoy the laid-back atmosphere, grab a drink, and let the good times roll as you create your own version of the "Grateful Gnome with Sunflowers." Thinking of hosting a private event? We can accommodate groups of 10 or more, making it a great way to celebrate birthdays or special occasions. Don’t forget: if you bring three or more friends, you’ll get 15% off your booking. Plus, with our cancellation policy offering free cancellations up to 24 hours in advance, you can plan with confidence. So what are you waiting for? Book your tickets now and get ready for an unforgettable night of painting and laughter.
Top Shelf is an Ice Arena with a Bar/Grill inside! It is located at Gurnee Mills Mall, one of the outside facilities! (Bring a sweatshirt...just in case!)
Top Shelf is an Ice Arena with a Bar/Grill inside! It is located at Gurnee Mills Mall, one of the outside facilities! (Bring a sweatshirt...just in case!)
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Brooke Dahmen is a Media Artist and Animator with a love for fine arts and crafts. Her love of photography brings much inspiration for painting both acrylic and watercolor pieces. She started working for PaintNite in 2013 and has found so much fulfillmentr in this opportunity. I love nothing more than being able to be both creative, and silly!
Questions about what to expect, what’s included, and how it all works.
Yes. Grateful Gnome with Sunflowers is designed to be achievable at any experience level. More satisfying than it looks difficult — Brooke 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. Brooke is a real local artist — not a teacher running a curriculum — and this event happens at Top Shelf Bar & Grill, 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 — Grateful Gnome with Sunflowers is a Paint Nite favourite for girls nights in Gurnee. 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.
Brooke is a real local artist based in Gurnee — not a franchise employee or a corporate hire. Paint Nite artists complete our certification program before their first event. Across all Paint Nite events, 93% of guests say their instructor was amazing. Susan A. said: 'Brooke is the best, she makes everyone feel like an artist!'
Top Shelf Bar & Grill is a local venue in Gurnee — 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 5 upcoming events in Gurnee this month. You can view them here.
Grateful Gnome with Sunflowers 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 Gurnee, you're in the right place. Welcome back.
Your ticket to Grateful Gnome with Sunflowers 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 Brooke. Drinks and food are ordered separately from Top Shelf Bar & Grill — 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 Brooke 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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