Name: Paint Nite: Moonlit Bat
Start: 2026-10-12T19:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-10-12T21:00:00-05:00
Location: The Neon Bison
Rating: 4.8

Question 1

Is Moonlit Bat good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Moonlit Bat is designed to be achievable at any experience level. More satisfying than it looks difficult — Erin 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. Erin is a real local artist — not a teacher running a curriculum — and this event happens at The Neon Bison, 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 Erin like as an instructor?

Accepted Answer

Erin is a real local artist based in Peoria — 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. Abigail H. said: 'I loved the girl who hosted the event she is awesome and very helpful! The venue wasn’t great. Very loud and they treated us like we weren’t paying customers. Great experience tho!'

Question 4

What's The Neon Bison like?

Accepted Answer

The Neon Bison is a local venue in Peoria — 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 Peoria?

Accepted Answer

Yes — we have 20 upcoming events in Peoria 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 Peoria, you're in the right place. Welcome back.

Question 7

What's included in my ticket for this event?

Accepted Answer

Your ticket to Moonlit Bat 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 Erin. Drinks and food are ordered separately from The Neon Bison — you pay the venue directly for anything you eat or drink.

Question 8

How long is Moonlit Bat?

Accepted Answer

The Neon Bison's event starts at 7:00 PM. We suggest showing up by 6:30 PM to give yourself time to pick your seats, get a drink and maybe a bite before Erin 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.