Join us for an evening of creativity and fun at our first ever event at Neon Bison! Grab some great food and a drink then get ready to unleash your inner artist as you create your own beautiful painting masterpiece. We'll show you step by step how to create this, so you don't have to be intimidated! Events here are open to younger ages, but difficulty and time frame should be considered! We ask all minors be accompanied by an adult who also has a ticket and is participating. We'll provide all the supplies, guidance, and encouragement you need to make your artwork look amazing. Don't worry if you aren't an experienced painter -- no experience is necessary! Come join us for a night of fun and creativity! If you're coming in a large group- yay! Come early to reserve your seats together! Sign up today, don't forget your coupon code: PAINTNITECENTRALIL-memoriesandmasterpieces Help prevent your artist from becoming a starving one- tips are appreciated!
Coming soon
Hey there! I'm Erin, also known as "MOM!" by my two cuties. I'm a Peoria Heights local! I love a good time, playing music, singing and dancing (not well), so get ready to boogie! I love rogue painters at my events and find it so fascinating to see what your brains come up with! I'm happy to give tips and tricks and help however I can, so cut lose, relax, and let the goof times roll! Find me on Facebook @ErinGrace.Art and be sure to like and follow to see my art, jewelry making, and more!
Questions about what to expect, what’s included, and how it all works.
Yes. Vintage Books in Bloom 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.
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.
Yes — Vintage Books in Bloom is a Paint Nite favourite for girls nights in Peoria. 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.
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. Kelly H. said: 'Erin is so fun and upbeat! I’d book with her as a host specifically again!'
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.
Yes — we have 20 upcoming events in Peoria this month. You can view them here.
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.
Your ticket to Vintage Books in Bloom 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.
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 Erin 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.
Still have questions? We're here to help.
Contact Support
