Name: Paint Nite: Campfire Galaxy
Start: 2026-08-13T18:30:00-04:00
End: 2026-08-13T20:00:00-04:00
Location: The Creeks Sports Bar
Rating: 4.8

Question 1

Is Campfire Galaxy good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Campfire Galaxy is designed to be achievable at any experience level. More satisfying than it looks difficult — Donna 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. Donna is a real local artist — not a teacher running a curriculum — and this event happens at The Creeks Sports Bar, 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 Donna like as an instructor?

Accepted Answer

Donna is a real local artist based in Waldorf — 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. Narissa M. said: 'Donna is a great teacher / facilitator - she makes the session fun and exciting.'

Question 4

What's The Creeks Sports Bar like?

Accepted Answer

The Creeks Sports Bar is a local venue in Waldorf — 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 Waldorf?

Accepted Answer

Yes — we have 3 upcoming events in Waldorf this month.

Question 6

Is Campfire Galaxy a seasonal painting?

Accepted Answer

Campfire Galaxy is a summer painting — bright, warm tones that match the season perfectly.

Question 7

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

Question 8

What's included in my ticket for this event?

Accepted Answer

Your ticket to Campfire Galaxy 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 Donna. Drinks and food are ordered separately from The Creeks Sports Bar — you pay the venue directly for anything you eat or drink.

Question 9

How long is Campfire Galaxy?

Accepted Answer

The Creeks Sports Bar's event starts at 6:30 PM. We suggest showing up by 6:00 PM to give yourself time to pick your seats, get a drink and maybe a bite before Donna starts the painting.

Question 10

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.