Name: Paint Nite: Black Cat & Moonlight
Start: 2026-10-18T16:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-10-18T18:00:00-04:00
Location: Hi Wire Brewing Company Durham
Rating: 4.6

Question 1

Is Black Cat & Moonlight good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Black Cat & Moonlight is designed to be achievable at any experience level. More satisfying than it looks difficult — Janice 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. Janice is a real local artist — not a teacher running a curriculum — and this event happens at Hi Wire Brewing Company Durham, 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

Is this good for a girls night or bachelorette party in Durham?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Black Cat & Moonlight is a Paint Nite favourite for girls nights in Durham. 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.

Question 4

What's Janice like as an instructor?

Accepted Answer

Janice is a real local artist based in Durham — 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. Lisa R. said: 'Good time with friends or even meet new people.'

Question 5

What's Hi Wire Brewing Company Durham like?

Accepted Answer

Hi Wire Brewing Company Durham is a local venue in Durham — 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 6

Are there more Paint Nite events in Durham?

Accepted Answer

Yes — we have 4 upcoming events in Durham this month.

Question 7

Is Black Cat & Moonlight a seasonal painting?

Accepted Answer

Black Cat & Moonlight is a fall painting — rich autumn colors that capture the season beautifully.

Question 8

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

Question 9

What's included in my ticket for this event?

Accepted Answer

Your ticket to Black Cat & Moonlight 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 Janice. Drinks and food are ordered separately from Hi Wire Brewing Company Durham — you pay the venue directly for anything you eat or drink.

Question 10

How long is Black Cat & Moonlight?

Accepted Answer

Hi Wire Brewing Company Durham's event starts at 4:00 PM. We suggest showing up by 3:30 PM to give yourself time to pick your seats, get a drink and maybe a bite before Janice starts the painting.

Question 11

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.