


Event Host: Grace Ilott Join Paint Nite with Grace for a fun-filled evening creating your own version of "Summer Cacti" in Salt Lake City. With all supplies provided, this beginner-friendly event is the perfect excuse to step away from the couch and enjoy a night out with friends. Get ready to sip on your favorite drink while you explore your artistic side in a relaxed, no-pressure environment where the focus is on fun, laughter, and a splash of creativity. During this two-hour session, you'll bring to life an abstract depiction of colorful cacti in shades of green, blue, pink, and yellow on a 16" x 20" canvas. Grace is a seasoned instructor with a 4.69-star rating and over 1779 events hosted, so you know you're in good hands. You'll receive all the necessary supplies, and there's no need to worry about experience—just bring your enthusiasm and enjoy the company. This event is for those of legal drinking age and promises to be a memorable night out. Big Willies in Salt Lake City is the perfect venue for this paint night. Located at 1717 S Main St, it's easily accessible and surrounded by some of the best things to do in Salt Lake City. Whether you're looking for a fun date night idea or a unique way to celebrate with friends, this paint and sip event is a fantastic choice. The relaxed atmosphere at Big Willies sets the stage for a wonderful night filled with laughter and creativity, making it ideal for a casual get-together or a fun night out with friends. Looking to host a private event? We’ve got you covered with options for groups of 10 or more. Plus, bring three or more friends along to enjoy a 15% discount on your tickets. Don't forget our free cancellation policy, which allows you to cancel up to 24 hours before the event. So gather your friends and get ready for a night of painting, sipping, and making memories—book your spots today and get ready for a blast at Paint Nite with Grace!
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Sporty bar with basic food, shots & beer plus multiple TVs, pool tables, darts & pinball.
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Originally from Connecticut, Grace spent most of her life in New England. Briefly studying interior design at University of New Haven before transferring to Massachusetts College of Art in Boston, where she graduated with a Bachelors of Fine Arts in Painting. After graduation Grace moved across the country with her husband to the beautiful state of Utah. Here she really began her love affair with the Southwest landscapes. Painting from life and her imagination, Grace’s paintings are filled with bright colors and lively organic shapes. In an effort to capture the beauty of her surroundings Grace spends her time outdoors plein air painting, drawing most of her inspiration from the world around her. Her sensitive nature inspires a brush moved by the pure joy of painting, creating uniquely imaginative landscapes. When Grace isn’t snuggling on the couch binge watching shows with her husband and dog, she enjoys hiking, running, reading, gardening, and painting.
Questions about what to expect, what’s included, and how it all works.
Yes. Summer Cacti is designed to be achievable at any experience level. More satisfying than it looks difficult — Grace 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. Grace is a real local artist — not a teacher running a curriculum — and this event happens at Big Willies, 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 — Summer Cacti is a Paint Nite favourite for girls nights in Salt Lake City . 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.
Grace is a real local artist based in Salt Lake City — not a franchise employee or a corporate hire. 24 out of 37 guests who've painted with Grace say the instruction was amazing. Christopher D. said: 'The best Paint Nite ever. Grace, the Master Painter, was fabulous. As talented as she is an artist she is even more talented as a teacher. She brought out the best in people. My highest...'
Big Willies is a local venue in Salt Lake City — 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 9 upcoming events in Salt Lake City this month. You can view them here.
Summer Cacti 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 Salt Lake City , you're in the right place. Welcome back.
Your ticket to Summer Cacti 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 Grace. Drinks and food are ordered separately from Big Willies — 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 Grace 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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