Name: Paint Nite: Drunken Pumpkin
Start: 2026-09-28T18:30:00-04:00
End: 2026-09-28T20:00:00-04:00
Location: Eavesdrop Brewery
Rating: 4.8

Question 1

Is Drunken Pumpkin good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Drunken Pumpkin 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 Eavesdrop Brewery, 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 a good guys night activity?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Drunken Pumpkin is one of our guys night picks. Don't let the art supplies fool you. Donna keeps the energy up, and you'll walk out with something worth hanging on the wall.

Question 4

What's Donna like as an instructor?

Accepted Answer

Donna is a real local artist based in Manassas — 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 5

What's Eavesdrop Brewery like?

Accepted Answer

Eavesdrop Brewery is a local venue in Manassas — 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 Manassas?

Accepted Answer

Yes — we have 5 upcoming events in Manassas this month.

Question 7

Is Drunken Pumpkin a seasonal painting?

Accepted Answer

Drunken Pumpkin 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 Manassas, you're in the right place. Welcome back.

Question 9

What's included in my ticket for this event?

Accepted Answer

Your ticket to Drunken Pumpkin 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 Eavesdrop Brewery — you pay the venue directly for anything you eat or drink.

Question 10

How long is Drunken Pumpkin?

Accepted Answer

Eavesdrop Brewery'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 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.