Have you ever been to a paint and sip night? The community-centric events are popping up right and left in the Hudson Valley — and for good reason. After all, where else can you unwind with friends and embrace your inner artist? While the social perks are great — did we mention the wine? — the best part of the artistic evenings comes right when it’s time to depart. That’s when attendees get to take their one-of-a-kind, handcrafted works of art to display at home or gift to friends and family. Even after the night ends, the paintings serve as tangible reminders of good times and the creative potential within all of us.
So round up your friends and grab a glass or two. Be warned, however. Once you paint and sip the first time, you’ll be well on your way to an artistic addiction.
Art Party
Throughout the Hudson Valley
With Art Party, anyone can unleash their inner artist at bars, restaurants, churches, firehouses, and more destinations throughout the region. The brand is a mobile paint and sip service that brings the party to different towns and locales in the area, including some upcoming classes in Pleasant Valley, Hyde Park, Poughkeepsie, and more. A friendly instructor leads guests through every step of the painting process so all they have to do is let the creativity and wine flow.
Black Parakeetz
Nyack
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A paint and sip and karaoke lounge, Black Parakeetz is where cocktails and creativity come to life. The destination features a paint and sip studio as well as a karaoke and swig lounge, as the brand is in the business of entertaining in all of its forms. No experience is necessary to grab a paintbrush and get to designing your own canvas, ornament, fabric, glass, or more as you sip from the Black Parakeetz wine and cocktail selection.
Vincent’s Eat. Paint. Love.
Beacon
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In the heart of Beacon, Eat. Paint. Love. is a mom-and-pop shop that works to make art accessible to the Dutchess County community. The artists who lead the workshop-style sessions are all local moms who have been with the business, which opened in 2013, for years. As for classes, Eat. Paint. Love. offers everything from date night sessions to ones designed with kids in mind. Although the studio is currently closed for renovations, Beacon-based art lovers can expect big things to come this year.
Muse Paintbar
White Plains
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A premier paint and sip experience, Muse is the ultimate creative escape that’s perfect for individuals and small groups to unwind and socialize in the fun atmosphere. The paint bar features a fully stocked bar with drinks, bar bites, and desserts to keep visitors inspired throughout the night. At the White Plains location, many of the upcoming classes focus on landscape painting, with options like Mountainside Meadow, Mystic Sunset, and Lovers’ Path, in addition to couples’ classes just in time for Valentine’s Day.
Painting With a Twist
Latham
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Love to paint in the Albany area? Plan a trip to Painting With a Twist for a fun-filled night that lets you unwind with old friends or connect with new ones. The studio provides all the supplies, which means the only thing you need to worry about is showing up and having a blast. BYOB is the policy here, so pack your own beer or wine ahead of time if you want to sip while you add strokes to your artwork.
Pinot’s Palette
Fishkill
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Located in the Main Street Plaza in Fishkill, Pinot’s Palette is a must for aspiring artists of all ages. The 21-and-up crowd can purchase wine, beer, and non-alcoholic drinks for sipping during the sessions, while all participants can tote along snacks to munch on during class. Courses center around different art styles and topics, so pick the print that calls to you when you register.
Wallkill River Center for the Arts
Montgomery
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While the Wallkill River School of Art isn’t a dedicated paint and sip spot, it does host wine and art parties as part of its classroom sessions. A true introductory art school for adults, children, and teens, the locale makes painting easy for even the newest of participants. Materials and snacks are often provided, but you should check ahead with the class you’d like to attend to confirm.
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