Name: Paint Nite: Enchanted Water Lilies
Start: 2018-10-16T19:00:00-06:00
Location: Jack Astors MacLeod Trail
Rating: 4.1

Question 1

Is Enchanted Water Lilies good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Enchanted Water Lilies is designed to be achievable at any experience level. More satisfying than it looks difficult — Rachelle 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. Rachelle is a real local artist — not a teacher running a curriculum — and this event happens at Jack Astors MacLeod Trail, 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 Calgary?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Enchanted Water Lilies is a Paint Nite favourite for girls nights in Calgary. 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 Rachelle like as an instructor?

Accepted Answer

Rachelle is a real local artist based in Calgary — not a franchise employee or a corporate hire. In Calgary, 35 out of 47 Paint Nite guests rated their instructor as amazing.

Question 5

What's Jack Astors MacLeod Trail like?

Accepted Answer

Jack Astors MacLeod Trail is a local venue in Calgary — 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 Calgary?

Accepted Answer

Yes — we have 113 upcoming events in Calgary this month.

Question 7

Is Enchanted Water Lilies a seasonal painting?

Accepted Answer

Enchanted Water Lilies is a summer painting — bright, warm tones that match the season perfectly.

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

Question 9

What's included in my ticket for this event?

Accepted Answer

Your ticket to Enchanted Water Lilies 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 Rachelle. Drinks and food are ordered separately from Jack Astors MacLeod Trail — you pay the venue directly for anything you eat or drink.

Question 10

How long is Enchanted Water Lilies?

Accepted Answer

Jack Astors MacLeod Trail's event starts at 7:00 PM. We suggest showing up by 6:30 PM to give yourself time to pick your seats, get a drink and maybe a bite before Rachelle 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.