Magical Holiday Tree at The Neon Bison — Painting
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Erin McCarty
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Magical Holiday Tree

★★★★★4.84.78(37 reviews)
Date & Time
Monday, December 21 · 7:00 PM CST
Location
617 Main Street, Peoria IL
Duration
~2 hours · English
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About Magical Holiday Tree

Picture a glowing tree against a dark winter sky — but not the predictable kind. This one has a little magic in it: pink tones, starlight, a silhouette that feels more like a folk painting than a greeting card. That's what we're making together Monday night at The Neon Bison, and I cannot wait. I've been painting for a while now, and I still love watching a black canvas turn into something that actually surprises people — including the person who painted it. If you've never picked up a brush before, I've got you. We'll build it up together, and I promise the night is way more fun than stressful. Come ready to laugh, loosen up, and walk out with a tree that actually looks like yours.

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The Neon Bison
617 Main Street · Peoria, IL
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★ 4.8 (37)78 events hosted

Hey there! I'm Erin, also known as "MOM!" by my two cuties. I'm a Peoria Heights local! I love a good time, playing music, singing and dancing (not well), so get ready to boogie! I love rogue painters at my events and find it so fascinating to see what your brains come up with! I'm happy to give tips and tricks and help however I can, so cut lose, relax, and let the goof times roll! Find me on Facebook @ErinGrace.Art and be sure to like and follow to see my art, jewelry making, and more!

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Yes. Magical Holiday Tree is designed to be achievable at any experience level. More satisfying than it looks difficult — Erin 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. Erin is a real local artist — not a teacher running a curriculum — and this event happens at The Neon Bison, 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 — Magical Holiday Tree is a Paint Nite favourite for girls nights in Peoria. 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.

Erin is a real local artist based in Peoria — not a franchise employee or a corporate hire. 7 out of 7 guests who've painted with Erin say the instruction was amazing. . said: 'The teacher, Erin, knows how to teach the art of painting to anyone! She explains everything in such easy to understand and execute. We enjoyed it immensely.'

The Neon Bison is a local venue in Peoria — 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 17 upcoming events in Peoria this month. You can view them here.

Magical Holiday Tree is a winter painting — cozy seasonal vibes for a great night out.

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

Your ticket to Magical Holiday Tree 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 Erin. Drinks and food are ordered separately from The Neon Bison — you pay the venue directly for anything you eat or drink.

The Neon Bison'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 Erin starts the painting.

You can reschedule your ticket to any other Paint Nite event up to 8 hours before this one starts. Rescheduling more than 48 hours in advance is free; within 48 hours of the start time there's a $20 fee per ticket. You can't reschedule within 8 hours of the start time, but if an emergency comes up, reach out to our customer service team and we'll do our best to help. Event tickets are not refundable, but your reschedule codes never expire, so you can redeem them whenever it suits you. If Paint Nite cancels this event, you'll receive a full automatic refund.

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