6 Best Paint & Wine Spots in Indiana 2024!
If you're looking for a new and creative night out, consider visiting one of Indiana's many paint and wine opportunities. This recent trend brings together instructor-led painting courses with wine and beer. What could be better? Sip on your favorite wine while you and your pals paint a picture. These are Indiana's top 6 locations for wine and paint for 2024!
The Palette Room at Solstice Art Gallery, LLC, Kokomo, IN
The Palette Room at Solstice Art Gallery, LLC is Kokomo’s hidden art gem. Having opened in 2012, owner and founder Marci May wanted to expose the community to the arts and share her passion and love for the arts with others. The Solstice Art Gallery has a fun, relaxing atmosphere where friends and families can come and create together. With different themes to choose from, their adult painting classes are a must. Book a private party, bring your favorite foods and beverages (alcoholic or non-alcoholic), and have fun!
Painting with a Twist, Fort Wayne, IN
Painting with a Twist began after Hurricane Katrina in 2005 in Mandeville, Louisiana. Cathy Deano and Renee Maloney opened Painting with a Twist, giving their neighbors a place to come and learn to paint, relax, drink wine and destress. It provided an outlet for people to come together and recover. Seeing the success in Louisiana, the pair decided to open more locations throughout the United States, including one in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The company has provided jobs to over 2,000 artists and focuses on giving back to their communities with a monthly fundraising event, called Painting with a Purpose. Come book a party today, bring your snacks (alcohol is provided), and enjoy step-by-step instruction to creating your one of a kind masterpiece!
Viva Art, Jeffersonville, IN
Head on down to southern Indiana to Viva Art in Jeffersonville. With classes for all levels, beginner to advanced, Viva Art believes in bringing out the best in their “painters.” As you paint, you will learn the basic techniques, how to use your brush and mix colors. All materials are provided, and you can purchase beer and wine of your choice. Viva Art is the perfect first date experience.
Sozo Art Studio & Gallery, Kendallville, IN
In the small town of Kendallville, Indiana, there is a place to create unique one of a kind masterpieces. From creating decorative, Old World faux finishes to murals, and of course, the sip, paint and create painting parties, there is something for everyone here at Sozo Art Studio and Gallery. The classes are offered publicly and privately depending your choice in the studio’s Gallery space. They also offer pop-up parties as well at your location of choice! Owner Peggy Tassler is an amazing artist and believes in helping you find your inner artist while enjoying a sip of wine and meeting new people.
Wine & Canvas, Indianapolis, IN
Another great place to paint and sip in Indiana is Wine and Canvas in Indianapolis. A fun and creative atmosphere with wine mixed in, what could be better? It’s art at its finest! The artists are local and the customer service is amazing. Wine & Canvas believes in leaving your cares at the door and picking up a brush instead. They encourage everyone to find their signature style when it comes to painting, and they teach you step-by-step on how to create the perfect (or less than perfect) masterpiece. It’s not about perfection here. It’s about creating and having fun, and enjoying a great glass of wine.
Paint the Towne, Richmond, IN
Located in the historic Depot District of Richmond, Indiana, Paint the Towne is a fun way to relax and create with family and friends while creating beautiful keepsakes! By making it a Wine and Canvas party, you’ll get to enjoy a delicious and rich glass of Melton Runzuli. Included in the event is a wine tasting and two glasses of wine per person. Whether it’s painting on a canvas or pottery, Paint the Towne is an experience you won’t forget.
