In this story:
- Brush & Bubbles: a funky studio with its own built-in bar in Geelong
- 345 Art Creative: a studio, function venue and art gallery in Mont Albert
- Ladder Art Space: get the art gallery feel in Kew with a paint your pet class
- Paint For Fun Melbourne: interact in the dark with this unique UV paint and sip class in Port Melbourne
- StoryVille: an enchanting, themed bar in Melbourne CBD
Say hello to your local community and embrace your inner creativity at paint and sip classes in Melbourne! Whether they’re held at a paint and sip studio or in bars, pubs or cafes around town, these fun Melbourne activities give you a chance to engage with like-minded people in a stress-free environment. Guided by experienced artists, you’ll learn how to paint a masterpiece, all while sipping your favourite drinks. It’s a win-win!
For many of us, city living is the ultimate paradox – we’re surrounded by people but often we feel disconnected and out of touch with our local community. While spending time in local shops, bars and galleries is a good way to get better acquainted with your neighbourhood, the experience can still feel a little impersonal, especially if you don’t have a lot of friends in the area. That’s why we love the emerging paint and sip trend which is taking off in small local venues across the Melbourne CBD!
Ideal for people who are new to the area and looking to make some like-minded friends or long-time residents who want a deeper sense of connection to their local community, these wine and paint classes are connecting creatives across the city. Gather your pals together for a birthday party celebration or get creative with your colleagues at a brush and sip team building activity.
Now, maybe you're wondering what exactly is a paint and sip? Paint and sip classes are creative events that mix art and alcohol, allowing attendees to connect through creativity while enjoying a drink or two. These Melbourne activities turn learning how to paint into a social event, creating a relaxed atmosphere in which to experiment with new skills and make new friends in the process.
If you’re keen to connect more authentically with your community, do some more socialising in your suburb or feel like an insider at your favourite venue in 2026, look no further than these creative Melbourne sip and paint classes!
Brush & Bubbles: a funky studio with its own built-in bar in Geelong
Just a short, leisurely walk from Eastern Beach in Geelong, you’ll find the bright and bubbly studio run by Brush & Bubbles. As well as their iconic brush and sip classes, this Melbourne art studio also hosts a variety of other arty and crafty workshops, from resin art and alcohol ink workshops to hand building ceramics and even mosaic classes. At this fun venue, you’ll get to sip and snack on offerings from their plentiful built-in bar as you learn how to paint dreamy landscapes, portraits and even watercolour art.
In each session, the teacher will bring a modern masterpiece for students to use as inspiration for their own work. The aim isn’t to reproduce the original, but rather to let your creative juices (and the conversation) flow freely.
345 Art Creative: a studio, function venue and art gallery in Mont Albert
Be surrounded by creative inspiration at a paint and sip class with 345 Art Creative in Mont Albert. Held in a spacious art gallery that doubles as a studio and function venue, this Melbourne workshop is sure to spark your imagination as you sip and paint! This brightly lit, colourful space is the perfect backdrop for unleashing your creativity as you indulge in a glass (or two) of your favourite wine.
Meet up with old friends or new ones at one of 345 Art Creative’s paint nights and learn how to paint everything from Van Gogh’s starry night to a Picasso-inspired portrait of your partner. Bring along your own drinks and nibbles to your paint party and spend two hours relaxing, unwinding and creating your own unique artwork to take home!
Ladder Art Space: get the art gallery feel in Kew with a paint your pet class
What better way to immerse yourself in your local art scene than to take a wine and painting class at an active art gallery and exhibition space. In this paint your pet class you’ll not only meet like-minded art-lovers, but you’re also guaranteed to be rubbing shoulders with fellow animal lovers. Send a picture of your pet beforehand and when you arrive, it will be pre-sketched on a large stretched canvas, so all you have to do is have fun with some paints and get busy immortalising your pet.
Attendees are encouraged to bring their own nibbles and drinks and the venue supplies all painting supplies, glassware and bottle openers. Chances are you could walk away with not only a stunning homage to your furry friend but also a new dog walking companion or cat sitting candidate from your local neighbourhood. This class is also family-friendly and is appropriate for ages eight and over, so why not bring the kids too.
Paint For Fun Melbourne: interact in the dark with this unique UV paint and sip class in Port Melbourne
What better way to feel more comfortable around strangers than with this paint and sip class in the dark! Under the neon lights in this Port Melbourne art studio, you’re going to feel a lot less exposed and can even break the tension by painting your face.
This funky painting class has been designed to provide giggles all around, making it the ideal birthday party idea or hens party idea for you and your besties. Let loose, get creative and glow from the outside in at social painting classes in Melbourne!
StoryVille: an enchanting, themed bar in Melbourne CBD
Reconnect with your inner child and go behind the scenes at a themed cocktail bar and nightclub with this magical sip and paint class in Melbourne’s CBD. If you live or work in the city, it’s easy to see it as a concrete jungle made up of identical office buildings and impersonal skyscrapers. This behind the scenes experience will help you remember why you fell in love with Melbourne’s unique nightlife in the first place.
StoryVille is a fairytale-themed venue, styled around the magical childhood fables that once enraptured us all. The StoryVille team have designed a unique paint and sip experience designed to spark childhood memories and relive the magic of those whimsical years. Kick things off with a mind-blowing cocktail, then allow artist Liam Waldie to take you on a creative journey. Liam’s illustrations and artworks have featured on everything from children’s books to beer bottles and you’ll be amazed how his simple guidance will allow you to create an artwork using the flow of contours and colour.
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9 years in business
Runs regularly
Port Melbourne
1 to 45 guests
$59
100% recommend
