A creative experience, where you choose from a wide range of designs & colours, style it up then leave with a framed piece of art you made.

Be part of Guildford Festival of the Arts 2026

Looking for a fun and creative thing to do in Guildford? Come and discover Paint & Sip with a twist at the wonderful Art & Grind on Guildford High Street.

This isn't your typical paint-along where everyone sits down and paints exactly the same picture.

Here, you get to make it your own.

Choose from a range of designs, then have fun selecting your own colours, experimenting with different styles and adding your personal touch to create a piece of artwork that's completely unique to you.

No drawing skills? No problem.

If you’re someone who thinks “I can’t draw” or “I’m not artistic”, this creative experience is designed with you in mind.

There’s no drawing from scratch and no previous painting experience needed. Your chosen design gives you a starting point, while you have the freedom to customise it and make it your own.

So whether you’re a confident creative or someone who hasn't picked up a paintbrush since school, you can relax, have fun and enjoy the process.

A creative night out in the heart of Guildford

Held at Art & Grind on Guildford High Street, this special Paint & Sip event is part of the Guildford Festival of the Arts, celebrating creativity and the fantastic artistic community across the town.

Come along with friends for a creative catch-up, make it a fun date night, come solo and meet new people, or simply treat yourself to an evening away from the everyday.

It's about more than painting. It's about creating, connecting and enjoying a unique experience together.

And there's a lovely reward at the end...

You'll leave with your own finished piece of framed artwork, ready to take home and hang on your wall.

What to expect

🎨 Choose your own design from a range of options

🖌️ No drawing or previous painting experience required

🌈 Choose your own colours and creative style

✨ Personalise your artwork and make it uniquely yours

☕ Enjoy the creative atmosphere at Art & Grind

🖼️ Take home your finished framed artwork

🥂 Enjoy a relaxed and sociable evening in Guildford

Event details

Date: Thursday 1 October 2026

Time: 6:00pm–8:30pm

Venue: Art & Grind, 165 High Street, Guildford, GU1 3AJ

Festival: Guildford Festival of the Arts 2026

Everything you need for the creative experience is provided.

Food and drinks will be available to purchase.

Simply book your place, choose your design and turn up ready to have some fun.

Come for the Paint & Sip. Stay for the creative experience. Leave with art that's uniquely yours.

Whether you're looking for a Paint & Sip in Guildford, a creative workshop, a fun date night, a girls' night out or something different to do during Guildford Festival of the Arts, this is an evening you won't want to miss.

Choose your design. Choose your colours. Make it yours.

Description supplied by the event organiser.