Private groups · Corporate teams · Celebrations
Private Paint and Sip in Washington, DC
A local artist guides your group step by step while the drinks flow — at your office, your hotel or one of our partner venues. We bring everything.
Serving Washington, DC and the DC metro area
Trusted by teams at
Plus Accenture, Deloitte, EY, PwC, Goldman Sachs, IBM, Marriott, Hilton, Nestlé, BCG, World Bank Group and Freddie Mac.
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Tell us the date, headcount and location
- 1Tell us your date & group size
- 2We tailor the experience & venue
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Private groups from 8 guests
Your office or a partner venue
Everything provided and set up
7 days a week, any time of day
A private event, not a public class
A paint and sip party built around your group
This isn't a seat at a studio's public class. Mangia DC runs your paint and sip as a private event for your team, clients or guests only — with an instructor, art supplies and step-by-step guidance, so first-timers and seasoned creatives both leave with a canvas they're proud of.
You choose the painting, the time and the place. We handle the planning, setup, instruction and cleanup, so whoever organizes the event gets to pick up a brush too.
- Led by a local artist
- All equipment and supplies provided
- Beginner-friendly, step by step
- Optional drink package
- Available 7 days a week, any time of day
- Private groups from 8 guests
What's included
Everything for the event, handled
One team plans it, sets it up and runs it.
Local artist instructor
An experienced instructor walks the whole group through the painting, one step at a time.
All supplies provided
We bring the art supplies and equipment, so there's nothing for you to source.
Optional drink package
Wine, beer and non-alcoholic options. Snacks or catering can be added, with vegan, vegetarian and allergy-conscious choices.
A painting you choose
Skyline scenes, seasonal designs, abstract art or nature-inspired pieces — or a design matched to your brand or event theme.
Custom options
Tailor the format to your group. Live music can be woven into the experience.
Planning and logistics
From the first call to cleanup, we coordinate the venue, timing and details.
See it in action
See what a Mangia DC paint and sip looks like
A quick look at what to expect on the day.
Real groups, real canvases
Your place or ours
We come to you, or host you
Mangia DC doesn't tie you to one studio. Pick the setting that works for your group.
At your office
Your space needs tables, chairs, access to water and a little time for cleanup.
At your hotel or event venue
Conference spaces, hotels and private event venues — we coordinate with the venue for you.
At one of our partner venues
Prefer to get out of the office? We'll host your group at a partner venue around Washington, DC.
Find your reason
A private paint party for any occasion
From a 10-person team to a full department.
- Team building
- Client appreciation
- Holiday parties
- End-of-day team events
- Office celebrations
- Conferences & retreats
- Birthday parties
- Bachelorette parties
- Bridal showers
- Family & friends gatherings
- Nonprofit & association events
Why Mangia DC
An event partner, not just an instructor
Locally owned and running group experiences in Washington since 2013. We handle the program design, staffing, supplies, dietary needs, venue coordination, setup and timing, so the person who booked it gets to join in.
- 100,000+
- guests hosted
- 2,000+
- corporate functions
- 2013
- founded in Washington, DC
- 80+
- local partners
Recognized by
“We arranged a virtual paint event for our department and couldn't have had a better experience. The Mangia event organizer, Dave, was incredibly easy to work with, and during the event we were all very impressed with our painting instructor, Jude. Overall a wonderful experience, and would highly recommend if you're looking for a fun and different virtual event to host for your office.”
Margaret Hanson · Google review
“We worked with Mangia DC Food Tours to host a series of virtual client appreciation events for our partners. They have a been delight to work with and very accommodating to our needs. Our clients have been very impressed with the events and have thoroughly enjoyed them! The virtual paint class was a huge success with attendees noting how much fun they had and that it was very therapeutic for them!”
Ashley Sullivan · Google review
“A group of colleagues and I did a cooking class through Mangia and had a great time. Chef Julian taught us how to make gnocchi in a brown butter sauce, and it was delicious!”
Elizabeth Witmer · Google review
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Questions about a private paint and sip
Does Mangia DC offer private paint and sip parties in Washington, DC?
Yes. We run private paint and sip events for corporate groups, teams and social celebrations across the DC metro area. We provide the instructor, location, art supplies and step-by-step guidance, and can host at a partner venue or bring the event to your office or preferred location.
How much does a private paint and sip cost?
It depends on your group size, the location and what's included, such as drinks, food or add-ons. Send your details through the short form and we'll reply with a clear proposal covering the cost, what's included and any optional upgrades.
Can you host a paint and sip at our office?
Yes. We can bring the experience to your office, conference space or chosen venue, as long as the space has tables, chairs, access to water and time for cleanup. If you'd rather go off-site, we have partner venues around Washington, DC.
Is it beginner-friendly?
Absolutely. No art experience is needed. The instructor guides your group through the painting step by step, with plenty of time for conversation and photos. Experienced painters are welcome to add their own flair.
What drinks are served? Can we bring our own wine?
Most events feature wine and beer along with non-alcoholic options. Depending on the venue and your company's policies, groups may be able to bring their own wine or beverages, subject to venue rules and licensing. We'll confirm what's possible for your event.
What painting themes can we choose from?
We offer a range of themes, from skyline scenes and seasonal designs to abstract art and nature-inspired pieces. For corporate groups we can help select a design that matches your brand or event theme, and we share options in advance.
How many people can take part?
Private groups start at 8 guests, and we adjust the format, staffing and space as the group grows. Tell us your headcount and we'll recommend the right setup.
What days and times are available?
We run private experiences seven days a week, at any time of day — a lunch break, an end-of-day team event or an evening celebration.
How do we book?
Fill out the short form with your date, group size and location. We'll go over options with you, send a custom quote and, once you confirm, handle the planning and logistics through to the event.
Ready to plan your private paint and sip?
Send the date, group size and location and we'll come back with options and a custom quote.
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