Spring is here, and it’s time to pour up, paint up, and link up!
Join Lesbifriends Travel and DC Black Queer Women for a joyful, creative, and community-centered Paint & Sip at Solaire Social in Silver Spring! This is your space to connect, unwind, and celebrate our beautiful Black & Brown queer community.
Expect good vibes, great drinks, and even better company as we paint a custom piece that reflects our shared experiences. With Happy Trees Entertainment leading the session, there’s no pressure to be Picasso—just show up, sip up, and let the creativity flow!
About Our Co-Host
DC Black Queer Women is an active Meetup and online community dedicated to creating safe, affirming, and fun spaces for Black queer women in the Washington, DC area. From brunches to game nights to big community events, they’re all about building connections in a space where we truly belong.
Follow them on Instagram @dcblackqueerwomen for future events!
What Awaits You
🎨 Create & Celebrate – Paint a custom piece that reflects our community, led by Happy Trees Entertainment with step-by-step guidance—no experience needed!
🥂 Sip & Socialize – Enjoy your favorite drinks, Happy Hour specials, and plenty of laughs while making new connections.
🌈 A Space Just for Us – This event is exclusively for Black & Brown queer folks, ensuring a welcoming and affirming vibe from start to finish.
The Venue
Nestled in the heart of downtown Silver Spring, Solaire Social is a vibrant food hall ten diverse eateries under one roof. Bringing together a curated selection of the area's finest culinary delights.
While you’re immersing yourself in creativity at our Paint & Sip event, unwind with enticing Happy Hour offerings available all day on Saturdays!
Specials include $5 select beers, $7 house wines, and $9 classic cocktails.
NOTE: Food & drinks are not included in ticket price but are available for purchase on-site.
Also, no rush after the event—Solaire Social is open until 10 PM, with a possible DJ starting at 8 PM (to be confirmed)!
Why You Should Join Us
We deserve spaces where we can just be—where we can laugh, create, and connect without second-guessing if we belong. This isn’t just about painting; it’s about celebrating us in a space that feels joyful, affirming, and completely our own.
We’re expecting 30-60 people but have room for up to 100, so why not bring a friend (or three)? Let’s pack the place with good vibes, great people, and a whole lot of color.
A drink in one hand, a paintbrush in the other—sounds like the perfect Saturday, right? Whether you’re rolling in solo or with your crew, you’re going to leave with new friends and even better memories.
Tickets are $37 and includes smocks plus all painting materials.*
*Food & drinks are not included but are available for purchase on-site.
Click below to grab your spot!