Santa Baby with Rita Menu

Event
Artist

7:00pm Thursday 27 November

Storyteller Eatery & Bar

221 Mahoe Street, Te Awamutu

Rita Menu

Prepare to be wowed by Rita Menu, the Dancing Diva of Kirikiriroa, Aotearoa NZ, from RuPaul’s Drag Race Down Under S3.

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Te Awamutu, get ready - we’re bringing Dragvine to town with the one and only Rita Menu for one night only!

Join us for an unforgettable, hilariously fun night of painting, performances and pure fabulousness. Your ticket includes a free drink on arrival plus delicious nibbles throughout the evening.

Dragvine will have you shocked, shaken and stirred - in true Paintvine style. Whether you’re a die-hard drag fan or brand new to the scene, there’s something for everyone. Get creative, get weird, get wild… and leave with more than just a buzz.

Your fabulous host Rita Menu will guide you step-by-step through the painting while keeping you entertained with laughs, sass and loads of fun. So grab your friends and strut on down to Dragvine Te Awamutu!

Ticket price includes 1 free drink and nibbles.

What’s included

Approx. 2 hour step-by-step painting session led by our experienced artist and assistants.
All materials needed to complete your masterpiece.
Either acrylic paint on high-quality stretched canvas, or watercolour paper and paints for watercolour, and clay for sculpt sessions.
Photos taken throughout the session & posted on our Facebook page.
Heaps of fun exploring your creative side.
A one-of-a-kind masterpiece to take home.
and best of all - we clean up!
Our events are now carbon negative 🌱 so you can enjoy them guilt-free. Learn more.

Can't make it this time? Why not send us your details so that we can notify you when it returns?

Address: 221 Mahoe Street, Te Awamutu
Date: 27/11/2025
Time: Arrive by 6.45pm for to allow yourself time to meet your Queen and settle in. The event will start at 7pm on the dot and finish around 9:00pm
Food: Light nibbles are available for purchase during the night, fish basket anyone?
Phone: (07) 870 2560
More info: There's more about Storyteller Eatery & Bar in our Venues blog.

Frequently-asked questions

What can I expect from a Paintvine event?

Most importantly expect to have a FUN and CREATIVE evening! Your experience will start by arriving at the venue 10-15 minutes beforehand. The artist will check you in and show you to your seat, so you can get comfy before the session starts. We provide you with everything you need to complete your painting and one of our skilled artists will take you step-by-step through the featured painting of the session. Best of all, there is no experience required and all Paintvine events are judgement free zones! After around two hours of painting, drinking and laughing, you will have a completed masterpiece that you get to take home with you! We also take photos throughout the night which we post to our social pages (Facebook, Instagram etc.) and no cleaning at the end of the night - we take care of all that.

Are your events R18?

Yes, unfortunately for all public events (ones we sell on our website) we host at bars or restaurants are all age restricted to R18 and over. For events that we hold in public spaces (such as parks or beaches) there is no age restriction. For Private events, this is a case by case basis fully dependent on our partner venues.

Will I receive a ticket?

No, all our events are all ticketless. Your details are noted at purchase and will be checked at the door/event entry when you arrive. However, to make this process quick please have your event purchase details ready when you check in to your Paintvine event.

How much is it and what's included in my session?

All Paintvine events vary and the current price is on the event itself. We provide all the necessary directions and guidance from one of our skilled artists as well as all painting supplies including canvas or watercolour paper, paint, brushes and aprons. You get to take your painting home at the end of the night (woohoo). No food or drinks are included in the ticket price, unless specifically stated on the event page. You are welcome to purchase delicious food and drinks throughout Paintvine events, with the exclusion of Paintvine in the Park events - where you are welcome to bring a picnic.

Do I have to paint the featured painting?

No way. The great thing about Paintvine is the freedom to create a unique painting of your own. You're welcome to follow along with the artist or go your own way and create a one-of-a-kind. Add your own colours, shape, or textures to your painting to suit your home decor or personal preference, it's totally up to you! You'll be pleasantly surprised at how everyone's paintings come out different at the end.

What should I wear?

We provide aprons that should protect you, but after a few glasses of wine and a whole lot of fun, you might find paint in unexpected places! We recommend wearing clothes you don't mind getting a drop or two of paint on.

Do you hold group or Corporate events?

Yes, absolutely. Simply send us an email to hello@paintvine.co.nz or fill out the form on our 'Private events' page, and one of our team will arrange a suitable time and venue for your needs. A Paintvine event is great for any occasion.

What is your no-show or cancellation policy?

Sorry, but no-shows will not be rescheduled. All tickets sold are done so on a no refund, exchange or cancellation basis. You agree to these conditions when a purchase is made. If you would like to rebook your tickets to another date, you'll be subject to a $25 rebooking fee, this is waived if you buy a 'Paintvine Promise' at ticket purchase. Please ensure all details are correct at the time of purchase so no problems arise.

How do I contact you?

The best way to get in touch with us is through email or social media. We check emails and social media messages as soon as we can during standard working hours - you can email us on hello@paintvine.co.nz. Alternatively, feel free to phone our messaging service, leave a detailed message, and we will call or email you back within 24 hours: (09) 888 9220

Terms and conditions

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General terms

- In purchasing tickets or products from Paintvine, you agree to be bound by these terms and conditions.

- Unless otherwise stated, no BYO (bring your own) is allowed. Our venue partners have low-alcoholic and non-alcoholic options available for purchase and water is always provided for free.

- Be respectful of the experience. You agree to respect other guests, our team, and Paintvine property and to follow guidance of our team, to refrain from speaking over instructions and hindering the experience for other guests.

- If you disrespect the experience you may be refused entry or asked to leave the premises. Under no circumstances will a refund be issued.

- We accept no responsibility for any losses or damage incurred to personal belongings or clothing, and ticket holders should dress appropriately to the activity.

- By attending this event, you acknowledge that photography and filming may occur and that Paintvine may use images or recordings for social-media, marketing, or promotional purposes. If you do not wish to appear in any photos, please inform a member of staff or the photographer on the day.

No-shows and refunds

- All tickets sold are sold on a no refund, exchange or cancellation basis. Please ensure all event and ticketing details are correct at the time of purchase so no problems arise.

- ‘No shows' (where you do not show up for your event) will not be rescheduled or refunded. Under no circumstance will a refund be issued for any event.

Rebooking

- If you are unable to attend your ticketed event for any reason, you are able to rebook your Paintvine event (or get credit) upto 48 hours prior to the start of your event for a flat fee of $25 per ticket.

- Unfortunately, you will not be able to rebook (or get credit) your event within 48 hours of your evening commencing, unless you have purchased a Paintvine Promise.

Paintvine Promise

- Gives the holder the option to reschedule or cancel (for Paintvine credit) their ticket at any time prior to their ticketed event starting.

- Must be held for each ticket purchased. Eg 2 tickets = 2 Paintvine promises purchased.

- Waives any rebooking or refund fees.

- The holder is entitled to only ONE free reschedule or credit issue.

- It must be purchased at time of booking.

- Exclusions, including but not limited:

Does not apply to gift cards or product sales.
Does not apply to private functions.
Does not apply to events cancelled or postponed by Paintvine Limited.
Where credit is issued in lieu of rebooking, the cost of the Paintvine promise will not be refunded.

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