Painting en plein air is the practice of painting outdoors with your subject right in front of you. Join us for a beginner-friendly watercolour tutorial, then relax in Dalnavert's beautiful garden with a mimosa while you create your plein-air masterpiece! The historic house will also be open to explore all morning; participants are invited to take inspiration from our collection.

Tickets are $37 general and $30 for members, which includes one mimosa (alcoholic or non-alcoholic).

Add a mini brunch plate for $5.

Extra drinks will be available to purchase.

In the event of rain or other inclement weather, painting will move indoors to the Visitors’ Centre.

2026 dates

• May 10

• June 14

• July 12

• August 16

• September 6

Accessibility

This event takes place in the Visitors' Centre and garden/grounds. The Visitors' Centre is wheelchair accessible, but those in wheelchairs may be limited to the garden areas with a path, depending on the terrain and weather conditions. Outdoor seating is provided in the garden.

For more accessibility information, please visit the Accessibility page of our website.