THE SUMMER CANVAS SOCIETY
A Social Painting Experience by the Harbor
Where Summer Meets the Canvas
The Summer Canvas Society is a curated waterfront social experience hosted at Burnham Harbor in Chicago — designed for those who want their weekends to feel slower, softer, and a little more unforgettable.
Inspired by the Chicago Skyline, each session blends creativity, conversation, cocktails, and the energy of a perfectly planned summer afternoon.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Full paint kit & canvas included
Waterfront lounge-style seating
Cocktail or mocktail drink voucher
IDEAL FOR
Relaxed harbor-side atmosphere
No experience
required
Designed for
memorable gatherings
Summer Session Schedule
Join us weekends from Memorial Day through Labor Day for curated waterfront painting experiences at Burnham Harbor.
Each session is intentionally limited to 6 guests for a relaxed, intimate atmosphere.
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Weekdays · 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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Saturdays · 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
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Sundays · 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
CHOOSE YOUR EXPERIENCE
MOST POPULAR
Standard Experience
$55 per person
Harbor seating
Full paint kit & canvas
One drink voucher
2.5-hour curated social experience
A relaxed 2.5-hour waterfront painting experience designed for conversation, cocktails, and creativity by the harbor. Perfect for dates, girls’ outings, solo self-dates, and anyone looking to experience Chicago summer differently.
Harbor Seat Experience
$75 per person
Premium front-row harbor seating
Full paint kit & canvas
Two drink vouchers
2.5-hour curated social experience
An upgraded 2.5-hour front-row experience with premium seating and elevated details for a more personalized evening by the water. Designed for birthdays, celebrations, couples, and guests wanting the most elevated Summer Canvas Society experience.