What's really amazing about paint and party is that you can go there was no artistic ability whatsoever and still come away with a great painting. I had never painted before in my life but the instructors walk you through step-by-step so that you really can't make any kind of serious mistake. The end result is that you have a painting that you can actually impress people with.
As far as it being a party, that depends on whether you go as a group or whether it's just you and a friend. If it's just you and a friend it's going to end up being more of a painting class than a party. But it's still an enjoyable time and I highly recommend it.