A One-Hour Riot of Color: Splatter Painting at Merle Hay Mall

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A One-Hour Riot of Color: Splatter Painting at Merle Hay Mall

A one-hour, hands-on splatter-paint session at Merle Hay Mall where participants (ages 3+) get protective gear, choose between a standard or glow-in-the-dark room, and leave with a finished canvas.

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A One-Hour Riot of Color: Splatter Painting at Merle Hay Mall.

Duration
1 hour
Location
Des Moines
Operator
Splatter Room Iowa
Category
Rage Room
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

Inside a converted studio at Merle Hay Mall, Splatter Room Iowa stages a kinetic, joyful session of splatter painting: an hour of guided, messy creativity where safe materials and protective gear are supplied and every participant leaves with a finished canvas.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE ACTION

High-energy, messy art session

This is a hands-on splatter-paint experience built around exuberant, physical mark-making — paint flies, participants get protective gear, and the session is designed to be an unforgettable, tactile creative burst.

THE LIGHT

Optional glow-in-the-dark room

For added spectacle, guests can choose the glow-in-the-dark splatter room, which layers a luminous effect on top of the same messy, creative format.

THE TAKEAWAY

A finished canvas to take home

Each participant departs with their own completed canvas the same night, turning a short, high-energy session into a permanent, colorful souvenir.

What the day feels like

What the hour feels like

The session moves fast: check-in at the studio, don protective gear supplied by the hosts, pick a standard or glow-in-the-dark room, and spend the hour creating bold splatter layers on a personal canvas — a lively, communal burst of color with safe materials provided throughout.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this session suits best

1
Families with young kidsIdeal for families because participants as young as 3 can join; protective gear and safe materials are provided so children can take part in the messy fun.
2
Small groups & pairsDesigned for groups — a minimum of two people is required — making it a compact option for friends or family groups seeking a short shared creative experience.
3
First-time creativesA good fit for people who want a low-barrier, high-energy art experience: hosts supply materials and gear, so no prior experience is necessary.
4
Party plannersSuitable as a short, memorable group activity — the session’s one-hour format and take-home canvases make it an easy addition to celebrations that include multiple attendees.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Duration

The experience is a one-hour session.

What to Bring

Protective gear is provided by the hosts and safe materials are supplied; participants should come prepared for a messy activity but do not need to bring paints or protective equipment.

Meeting Point

The session takes place at the Splatter Room Iowa studio located inside Merle Hay Mall.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is a session?

Each session lasts one hour.

Is there an age limit?

Participants must be at least 3 years old; the activity is open to ages 3 and up.

Is there a minimum group size?

A minimum of two people is required to book the session.

Do I need to bring protective gear or paint?

No; hosts provide protective gear and safe materials are supplied for the splatter session.

Can I do a glow-in-the-dark version?

Yes; guests can choose the optional glow-in-the-dark splatter room for a different visual effect.

Do participants leave with their artwork?

Yes; each participant receives a finished canvas to take home the same night.