The Best Things To Do in Philly with Kids

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  • Design Gym SUMMER HOURS

    Design Gym: Summer Hours

    Design Gym 1714 North Mascher Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    At design Gym, "Open Gym" will be open Tuesdays through Thursdays, 10:00AM-6:00PM at the design studio and third space in Norris Square/Olde Kensington @silkscreenstudios. OPEN GYM is free, drop-in hours to explore design and exercise your creativity. Some ways to enjoy "Open Gym": - Bring […]

    Free
  • Design Gym SUMMER HOURS

    Design Gym: Summer Hours

    Design Gym 1714 North Mascher Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    At design Gym, "Open Gym" will be open Tuesdays through Thursdays, 10:00AM-6:00PM at the design studio and third space in Norris Square/Olde Kensington @silkscreenstudios. OPEN GYM is free, drop-in hours to explore design and exercise your creativity. Some ways to enjoy "Open Gym": - Bring […]

    Free
  • Design Gym SUMMER HOURS

    Design Gym: Summer Hours

    Design Gym 1714 North Mascher Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    At design Gym, "Open Gym" will be open Tuesdays through Thursdays, 10:00AM-6:00PM at the design studio and third space in Norris Square/Olde Kensington @silkscreenstudios. OPEN GYM is free, drop-in hours to explore design and exercise your creativity. Some ways to enjoy "Open Gym": - Bring […]

    Free
  • STORYTIME + DESIGN

    Storytime & Design at Design Gym

    Design Gym 1714 North Mascher Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Storytime + Design is a weekly creative experience diving into a book and fun design exercises to grow your creativity and design process.  All ages and identities are welcome on the designer journey. Age range of books will vary, design exercises adaptable for all.

    Free
  • Design Gym SUMMER HOURS

    Design Gym: Summer Hours

    Design Gym 1714 North Mascher Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    At design Gym, "Open Gym" will be open Tuesdays through Thursdays, 10:00AM-6:00PM at the design studio and third space in Norris Square/Olde Kensington @silkscreenstudios. OPEN GYM is free, drop-in hours to explore design and exercise your creativity. Some ways to enjoy "Open Gym": - Bring […]

    Free
  • Design Gym SUMMER HOURS

    Design Gym: Summer Hours

    Design Gym 1714 North Mascher Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    At design Gym, "Open Gym" will be open Tuesdays through Thursdays, 10:00AM-6:00PM at the design studio and third space in Norris Square/Olde Kensington @silkscreenstudios. OPEN GYM is free, drop-in hours to explore design and exercise your creativity. Some ways to enjoy "Open Gym": - Bring […]

    Free
  • Tuft Stuff

    Design Gym 1714 North Mascher Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    That beverage of yours needs a buddy--a coaster! Make that two! Explore the design process from concept to production and go home with your very own pair of coasters. If you haven't tried tufting before, now's your chance in this design experience of discovery and […]

    $35 – $45
  • Design Gym SUMMER HOURS

    Design Gym: Summer Hours

    Design Gym 1714 North Mascher Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    At design Gym, "Open Gym" will be open Tuesdays through Thursdays, 10:00AM-6:00PM at the design studio and third space in Norris Square/Olde Kensington @silkscreenstudios. OPEN GYM is free, drop-in hours to explore design and exercise your creativity. Some ways to enjoy "Open Gym": - Bring […]

    Free
  • STORYTIME + DESIGN

    Storytime & Design at Design Gym

    Design Gym 1714 North Mascher Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Storytime + Design is a weekly creative experience diving into a book and fun design exercises to grow your creativity and design process.  All ages and identities are welcome on the designer journey. Age range of books will vary, design exercises adaptable for all.

    Free
  • Community Music Scholars Program Virtual Auditions

    The CMSP Upper Division will be accepting virtual auditions up to September 1, 2025. There is no fee to audition; registration is required. The CMSP Upper Division seeks to support school music programs by providing individual instrumental instruction and other activities for students and families […]

    Free
  • Storytime + Design

    Storytime + Design

    Design Gym @ PARK(ing) Day 1218 Arch St., Philadelphia, PA

    Storytime + Design is a weekly creative experience diving into a book and fun design. Exercises to grow your creativity and design process are provided and all ages and identities on the designer journey are welcome. The age range of books will vary, design exercises […]

  • Open Gym

    Open Gym at Design Gym

    Design Gym 1714 North Mascher Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Come to Open Gym at Design Gym: Where everyone is a designer. If you’ve been curious about OPEN GYM, Design Gym will be open Wednesdays through Fridays, from 2:00 - 6:00 pm at their community design studio and third space in Norris Square/Olde Kensington. OPEN […]

  • Open Gym

    Open Gym at Design Gym

    Design Gym 1714 North Mascher Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Come to Open Gym at Design Gym: Where everyone is a designer. If you’ve been curious about OPEN GYM, Design Gym will be open Wednesdays through Fridays, from 2:00 - 6:00 pm at their community design studio and third space in Norris Square/Olde Kensington. OPEN […]

  • STORYTIME + DESIGN

    Storytime and Design at Design Gym

    Design Gym 1714 North Mascher Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Storytime + Design is a weekly creative experience diving into a book and fun design exercises to grow your creativity and design process. All ages and identities on the designer journey are welcome. Age range of books will vary, design exercises adaptable for all.

  • Open Gym

    Open Gym at Design Gym

    Design Gym 1714 North Mascher Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Come to Open Gym at Design Gym: Where everyone is a designer. If you’ve been curious about OPEN GYM, Design Gym will be open Wednesdays through Fridays, from 2:00 - 6:00 pm at their community design studio and third space in Norris Square/Olde Kensington. OPEN […]

  • Open Gym

    Open Gym at Design Gym

    Design Gym 1714 North Mascher Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Come to Open Gym at Design Gym: Where everyone is a designer. If you’ve been curious about OPEN GYM, Design Gym will be open Wednesdays through Fridays, from 2:00 - 6:00 pm at their community design studio and third space in Norris Square/Olde Kensington. OPEN […]

  • Open Gym

    Open Gym at Design Gym

    Design Gym 1714 North Mascher Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Come to Open Gym at Design Gym: Where everyone is a designer. If you’ve been curious about OPEN GYM, Design Gym will be open Wednesdays through Fridays, from 2:00 - 6:00 pm at their community design studio and third space in Norris Square/Olde Kensington. OPEN […]

  • STORYTIME + DESIGN

    Storytime and Design at Design Gym

    Design Gym 1714 North Mascher Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Storytime + Design is a weekly creative experience diving into a book and fun design exercises to grow your creativity and design process. All ages and identities on the designer journey are welcome. Age range of books will vary, design exercises adaptable for all.

  • Open Gym

    Open Gym at Design Gym

    Design Gym 1714 North Mascher Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Come to Open Gym at Design Gym: Where everyone is a designer. If you’ve been curious about OPEN GYM, Design Gym will be open Wednesdays through Fridays, from 2:00 - 6:00 pm at their community design studio and third space in Norris Square/Olde Kensington. OPEN […]

  • Open Gym

    Open Gym at Design Gym

    Design Gym 1714 North Mascher Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Come to Open Gym at Design Gym: Where everyone is a designer. If you’ve been curious about OPEN GYM, Design Gym will be open Wednesdays through Fridays, from 2:00 - 6:00 pm at their community design studio and third space in Norris Square/Olde Kensington. OPEN […]

  • Open Gym

    Open Gym at Design Gym

    Design Gym 1714 North Mascher Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Come to Open Gym at Design Gym: Where everyone is a designer. If you’ve been curious about OPEN GYM, Design Gym will be open Wednesdays through Fridays, from 2:00 - 6:00 pm at their community design studio and third space in Norris Square/Olde Kensington. OPEN […]

  • STORYTIME + DESIGN

    Storytime and Design at Design Gym

    Design Gym 1714 North Mascher Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Storytime + Design is a weekly creative experience diving into a book and fun design exercises to grow your creativity and design process. All ages and identities on the designer journey are welcome. Age range of books will vary, design exercises adaptable for all.

  • Open Gym

    Open Gym at Design Gym

    Design Gym 1714 North Mascher Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Come to Open Gym at Design Gym: Where everyone is a designer. If you’ve been curious about OPEN GYM, Design Gym will be open Wednesdays through Fridays, from 2:00 - 6:00 pm at their community design studio and third space in Norris Square/Olde Kensington. OPEN […]

  • Open Gym

    Open Gym at Design Gym

    Design Gym 1714 North Mascher Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Come to Open Gym at Design Gym: Where everyone is a designer. If you’ve been curious about OPEN GYM, Design Gym will be open Wednesdays through Fridays, from 2:00 - 6:00 pm at their community design studio and third space in Norris Square/Olde Kensington. OPEN […]

  • Design Your Own Disguise

    Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs 1714 N Mascher St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join Design Gym for this week's activity: Design Your Own Disguise during Open Gym hours. Your family could design-build a mask, a headpiece, a hat, etc. with the assistance of their on-site Design Coach. They have some materials and tools available on-site for your use. […]

    Pay as you wish
  • Open Gym

    Open Gym at Design Gym

    Design Gym 1714 North Mascher Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Come to Open Gym at Design Gym: Where everyone is a designer. If you’ve been curious about OPEN GYM, Design Gym will be open Wednesdays through Fridays, from 2:00 - 6:00 pm at their community design studio and third space in Norris Square/Olde Kensington. OPEN […]

  • STORYTIME + DESIGN

    Storytime and Design at Design Gym

    Design Gym 1714 North Mascher Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Storytime + Design is a weekly creative experience diving into a book and fun design exercises to grow your creativity and design process. All ages and identities on the designer journey are welcome. Age range of books will vary, design exercises adaptable for all.

  • Open Gym

    Open Gym at Design Gym

    Design Gym 1714 North Mascher Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Come to Open Gym at Design Gym: Where everyone is a designer. If you’ve been curious about OPEN GYM, Design Gym will be open Wednesdays through Fridays, from 2:00 - 6:00 pm at their community design studio and third space in Norris Square/Olde Kensington. OPEN […]

  • Open Gym

    Open Gym at Design Gym

    Design Gym 1714 North Mascher Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Come to Open Gym at Design Gym: Where everyone is a designer. If you’ve been curious about OPEN GYM, Design Gym will be open Wednesdays through Fridays, from 2:00 - 6:00 pm at their community design studio and third space in Norris Square/Olde Kensington. OPEN […]

  • Open Gym

    Open Gym at Design Gym

    Design Gym 1714 North Mascher Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Come to Open Gym at Design Gym: Where everyone is a designer. If you’ve been curious about OPEN GYM, Design Gym will be open Wednesdays through Fridays, from 2:00 - 6:00 pm at their community design studio and third space in Norris Square/Olde Kensington. OPEN […]

  • STORYTIME + DESIGN

    Storytime and Design at Design Gym

    Design Gym 1714 North Mascher Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Storytime + Design is a weekly creative experience diving into a book and fun design exercises to grow your creativity and design process. All ages and identities on the designer journey are welcome. Age range of books will vary, design exercises adaptable for all.

  • Open Gym

    Open Gym at Design Gym

    Design Gym 1714 North Mascher Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Come to Open Gym at Design Gym: Where everyone is a designer. If you’ve been curious about OPEN GYM, Design Gym will be open Wednesdays through Fridays, from 2:00 - 6:00 pm at their community design studio and third space in Norris Square/Olde Kensington. OPEN […]

  • Open Gym

    Open Gym at Design Gym

    Design Gym 1714 North Mascher Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Come to Open Gym at Design Gym: Where everyone is a designer. If you’ve been curious about OPEN GYM, Design Gym will be open Wednesdays through Fridays, from 2:00 - 6:00 pm at their community design studio and third space in Norris Square/Olde Kensington. OPEN […]

  • Open Gym

    Open Gym at Design Gym

    Design Gym 1714 North Mascher Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Come to Open Gym at Design Gym: Where everyone is a designer. If you’ve been curious about OPEN GYM, Design Gym will be open Wednesdays through Fridays, from 2:00 - 6:00 pm at their community design studio and third space in Norris Square/Olde Kensington. OPEN […]

  • STORYTIME + DESIGN

    Storytime and Design at Design Gym

    Design Gym 1714 North Mascher Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Storytime + Design is a weekly creative experience diving into a book and fun design exercises to grow your creativity and design process. All ages and identities on the designer journey are welcome. Age range of books will vary, design exercises adaptable for all.