PlayArts — Local services in Philadelphia

I was very disappointed in this place. It is not culturally diverse at all. As well as the front desk person and staff are sarcastic and very snotty. I had forgotten my card at home. So I asked if I could pay cash. The front desk girl said she’d ask the owner if they could take a cash payment. So she walked away to ask her. I guess since I’m Hispanic. I looked uneducated to her. Little does she know I’m far from un-educated. As well as can read lips. I won’t repeat what she said to the owner. What I can say is it was rude of her to make fun of me for asking a common question anyone would’ve asked. They where looking over at me and my husband and 8 month old laughing. When she came back. It took all of me not to go off on her. So I’m now writing this review to let people know what a crappie place this is. The saddest part is the young lady was African American. I expected more from this place. As well as a kid fell off one of the toys while we where there. No one came to the child’s aid. The staff just acted as if nothing happened. The child cried for about 3 minutes. Got up and went about their way. Regardless I felt like someone should’ve gotten up to check on the child and didn’t. This is not a place where if your ethic you will...

Play Arts is a beautiful, magical space for both kids and their grown ups. I am so thankful and proud that it is our neighborhood spot, though I would easily travel to visit as well. Usually after spending time in places like the zoo or Please Touch Museum (which, of course, have their own merit), I feel completely exhausted. Play Arts is the first place ostensibly for kiddos in which we as adults have also felt able to relax. The open floor plan with lofted eating/ sitting area enables parents to easily spot their kiddos as they explore the play space chock full of building blocks, trains, legos and climbing structures. The cozy reading nook and cool non-“plasticky” toys make you want to get down with your own kid-within too!

Beyond the amazing physical space (did I mention how beautiful it is?!), the staff are so helpful, unpretentious, and kind-hearted. Their warm welcome and stealth ability to maintain safety and happy play were major reasons for why we decided to have our daughter’s 4th birthday party here. The ability to BYO food and drinks (including alcohol for grown ups) didn’t hurt either.

I can’t endorse Play Arts enough. So just get a membership and come...

Writing this review for a child's birthday party. We recently had my son's 1st birthday celebration here and it we had the most amazing experience. The staff was extremely attentive to our needs and made set up and break down a breeze. The space itself has many options for developmentally appropriate play for a range of ages. We booked a party that went on during open play hours and were very happy that the play area was full of children with attentive parents. All our guests had a blast! Thank you Play Arts for a great 1st birthday party...