Things to Do in
Bella Vista
Discover the best activities, events, classes, and experiences in Bella Vista. All carefully curated for families!

Ages 5-11: Day Off Camp
Tue, Feb 17 • 9:30 AM-3:30 PM
Fleisher offers day off camps on some Philadelphia School District closings. Join us for a full day of art-filled fun in our studios! Projects will change for each one day...

Teen Lounge - Free Days
Tue, Feb 17 • 4:00 PM-6:00 PM
Work on independent projects, play games, or just hang out – you decide what we do on free days!

Morning Magic Tour
Wed, Feb 18 • 10:00 AM-11:00 AM
A morning tour of the gardens.

Teen Lounge - Rework It Then Wear It
Wed, Feb 18 • 4:00 PM-6:00 PM
Teens will harness the basics of sewing (both hand and machine) to be able to turn clothes they no longer wear into articles more favorable and desirable. If you have entrepreneurial goals these pieces can also be added to your catalogue to sell! Teens will be asked to bring in their own articles that they have a desire to upcycle (additional articles will be available). The workshop will touch on techniques such as basic stitching methods, embroidery methods, how to use a sewing machine, raw edge applique, and smooth edge applique. Teens will learn about the importance of sustainability and how to combat fast fashion.

Guided Site Tour
Thu, Feb 19 • 12:00 PM-1:15 PM
A guided tour of the mosaicked murals and art installations.

Movie Night: with Cats!
Thu, Feb 19 • 6:00 PM-6:00 PM
Join us on Thursday February 19th to watch My Neighbor Totoro. This acclaimed animated tale by director Hayao Miyazaki follows schoolgirl Satsuke and her younger sister, Mei, as they settle into an old country house with their father and wait for their mother to recover from an illness in an area hospital. As the sisters explore their new home, they encounter and befriend playful spirits in their house and the nearby forest, most notably the massive cuddly creature known as Totoro.

Day Off Camps
Fri, Feb 20 • 12:00 AM-12:00 AM
During the school year, Fleisher offers one-day camps for ages 5–12 years old to coincide with the Philadelphia School District’s scheduled days off. Campers will work in our studios creating work inspired by a specific theme.

Morning Magic Tour
Fri, Feb 20 • 10:00 AM-11:00 AM
A morning tour of the gardens.

Morning Magic Tour
Sat, Feb 21 • 10:00 AM-11:00 AM
A morning tour of the gardens.

Guided Site Tour
Sat, Feb 21 • 12:00 PM-1:15 PM
A guided tour of the mosaicked murals and art installations.

Morning Magic Tour
Sun, Feb 22 • 10:00 AM-11:00 AM
A morning tour of the gardens.

Guided Site Tour
Sun, Feb 22 • 12:00 PM-1:15 PM
A guided tour of the mosaicked murals and art installations.

Guided Site Tour
Mon, Feb 23 • 12:00 PM-1:15 PM
A guided tour of the mosaicked murals and art installations.

Book lovers craft night with LET ME KNOW CLUB AND CATS!
Mon, Feb 23 • 6:00 PM-6:00 PM
Join us and Let Me Know Club for a DIY bookmark craft night and book show and tell! Bring a book you are currently reading or a past favorite to tell everyone about. Craft materials and kitten snuggles provided!

Morning Magic Tour
Wed, Feb 25 • 10:00 AM-11:00 AM
A morning tour of the gardens.

Guided Site Tour
Thu, Feb 26 • 12:00 PM-1:15 PM
A guided tour of the mosaicked murals and art installations.

Young Friends Cozy Craft Night
Thu, Feb 26 • 6:30 PM-8:00 PM
An evening of crafting and creativity.

Morning Magic Tour
Fri, Feb 27 • 10:00 AM-11:00 AM
A morning tour of the gardens.

Polaroid Transfers (one-day workshop)
Fri, Feb 27 • 2:00 PM-6:00 PM
Fun, fast, and with a totally unique image quality, instant film is the perfect medium to get experimental with your photography.

jumpstART: Pinched and Coiled: Personal Cups
Fri, Feb 27 • 5:00 PM-8:00 PM
Need a new teacup? Want to make a handmade gift for a friend or loved one? Join this fun, fast-paced, instructor guided workshop to learn some basic ceramic techniques and...

Morning Magic Tour
Sat, Feb 28 • 10:00 AM-11:00 AM
A morning tour of the gardens.

Magic Gardens Studio Tour
Sat, Feb 28 • 10:00 AM-11:30 AM
A tour of the Magic Gardens Studio.

Guided Site Tour
Sat, Feb 28 • 12:00 PM-1:15 PM
A guided tour of the mosaicked murals and art installations.
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About Activities in Bella Vista
Bella Vista, known for its Italian heritage and charming streets, has evolved into a vibrant family neighborhood. The Fleisher Art Memorial offers incredible free and low-cost art classes for all ages, including toddler programs. The Italian Market provides a sensory adventure for little ones, while Palumbo Playground and smaller pocket parks offer safe spaces for outdoor play.
The neighborhood's tight-knit community means regular family-oriented events, from street festivals to library story times at the Queen Memorial Branch. Bella Vista's walkable streets and abundance of family-owned businesses create a village-like atmosphere perfect for raising tiny humans in the city.