by Build-A-Bear Workshop
Kids pick a plush animal, help stuff and finish it, then dress it up with outfits and accessories. The store also hosts birthday parties.
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| Monday | 10 AM – 9 PM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM – 9 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM – 9 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM – 9 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM – 9 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM – 9 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM – 8 PM |
Mon–Sat 10am–9pm, Sun 11am–8pm
Priced per stuffed animal and outfit
Open daily. Pick a date to add it to your plans.
Ages 3–12.
Priced per stuffed animal and outfit
Sunday: 11 AM–8 PM · Monday: 10 AM–9 PM · Tuesday: 10 AM–9 PM · Wednesday: 10 AM–9 PM · Thursday: 10 AM–9 PM · Friday: 10 AM–9 PM · Saturday: 10 AM–9 PM. Mon–Sat 10am–9pm, Sun 11am–8pm
200 Baychester Ave Space 129B, 10475, in Co-op City, the Bronx.
Yes. Build-A-Bear Workshop is indoors, so it works on rainy or cold days.
Registration is handled by Build-A-Bear Workshop: buildabear.com, or call (718) 865-8113.
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