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upcoming events
Bok hosts events and community groups nearly every day of the year. From yearly events like Open Studios, to parties and fundraisers that bring people together, there is no shortage of exciting events at Bok!
open studios
Open Studios happens twice a year, where all 9 floors of the Bok building open for visitors to explore our hallways and meet our community! Always free and family friendly, you can shop, engage, and sip with artists, makers, and businesses based here at Bok. Plan to make a night of it and make a reservation at Irwin’s or head up to Bok Bar afterwards.
b[l]ok party
Our take on the classic summer-in-the-city block party, the B[L]OK Party brings the neighborhood together to celebrate all things BOK and South Philly. Now in its 8th year, this highly anticipated event attracts hundreds of families to take part in the festivities — and of course get in a few jumps in the bounce house!
weddings at bok
host an event
Bok has several gathering spaces that serve a wide range of event types. Interested in hosting an event or coordinating a photo or film shoot? View information about each of our event spaces below, then fill out an inquiry form to get the convo started!
event spaces
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Voted one of the best views in Philadelphia, our all-outdoor 8th floor terrace has unparalleled views of the city, from West Philly to New Jersey. The scenic city skyline and sunset corner make the best backdrop to any gathering, plus enjoy our built-in bar program, seasonal landscaping, funky furniture, and colorful aesthetic of South Philly’s favorite rooftop.
Also serving as our beloved Bok Bar, the 8th floor terrace is only available Mondays and Tuesdays April - October.
Looking to host an event on the terrace Wednesday through Sunday while Bok Bar is open? Inquire directly with them about semi-private events.
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Large groups, corporate events, non-profit fundraisers, Philly-centric celebrations, photo/film shoots + so much more!
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7,659 square ft
300 people
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coming soon!
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Looking for a unique and memorable space for your next event? Our Auditorium hosts 1,000 tiered seats and a proscenium stage on the first floor of Bok, built in 1938. In keeping with the Art Deco style of the 340,000 square foot building, the auditorium is a spacious and ornate facility currently being preserved and repurposed as a screening room and dramatic event space in the heart of South Philadelphia.
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Film screenings/premieres, lectures, dance + acoustic performances, graduations, ceremonies, theater productions, conference style workshops, speaker panels, spoken word events, info sharing, photoshoots, intimate dinner celebrations + more!
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11,328 square ft
400 people
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coming soon!
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Our West Gym sits on the first floor of Bok, where the former gymnasium has been repurposed to host a variety of events under the glimmer of a gigantic disco ball. The spacious floor plan and nearby catering kitchen allows for fully custom events. Come dance the night away, gather with creatives, or shoot some hoops – the possibilities are limitless in this one-of-a-kind venue space.
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Receptions, celebrations, fundraisers, seated dinners, cocktail mixers, multi-vendor events, workshops, demonstrations, conferences, team building, athletic use, large + bold decorations, and more!
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6,205 square ft
300 people
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coming soon!
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Interested in an intimate outdoor patio event space with elevated views of the city and sunset? Our 7th Floor West Terrace features the iconic Philly skyline and inspiring architecture as the backdrop to your special event in a space that is flexible to serve personal celebrations, dinner + cocktail style events, workshops, photo/film shoots + so much more!
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802 sq ft interior / 7733 sq ft exterior
40 people
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coming soon!
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Cozy up in one – or both – our intimate suites are furnished and outfitted for your guests to relax and enjoy the hard work of pulling an event together. Located adjacent to our event spaces, these make great greenrooms, dressing rooms, and smaller gathering spaces for VIP’s, group breakout sessions, team retreats, and more.
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Glow Suite
985 sq ft
15 peopleCoaches Suite
462 sq ft
10 people -
coming soon!
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Formerly the auto machine shop at Bok Tech, the Workshop is a semi-private event space located adjacent to the retail corridor of the building furnished with seating, tables, and a beautiful patina of a reconstructed auto garage turned into a gathering space shared with Machine Shop Bakery.
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Small group gatherings, photo/film shoots, community meetings, book clubs, workshop style classes, and cocktail parties and receptions.
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913 square ft
50 people
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coming soon!
past events
