• program
open lab
The Open Lab is our "open gym" for creativity. Drop in anytime during scheduled hours, no reservation needed. Kids explore hands-on stations at their own pace in a museum-style environment designed for creativity and discovery.
open to all children and families
optional drop-off available
• experience
our stations
build
construct with a variety of building materials and engineering challenges
create
draw, paint, and make art through open-ended projects
code
explore coding, robotics, and logic-based activities
make
use cardboard, recycled materials, and loose parts to build and invent
• schedule
our hours
weekdays
monday through friday
3:30pm – 7:00pm
weekends
saturday and sunday
12:00pm – 7:00pm
• pricing
our plans
day pass
opening special
$20/family
more passes
coming soon
weekly • monthly
• details
frequently asked questions
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Learning Lab is our structured learning program with guided projects and a consistent community of learners.
Open Lab is our drop-in creative experience where children and families can explore, build, and create whenever we're open.
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Parents are welcome to stay and explore alongside their kids. We also offer an optional supervised drop-off for an additional fee if you'd like to enjoy the mall while your kid stays. Parents must remain within North County Mall during the visit.
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Kids are free to move between stations and spend as much time as they'd like exploring what interests them. There are no rotations or required activities.
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Your day pass gives you full access to Open Lab, so you're welcome to arrive anytime during open hours and stay as long as you'd like.
learning lab
open lab