KNIT-A-THON!

Our 3Rd Annual Knitathon!

Set your watch, knit a swatch, and get ready for Knitathon 2026!

Knitathon is a 24 hour fiber fest, from noon to noon November 14^th and 15^th focusing on all things knitting and crocheting. This is an event for fiber artists of all levels and backgrounds! Participants are invited to join a 24 hour craft circle, enjoy spinning demos, guided hand and wrist stretching breaks, and round the clock hands-on knit and crochet help. 

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FAQ

Not sure if you want to attend? Let us answer your questions here!

What is Knitathon?

Knitathon is a 24 hour event at the Tacony LAB Community Art Center taking place in mid November. The purpose is to bring together community around fiber arts.

Does it cost anything?

No! Knitathon is free to attend! You will receive one raffle ticket when you register and arrive, but you may want to enter our raffle by purchasing additional tickets at $1 each to increase your chances of winning some of our valuable prizes. This year’s grand prize is a 32 in 4 harness floor loom!

Do I have to stay the whole 24 hours?

Nope! You can come and go as you please. You can go home for a nap or go out for a break and come back. For every hour you are present, you will get credit for one raffle ticket. If you make something for the competition, we ask that you leave it at the Tacony LAB.

Are we making items to keep or to donate?

This is your choice! You can make something for yourself or something to donate. We will make a donation to the Block Gives Back with any winter accessory items after the event. Last year we were able to give them a large box of hats, scarves and gloves that were made by the community!

But I don’t know how to knit! Can I still come?

Yes!! We have circular knitting machines operated by a crank and we can show you how to use one in just a few minutes. The circular knitting machines can make a warm winter hat in less than an hour.

I don’t knit. I crochet. (or quilt, or weave, or spin or other fiber art…)
Can I still come?

Yes! Knitathon is about celebrating community with fiber arts. Bring your crocheting project or your portable loom, drop spindle, needle felting etc!

I might not make it the whole 24 hours. Do I have to be there at the end to win any prizes?

No. You will be asked to fill out your raffle tickets before you leave so we can contact you. If you entered Best Knitted/, our celebrity judge will be there at 10am (hour 22) to judge the entries.

Can I bring children?

Unfortunately this year’s Knitathon event is only for ages 13 and up. We will not have child-friendly hours available. While we would love to invite families back to Knitathon, our space and our staff is not equipped to provide this experience at this time.