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University City District UCD invests in vitality, economic opportunity, and quality of life in Philadelphia’s University City.

There are so many new businesses in West Philly to enjoy! Whether you want lunch plans, a new spot for dinner dates, or ...
10/21/2026

There are so many new businesses in West Philly to enjoy! Whether you want lunch plans, a new spot for dinner dates, or you’re taking up a new hobby, there’s something for everyone.

Let’s give an extra warm welcome to 7TH STREET BURGER and WhipperSnappers Barbershop, who both had their grand openings TODAY, 10/21!

⭐️As a little added bonus, if you stop into Whipper Snappers as a first time client, you can get $10 off your service! Just mention it at checkout⭐️

Which new business are you looking forward to hitting up?

At UCD, our efforts to improve quality of life within our neighborhood are ongoing, and we’re interested in hearing from...
10/20/2026

At UCD, our efforts to improve quality of life within our neighborhood are ongoing, and we’re interested in hearing from those who live, work, and visit University City on what issues are most important to you.

Check out the link in our bio to complete the 5-10 minute online survey and be entered for a chance to win a $100 gift card to a local restaurant!

Survey open until December 31, 2026.

Thank you to Renata's Kitchen for hosting our Small Business Networking Breakfast yesterday! It was great to be able to ...
10/09/2026

Thank you to Renata's Kitchen for hosting our Small Business Networking Breakfast yesterday! It was great to be able to gather on such a beautiful day in the welcoming upstairs space at the restaurant. We appreciate the members of our community that joined us, including small business owners, banking partners, nonprofit leaders, and more!

⭐️ Are you a local small business owner who isn’t on our mailing list and wants to get involved? Email us at [email protected] ⭐️

See you at the next one!

09/24/2026

West Philly! Don’t miss ladyalma perform at University City’s last FREE outdoor concert of the season 🎶☀️

Head to The Lawn at uCity Square on Thursday, October 1st to enjoy great vibes and live music for all ages!

Lady Alma is a Philadelphia-based house music powerhouse whose soul-stirring vocals and uplifting anthems have made her a global favorite 💃🏽🌎

Event details:
🎧 DJ set by DJ REDDZ at 5 PM
🎶 ladyalma at 6:30 PM
🍺 Drinks from Two Locals 🇱🇷🇯🇲 at the uCity Square B**r Garden
📍 The Lawn at uCity Square (37th & Cuthbert)
📅 Thursday, October 1 | 5–8 PM
🎟️ FREE | All ages

Bring a blanket or lawn chair & make a night of it. Save for later, tag your concert crew, & meet us at The Lawn☀️

Our thanks to the support of our presenting sponsor phillymusicalliance

09/21/2026

Locked out of your car? Need a jump? Want company on your walk? 🚗 ⚡️ 🚶‍♀️

If you’re in the University City area and are dealing with a car lockout, have a car that won’t start, or would like a walking es**rt, our Safety Ambassadors are here to help!

Just give them a call 📞 at 215-387-3942 and one of our Ambassadors (maybe even our video star Jordane!) will be able to help you out 7 days a week between the hours of 10 AM and 2 AM.

🔗Check out the link in our bio for more info!

09/16/2026

National Latino and Hispanic Heritage month is in full swing! Celebrated between September 15 and October 15, now is a great time to pay your favorite Latino and Hispanic owned spots a visit. Check the link 🔗 in our bio for more info!

Featured in this video:
BURRITO FELIZ PHILLY 🇲🇽
Jezabel’s | Bakery, Restaurant & Market 🇦🇷
Mucho Perú 🇵🇪
Puyero Venezuelan Flavor 🇻🇪
Tacosdonmemo 🇲🇽

Shoutout your favorites in the comments section, and let us know how you’re celebrating and honoring the heritages, traditions, and cultures of Latino and Hispanic communities in University City!

09/14/2026

Philly, looking for a new way to meet people this week? 👀

Our University City MIX is bringing networking, good food, & drinks to this Wednesday, September 16. Come connect with people from different industries and see what’s happening in University City.

Plus, if you’re 22–35 & looking to get more involved in your community, stop by the “Next Stop: UCD” table to learn about our young leaders council!

📍 Corio | 3675 Market St.
🗓️ Wednesday, September 16
⏰ 5:30–7:30 PM
🎟️ FREE to attend | RSVP encouraged

Learn more & RSVP at universitycity.org or using the link in our bio!

09/10/2026

Next Wednesday, September 16th, come party with Astra* and UCD at University City MIX!

We’ll be mixing, mingling, and networking at Corio from 5:30-7:30!

MIX is a great way to meet people from all different industries while enjoying an evening of pay-as-you-go Italian food and drinks, topped off with community connection 🍝 🍷 👯‍♀️

Click the link in our bio to get more info and RSVP! We’ll see you there 👋

*We’re working on confirming whether or not our office mascot, Astra, can make it to the event 👽

09/03/2026

Are you Strolling with us today?!

Today, September 3rd, is the last Dollar Stroll of the year and we can’t wait to see you there! Get ready for $1, $3, and $5 deals on food, drinks, art, and so much more. Plus, make sure you hit up the 48th Street All Love Block Party for vendors and dancing, reggae music with Solomon Dub at Trolley Portal Gardens, and Free Dating Advice at the triangle on 50th and Baltimore!

The Dollar Stroll is rain or shine, and we’re partying either way! Make sure to wear comfy shoes, bring cash, and hydrate! Comment below with what you’re most excited to try and we’ll see you on the Avenue!

⛈️ Tomorrow’s Summer Series concert featuring Lady Alma 🪩 has been postponed due to forecasted thunderstorms. ⛈️⭐️Please...
08/26/2026

⛈️ Tomorrow’s Summer Series concert featuring Lady Alma 🪩 has been postponed due to forecasted thunderstorms. ⛈️

⭐️Please save the new date of October 1st and share with your friends and family!⭐️

No matter the time of year, a Lady Alma concert is going to be a great time. We hope to see you at The Lawn at uCity Square! 🕺 💃

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3940 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, PA
19104

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Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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(215) 243-0555

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