University City Summer Series

The University City Summer Series—produced by University City District with support from World Cafe Live, Wexford Science and Technology, and Brandywine Realty Trust—brings premier talent on stage for free, family-friendly outdoor performances. 

 

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2024 Schedule

The Summer Series is back! UCD is partnering with World Cafe Live to produce two free concerts during summer '24 with local partners. Performances kick off at 5 PM with a set from DJ AfrVbz, with headliners taking the stage at 6:30 PM. 

 

 

Lady Alma & Vertical Current at the Lawn at uCity Square on Thursday, August 15th 

Don't miss house music mainstay Lady Alma and Vertical Current at The Lawn at uCity Square at 37th and Filbert on Thursday, August 15th! The Philly songstress has made a worldwide name for herself with her eclectic and uplifting musical repertoire. Lady Alma is known for a range of uniquely inspirational jams, and her fans recognize not only the magic of her skillful vocal arches, but also her amazing songs and motivating messages. Our thanks to uCity Square for being our host and partner for Lady Alma!

RSVP here. 

Follow Lady Alma on Instagram and YouTube. 

 

 

Marielle Kraft at Drexel Square at Schuylkill Yards on Thursday, September 12th 

Indie pop singer/songwriter Marielle Kraft will bring her unique, welcoming sound to Drexel Square (3025 Market Street) at Schuylkill Yards on Thursday, September 12th! Marielle Kraft writes songs that strike chords with listeners, and follows in the tradition of artists like Colbie Caillat, Maisie Peters, and Taylor Swift. Self-taught, Kraft brings a gift for storytelling through her use of salient detail, raw emotion, and poignant word choice to describe moments “exactly as they feel.” Marielle Kraft regularly plays at venues across the United States, sharing stages with names as big as Mt. Joy, Ava Max, and Betty Who. Our thanks to Brandywine Realty Trust for being our host and partner for Marielle Kraft at Drexel Square, part of Schuylkill Yards.

RSVP here. 

Follow Marielle Kraft on Instagram and YouTube. 

Our partners at Brandywine Realty Trust have arranged a special event parking rate just for the 9/12 Summer Series Concert at their new parking lot at 3001 JFK Blvd, located directly across from Drexel Square. Use promo code "SUMMERSERIES" for a 50% discount on the hourly rate, available only through pre-orders via this link.

 

For general event inquiries and sponsorship opportunities, contact Margaret Leidy Starke, Senior Manager, Events and Community Partnerships, at 215.243.0555 x227 or [email protected].