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  • Things to Do
    Discover everything to do in University City.
    • Neighborhood Guide
      Explore neighborhood favorites and upcoming events to make the most of your time in University City!
    • Community Calendar
      Events including restaurants promotions, concerts, live theater, community meetings, art galleries & public spaces
    • Baltimore Avenue Dollar Stroll
      $1, $3, and $5 deals from local businesses & vendors
    • University City Dining Days
      University City’s version of “restaurant week”
    • University City Summer Series
      Family-friendly free outdoor summer concerts
    • Movies in Clark Park
      Family-friendly free outdoor screenings every August
    • University City Mix
      Networking happy hour series
  • About the Neighborhood
    Learn More About our Thriving Neighborhood.
    • Neighborhood Overview
      University City is Philadelphia’s academic heart, a hub for innovation & scientific discovery, and a historic neighborhood full of artistic & cultural exploration.
    • Neighborhood Spotlights
      Explore top food, art, shopping, and culture, just minutes from Center City.
    • Latest News
      Updated on UCD's work and the neighborhood.
  • Doing Business
    Learn How we Promote Growth and Innovation.
    • Choose University City
      University City is a top Philadelphia neighborhood to work, live, attend school, open a business, or visit.
    • Reports and Data
      Research & analysis tied to the local economy, transportation, public space use, public safety, workforce development, & more.
    • Become a Sponsor
      Sponsorships provide valuable visibility while fostering community engagement, and enhancing the vibrancy of the neighborhood.
  • What We Do
    Explore our Range of Services and Specialties.
    • Transform Public Spaces
      We are dedicated to creating and maintaining public spaces that strengthen and enrich University City.
    • Maintain Clean and Safe Streets
      Creating a safe and welcoming environment for residents, employees, students, and visitors
    • Assist the Unhoused
      Addressing the tragedy of homelessness in our district through a compassionate, measured & people-first approach
    • Improve Transportation
      Addressing bike & pedestrian safety, traffic congestion & public transit routing
    • Support Our Local Economy
      Supporting supports the local business community and residents through a wide range of services
    • Provide Landscape Services
      Our landscaping social venture provides design-build-maintenance landscaping services
    • Connect Residents to Careers
      Harnessing the hiring power of our area’s major employers while cultivating local talent
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  • July 2025

  • Mon 21
    Promotional graphic featuring a red heart on a white background, and text that reads "Caring for the Caregiver"
    July 21 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm

    Caregivers Group

    Calvary Church Parsonage 815 S. 48th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

    A free six-week support group for those who identify as caregivers - working either at the individual level (e.g. teachers, nurses, those caring for elderly, sick or disabled family members) […]

  • Wed 23
    Promotional Image for Summer jam
    July 23 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Garden Jams: Live Music Happy Hour at Penn Museum

    Penn Museum 3260 South St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

    Penn Museum’s outdoor summer concert series returns! Live music with a low-key, high-chill, al-fresco scene in Stoner Courtyard at the rose-gold hour. Unwind to world music by local Philly bands. […]

  • Wed 23
    3 People performing in a performance of a Midsummer's Night Dream
    July 23 @ 7:00 pm - July 27 @ 9:00 pm

    The Midsummer Musical: Shakespeare in Clark Park

    Clark Park 4300-4398 Baltimore Ave, PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania

    Celebrate 20 years of Shakespeare in Clark Park with A Bottom’s Dream—a bold, joyful, and completely free musical reimagining of A Midsummer Night’s Dream. This world premiere queer pop disco […]

  • Thu 24
    July 24 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

    Homemade Riso + Gocco Revival

    $40 for Current Members of the Soapbox/$45 for Non-Members Students will also be charged a $15 materials fee that covers masters, ink, paper, and maintenance of equipment.

  • Fri 25
    Mario Kart Showdown Promotional graphic
    July 25 @ 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm

    Mario Kart Tournament

    Sunset Social 129 South 30th StreeT, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

    *NEW PRIZE* Winner will take home a $200 Nintendo E-Shop Gift Card 💰 CALLING ALL RACERS 🏎️ Race on up to the rooftop Friday July 25th for our 32-Person tournament […]

  • Sat 26
    July 26 @ 8:00 am - July 27 @ 12:00 am

    Rhythm and Brews: A Night of R&B at Two Locals

    Two Locals Brewing 3675 Market Street Suite 100, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

    Two Locals Brewing Co. invites the community to experience Rhythm & Brews, an R&B-focused evening of music, culture, and connection in University City. This vibrant event will feature two live […]

  • Sat 26
    July 26 @ 1:00 pm - 5:30 pm

    Intro to Screenprinting

    The Soapbox: Community Print Shop & Zine Library 4700 Kingsessing Ave, PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania

    In this beginning course you will learn the basics of screenprinting. Participants will bring a prepared image and we will provide all the materials, tools and training. Learn the protocol […]

  • Sun 27
    Seize the means tour promotional graphic
    July 27 @ 5:00 pm - 11:59 pm

    Now Karaoke Band at Pentridge Station

    Pentridge Station 5110-5120 Pentridge S, PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania

    On Sunday, 7/27, come join us for a wild night of karaoke! Singers will have the chance to step on stage with A LIVE BAND from New Orleans and sing […]

  • Wed 30
    Promotional Image for Summer jam
    July 30 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Garden Jams: Live Music Happy Hour at Penn Museum

    Penn Museum 3260 South St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

    Penn Museum’s outdoor summer concert series returns! Live music with a low-key, high-chill, al-fresco scene in Stoner Courtyard at the rose-gold hour. Unwind to world music by local Philly bands. […]

  • August 2025

  • Fri 1
    A group of four undergraduate student curators study a Lapis Lazuli rock, shaped into an axe-head
    August 1 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Into the Blue Exhibit at Penn Museum – on view through spring 2026

    Into the Blue Exhibit at Penn Museum – on view through spring 2026

    Penn Museum 3260 South St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

    A new exhibition curated by undergraduate students from the University of Pennsylvania explores the deep human history associated with a popular hue that has stood the test of time—Into the Blue: The Pursuit […]

  • Fri 1
    A large crowd of people sit in front of a movie screen at Movies in Clark Park
    August 1 @ 6:00 pm - 10:30 pm

    Movies in Clark Park: The Goonies (1985)

    Clark Park 4300-4398 Baltimore Ave, PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania

    Celebrate 10 years of Movies in Clark Park with a special screening of Clueless (1995) in the Clark Park bowl this summer! Since its debut in 2015, the event has […]

  • Sat 2
    Person using a letterpress
    August 2 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

    Intro to Letterpress

    The Soapbox: Community Print Shop & Zine Library 4700 Kingsessing Ave, PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania

    Learn the basics of printing letterpress at The Soapbox, from setting type, to locking up your form on the press, to printing (and cleaning!) using the Vandercook cylinder press. Other […]

  • Fri 8
    A large crowd of people sit in front of a movie screen at Movies in Clark Park
    August 8 @ 6:00 pm - 10:30 pm

    Movies in Clark Park: Clueless 1995

    Clark Park 4300-4398 Baltimore Ave, PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania

    Celebrate 10 years of Movies in Clark Park with a special screening of Clueless (1995) in the Clark Park bowl this summer! Since its debut in 2015, the event has […]

  • Sun 10
    Promotional image for Family Yoga
    August 10 @ 11:00 am - 11:45 am Family Yoga at Sunset Social

    Family Yoga at Sunset Social

    ✨Family time just got a mindful twist!✨ This summer, Little Yoga Squad and Ms. Mariah invite families to join them for donation-based Family Yoga at Sunset Social! 🌞🧘🏾‍♀️ From June […]

  • Sun 10
    Promotional image for Family Yoga
    August 10 @ 11:00 am - 11:45 am Family Yoga at Sunset Social

    Family Yoga at Sunset Social

    ✨Family time just got a mindful twist!✨ This summer, Little Yoga Squad and Ms. Mariah invite families to join them for donation-based Family Yoga at Sunset Social! 🌞🧘🏾‍♀️ From June […]

  • Tue 12
    Graphic promoting the SBIR Grant Program
    August 12 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

    Unlocking SBIR/STTR: Expert Tips for a Winning Application – Webinar

    Virtual

    Find out how the government’s Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs can provide a source of R&D funding between the initial development of your […]

  • Tue 12
    The UCity Square Lawn
    August 12 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

    Orangetheory Summer Fun Run/Walk

    uCity Square 3701 Filbert St, PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania

    Orangetheory Fun Run/Walk Join Orangetheory coaches this summer for a FREE Fun Run/Walk series around uCity Square! Enjoy a 1-2 mile run or walk followed by a circuit style workout. […]

  • Wed 13
    Promotional flyer for Reset and Connect event
    August 13 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

    Parent Cafe: Reset & Reconnect

    Juvenile Justice Services Center 91 N 48th St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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