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Explore the Neighborhood
Discover everything to do in University City.
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Neighborhood GuideOur curated suggestions for seasonal happenings, major landmarks, local guides, and new offerings.
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Community CalendarEvents including restaurants promotions, concerts, live theater, community meetings, art galleries & public spaces -
Local Businesses GuideGet to know the people, places, and organizations that make University City such a great place to live, work, and visit.
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Our Events
Enjoy University City District's signature events.
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Baltimore Avenue Dollar Stroll$1, $3, and $5 deals from local businesses & vendors -
University City Dining DaysUniversity City’s version of “restaurant week” -
University City Summer SeriesFamily-friendly free outdoor summer concerts -
Movies in Clark ParkFamily-friendly free outdoor screenings every August -
University City MixNetworking happy hour series -
Trolley Portal Gardens EventsFamily-friendly free events at 40th & Baltimore
- About UCD
Learn more about UCD and our thriving neighborhood.-
Latest NewsUpdates on UCD's work and the neighborhood. -
What is University City District?A partnership of world-renowned anchor institutions, small businesses, and residents that creates opportunities and improves economic vitality and quality of life in the University City section of West Philadelphia. -
What is University City?University City is Philadelphia’s academic heart, a hub for innovation & scientific discovery, and a historic neighborhood full of artistic & cultural exploration.
- Doing Business
Learn how we promote growth and innovation, and how you can too.-
Choose University CityUniversity City is a top Philadelphia neighborhood to work, live, attend school, open a business, or visit. -
Reports and DataResearch & analysis tied to the local economy, transportation, public space use, public safety, workforce development, & more.
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Become a SponsorSponsorships provide valuable visibility while fostering community engagement, and enhancing the vibrancy of the neighborhood.
- What We Do
Explore our range of services and specialties.-
Maintain Clean and Safe StreetsCreating a safe and welcoming environment for residents, employees, students, and visitors -
Assist the UnhousedAddressing homelessness through a compassionate, people-first approach -
Improve TransportationAddressing bike & pedestrian safety, traffic congestion & public transit routing -
Support Our Local EconomySupporting the local business community and residents through a wide range of services -
Provide Landscape ServicesOur landscaping social venture provides design-build-maintenance services -
Connect Residents to CareersHarnessing the hiring power of our area’s major employers while cultivating local talent
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Explore the Neighborhood
Discover everything to do in University City.
-
Neighborhood GuideOur curated suggestions for seasonal happenings, major landmarks, local guides, and new offerings.
-
Community CalendarEvents including restaurants promotions, concerts, live theater, community meetings, art galleries & public spaces
-
Local Businesses GuideGet to know the people, places, and organizations that make University City such a great place to live, work, and visit.
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Our Events
Enjoy University City District's signature events.
-
Baltimore Avenue Dollar Stroll$1, $3, and $5 deals from local businesses & vendors
-
University City Dining DaysUniversity City’s version of “restaurant week”
-
University City Summer SeriesFamily-friendly free outdoor summer concerts
-
Movies in Clark ParkFamily-friendly free outdoor screenings every August
-
University City MixNetworking happy hour series
-
Trolley Portal Gardens EventsFamily-friendly free events at 40th & Baltimore
- About UCD
Learn more about UCD and our thriving neighborhood.-
Latest NewsUpdates on UCD's work and the neighborhood.
-
What is University City District?A partnership of world-renowned anchor institutions, small businesses, and residents that creates opportunities and improves economic vitality and quality of life in the University City section of West Philadelphia.
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What is University City?University City is Philadelphia’s academic heart, a hub for innovation & scientific discovery, and a historic neighborhood full of artistic & cultural exploration.
- Doing Business
Learn how we promote growth and innovation, and how you can too.-
Choose University CityUniversity City is a top Philadelphia neighborhood to work, live, attend school, open a business, or visit.
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Reports and DataResearch & analysis tied to the local economy, transportation, public space use, public safety, workforce development, & more.
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Become a SponsorSponsorships provide valuable visibility while fostering community engagement, and enhancing the vibrancy of the neighborhood.
- What We Do
Explore our range of services and specialties.-
Maintain Clean and Safe StreetsCreating a safe and welcoming environment for residents, employees, students, and visitors
-
Assist the UnhousedAddressing homelessness through a compassionate, people-first approach
-
Improve TransportationAddressing bike & pedestrian safety, traffic congestion & public transit routing
-
Support Our Local EconomySupporting the local business community and residents through a wide range of services
-
Provide Landscape ServicesOur landscaping social venture provides design-build-maintenance services
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Connect Residents to CareersHarnessing the hiring power of our area’s major employers while cultivating local talent
New Business Roundup: Fall 2026
Discover new businesses opening their doors in the neighborhood.
West Philadelphia is welcoming a wave of new business openings, bringing diverse cuisines, and new retail options to the neighborhood. Read on to see what’s new!
Birria City
OPEN NOW: Birria City is here to satisfy all of your birria cravings, whether it’s birria tacos, burritos, nachos, ramen, or grilled cheese!
Burrito Feliz
You may know them as the mighty green Mexican food truck around town. Now, experience their brick-and-mortar Chestnut St. taqueria! Enjoy all types of delicious tacos and burritos, as well as classics like elotes.
Paperboy
OPEN NOW: From the owner of Hello World comes Paperboy, University City’s new stationary shop. The shop will offer greeting cards, journals, notebooks, writing accessories, stickers and balloons.
Sagami
Opening next summer: University City is getting a new (to us) traditional Japanese restaurant! The restaurant — owned by chef Alan Su — will open in the Shop Penn complex at 3636 Sansom Street, neighboring the Inn at Penn. The University City storefront will be Sagami’s second location — with its first restaurant located in Collingswood, N.J. The original location has served traditional Japanese cuisine for over 50 years.
7th Street Burger NYC
OPEN NOW: NYC’s smashburger chain 7th Street Burger has made its way to University City! Enjoy their signature smash patties with cheese, grilled veggies, and house sauce on a Martin’s potato roll. The restaurant will also offer Impossible burger options for vegetarians!
Top Deck Games
OPEN NOW: Top Deck features a robust inventory of board games, card games, RPG’s, and miniatures and models. And if you’re interested in their community events, the space hosts regular weekly gatherings and tournaments!
Whipper Snappers Barbershop
OPEN NOW: Brought to you by the folks at Bud’s Barbershop, Whipper Snappers has joined the Garden Court community on 47th Street between Pine and Spruce and offers a range of haircuts, beard trims, and kids cuts.
Discover Other Happenings in University City
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