University City Summer Series

The University City Summer Series presented by World Cafe Live returns in 2025 with three free concerts at The Lawn at uCity Square. Make sure to join us for good vibes and great music at this beautiful outdoor space!

Get ready to move this summer with the return of the University City Summer Series! Presented by World Cafe Live, the Summer Series will bring three free concerts to The Lawn at uCity Square at 37th and Cuthbert.

poetik selektions will kick off each concert with a DJ set at 5 PM, and headliners will take the stage at 6:30. The uCity Square Beer Garden will be open during the concert for pay-as-you-go drinks from Two Locals Brewing Company.

Our thanks to World Cafe Live and uCity Square for being our hosts and partners for this series!

June 12: BlocoFunk

Catch this high-energy, funky dance band with a Brazilian Twist from PhillyBloco director Mike Stevens. BlocoFunk combines the infectious rhythms/drums of Brazil with popular tunes from multiple genres including Funk, Soul, Samba, New Orleans 2nd Line and more. All of these tunes are mashed up into one, non-stop dance party that anyone can enjoy. BlocoFunk is 12 members strong, with a Samba drum section, horns, bass, guitar and singers.

July 10: Lady Alma and Vertical Current

We had such a great time presenting Lady Alma in 2024 that we’re bringing her and her band Vertical Current back for a second year! 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.