University City

Did you know that our UCD Ambassadors offer these FREE service? Give them a call if you need help with a car lockout, jumpstart, or walking escort! @UCDSafe

⛈️Tonight’s screening of A League of Their Own has been postponed to 9/3 due to forecasted rain⛈️ See you next Friday for Harriet!

Time to start thinking about the Dollar Stroll! Want to vend at the next one on Sept. 3rd? Applications for interested brick-and-mortar businesses located along Baltimore Ave and community food + merchandise vendors are open NOW! Apply by July 24th 💫 universitycity.org/baltimore…

Juuuust dropping in with a reminder that a great crop of new businesses are opening in University City this summer! The team dropped by Port Coffee Co. this morning and they did not disappoint! universitycity.org/new-busin…

Seven new pedestrian islands are coming to Chestnut St in West Philly! ✨ We ❤️ street safety ✨Learn more here: universitycity.org/news/addi…

Want to enter for a chance to win either a $50 gift card to a local restaurant or tickets to see Bleachers in Philly this weekend? Fill out our post-Dollar Stroll survey TODAY! surveymonkey.com/r/XPY8CH9

Only in University City can you go from trying a new cafe, to a yoga class, to getting your tennis racket restrung, all before getting mid-day dessert. Check out new businesses coming to the area this summer! universitycity.org/businessg…

The Dollar Stroll returns to Baltimore Avenue this evening as a kick-off to our Summer in University City programming! Enjoy $1, $3, and $5 deals from local businesses, pop-up performances, and much more: universitycity.org/stroll/

The board for @SEPTAPHILLY has approved changes to their bus network. Click below to read how the changes will impact University City: universitycity.org/news/sept…

The weather forecast is looking great for tomorrow's West Philly Porchfest! Read about what to expect at this annual event:  westphillylocal.com/2026/05/……

This past Wednesday, we celebrated the release of our new State of University publication, welcomed our new President & CEO Sarah Steltz, and honored our former leader Matt Bergheiser. Read more: universitycity.org/news/the-…

At a Small Business Breakfast we hosted this morning, local business owner Kashmiera Harris reconnected with reps from @PHLCommerce, who helped her open a second location of her daycare A Secure Future Academy! Kashmiera first heard about the fund at one of our meetups 😊

Last week, members of our Homeless Outreach Services Team (HOST) organized a St. Patrick's Day party for program participants. Read more: universitycity.org/news/on-t…

Our longtime leader Matt Bergheiser will step down at the end of April. Our Board has approved Sarah Steltz as our interim president and has established a Transition Committee to work closely with Matt and Sarah to ensure a seamless leadership transition: universitycity.org/news/univ…

Looking for a way to support your community? Join Sharing Excess for weekly pop-up food distributions every Saturday at Malcolm X Park. The next volunteer opportunity is March 21, from 10:30 AM–1:30 PM. Help reduce food waste & increase access to fresh food🍎

Still searching for last minute Valentine’s Day plans? 💘 Take a peek at our roundup of local events, sweet treats, and feel-good ways to celebrate love in the neighborhood. 💐🍫🎨 universitycity.org/love-loca…

A new chapter for Clark Park is underway! With $1.4 million approved for the playground phase, UCD continues to work with partners at @friendsofclarkpark and @philaparkandrec to support Clark Park as a vital community staple. Read more > bit.ly/3O7lD36 🔗

University City MIX Happy Hour is back with a new location, new food options, and new ways to connect! 🗓️ Thursday, Feb. 26 ⏰ 5:30–7:30 PM 📍 Gather Food Hall & Bulletin Bar 🎶 Optional Music Bingo, 6–8 PM eventbrite.com/e/university-…

If you’ve been to The Lawn at @UCitySquare lately, you may have noticed something familiar 👀🌿 The iconic shade & swing canopies from The Porch have transitioned to The Lawn, marking an exciting next step in the 30th St. Station District Plan. lnkd.in/e48K8rxD