University City District, Philadelphia, PA

With its funky vibe and unique spirit, University City is one of Philadelphia's most vibrant and diverse neighborhoods. Located on the west side of downtown Philadelphia, the area is a hotbed of education, science, medicine and research. This dynamic, close-knit community is home to college students, artists, and families who coexist amid world-class universities, dining, nightlife and cultural offerings.

current news


University of Penn Museum: FREE Darwin Day, Sunday, February 11

West Philadelphia Poised for Restaurant Renaissance

Community Education Center/Meeting House Theatre Winter Preview 2007

'University City Dining Days' Heats Up Winter!

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemorative Symposium, Jan. 15-26, 2007

events and attractions


Dirk Powell & Reilly Baugus
Saturday, February 3
Calvary Center for Culture and Community

Jazz in the 1970s: The Whole Story
Wednesday, February 7
Kelly Writers House

Richard Alston Dance Company
Thursday, January 18 through Saturday, January 20
Zellerbach Theater - Annenberg Center

Trio Tarana + Helena Espvall 3
Thursday, January 18
Rotunda

Wine, Women and Klezmer
Sunday, January 28
University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology

XPN Welcomes the Wood Brothers
Wednesday, January 17
World Cafe Live

University City District. Website by Geocentric.  3940-42 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia PA 19104

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