Summer Time in University City: The Ultimate Guide to Local Fun

Your 2025 Summer Guide to University City, Philadelphia

Staying with us at Cozotel this summer? You picked the perfect time to visit University City! From outdoor movies to live music and neighborhood festivals, there’s something for everyone just steps from your vacation rental.

Catch a Classic: Movies in Clark Park

Enjoy a cozy movie night under the stars at the 2025 Movies in Clark Park series, just a short walk from your vacation rental:

  • August 8: Clueless

  • August 15: Madagascar

  • August 22: Creed

Bring a blanket, your favorite snacks, and your travel crew. It’s the perfect low-key evening.
Where: Clark Park is at 43rd & Baltimore Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19104.


Live Music: Summer Concert Series at The Lawn

Don’t miss the Summer Concert Series at The Lawn at uCity Square. This summer's lineup includes:

  • August 21 at 5 PM: Philly’s own Catbite

Grab a drink at the uCity Square Beer Garden, then kick back and enjoy the music with locals and fellow travelers.
Where: Find it at 37th & Cuthbert Streets.


Baltimore Avenue Dollar Stroll – Local Flavor for Just a Buck

One of our favorite neighborhood events, the Baltimore Avenue Dollar Stroll, returns on September 4, 2025!

From 40th to 51st Street, enjoy $1, $3, and $5 deals from local shops, food vendors, and pop-up artists. There’s also live music, performances, and plenty of good vibes.


Before your stay, be sure to check the University City event calendar for even more local happenings. When you stay at Cozotel, you're right in the heart of it all.

We can’t wait to host you this summer—see you soon in Philly!