University City Partners

08/11/2026

We want your input to guide what comes next in a growing University City!

Following this summer’s approval of the Community Investment Plan, which includes an expanded University City Municipal Service District, one of our top priorities is targeted cleanup and beautification across the expanded district. Your feedback will help us determine where we should get started.

Take our quick survey to tell us which areas should be prioritized and share any specific cleanup or maintenance concerns you’d like us to know about. Your input will help shape the first visible improvements across University City!

Weigh in now: https://share.hsforms.com/24FwtxoPCQne3a-s85x2P2wnpq75

08/07/2026

Heads up, University City! LOOKA THAT FESTIVAL is taking over The Boardwalk at University Place tomorrow (8/8) and it's going to be a great time. Expect extra traffic in and around The Boardwalk.

Viral chef and content creator Bernard Hardison will host inaugural food festival in Charlotte with Mr. Tendernism and LES BBQ.

08/07/2026

Before his internship, Zechariah viewed University City primarily as a college community with a few restaurants and businesses. But after spending the summer meeting local business owners and exploring the area, he discovered a community with its own rich culture, history, and identity.

A History and Spanish major at UNC Charlotte, Zechariah supported UCP’s outreach efforts through a restaurant inventory project. His work took him throughout University City, where he connected directly with the people and places that make this community unique.

Zechariah hopes his contributions will have a lasting impact on the UCP website, and we know his curiosity and thoughtful approach have already made an impact on our team. Thank you for a great summer, Zechariah!

08/07/2026

Raise your glass for International Beer Day!

Today, we’re celebrating our friends at Armored Cow Brewing Co. and there's plenty to toast. The team brought home gold at TWO major beer competitions this year, snagging gold for Raspberry Rush at both the World Beer Cup and U.S. Open Beer Championship. Their brews Met at Midnight, Hell Yeah, and HellFire Club also brought home awards.

University City Food Truck Friday from 5-9 pm is the perfect time to visit The Cow, grab a pint, and enjoy dinner or snacks from Charlotte-area food trucks. Plus, enjoy the company of neighbors, live music, and local vendors over award-winning brews.

Cheers to great beer, great company, and one incredible brewery! 🐄🍺

08/06/2026

What would you like to find at the University City Farmers Market? 🤔

More farmers? Prepared foods? Baked goods? Flowers? Coffee? Handmade products? We want to know what vendors or types of businesses you’d like to see at the market!

Drop your ideas or tag some of your favorite Charlotte vendors in the comments below!

08/06/2026

Kai joined UCP expecting a typical internship experience. Instead, the UNC Charlotte Data Analytics major quickly found himself building and managing databases and feeling like a true member of the team.

Kai shared that he’s proud to be a UCP intern because his work allows him to help strengthen the community where he has spent the past four years attending college. When he isn’t working with data, you might find him exploring University City’s lively and often-overlooked music scene.

Thank you, Kai, for bringing your analytical skills, enthusiasm and community pride to UCP this summer. We’re proud of the impact you’ve made!

08/06/2026

University City keeps growing and another new business could be joining the neighborhood soon!

7 Brew Coffee has submitted plans for a new drive-thru location at 8648 JW Clay Blvd. The proposed development would include an 1,800-square-foot coffee stand with two drive-thru lanes, bringing the fast-growing chain’s wide selection of coffees, teas, smoothies, energy drinks, and more to University City.

The project is still in the planning stages, but we’re excited to see continued investment, development, and more options coming to our community!

Read more from The Charlotte Observer: https://www.charlotteobserver.com/charlottefive/c5-food-drink/article316724065.html

08/05/2026

For Marleny Contreras, this summer was about making connections, creating an impact and never being afraid to start a conversation.

The NC State University Business Administration major supported UCP’s new business prospect intake, helping strengthen our connections with businesses across University City. One of the most valuable lessons she received was to never be afraid to go up and talk to people.

“You never know how you can contribute to their life and make an impact,” she shared.

Marleny said she was proud to be a UCP intern because of our focus on creating meaningful change. We’re equally proud that she leaves the internship knowing she made a positive difference in University City. Thank you for being part of the UCP team, Marleny!

08/05/2026

University City’s small business community is coming together!

Join us for the upcoming UCP Small Business Initiative Networking Event, an evening designed to help local entrepreneurs, business leaders, nonprofit professionals, and community partners make meaningful connections.

📅 Wednesday, August 26
⏰ 5:30-8 p.m.
📍 Armored Cow Brewing Co. (8821 JW Clay Blvd.)

Come share ideas, discover helpful business resources, and build relationships with others invested in University City’s continued growth. Refreshments and giveaways will also be available!

The event is free, but advance registration is required and space is limited. RSVP today: bit.ly/ucpsbi826

08/04/2026

Shopping at the University City Farmers Market is an easy way to support local farmers, bakers, makers, and entrepreneurs!

Each Saturday from May to October, you’ll find anchor vendors like The Farm at Dover Vineyards, Avant's Euneek Bakery, and See Angel Flowers, alongside a rotating lineup of local businesses each week.

Celebrate National Farmers Market Week with us by shopping local this Saturday from 10-2 pm at The Boardwalk at University Place! Plan your visit: univcitymarket.org