This is our weekly neighborhood hangout space! Use this thread to share your local cheers, vent your minor jeers, or just chat about anything Upper Darby.
If it’s not quite big enough for its own post, it belongs right here. Just remember to keep it neighborly, stay civil, and let's make sure we share the good stuff alongside the grumbles.
🏕️ Summer camps in and around Upper Darby — a quick roundup
Whether your kid is into theatre, sports, art, science, or just needs somewhere fun to be during the day, there are solid options right here in UD and close by.
🎭 Upper Darby Summer Stage — the crown jewel 51 years running and named one of the Top 5 Performing Arts Summer Camps in America by Playbill. 800+ kids ages 9–35, 8 productions, 6 weeks. Programs for performers AND behind-the-scenes kids (tech theatre, costumes, etc.). Note: relocated from UDHS for 2026 — check the site for location details. → udsummerstage.org | 610-814-7270
🏃 YMCA Day Camps at Aronimink Elementary & the UD Kindergarten Center General day camp plus specialty weeks: Art, Dance, Science, Sports, and LIT (leadership camp for older kids). Little Camp for incoming kindergarteners too. Financial assistance available. → cyedc.org/programs/summer-camps | 610-638-1270
💻 DCCC Summer Kids Camps — ages 6–14, Drexel Hill & Media AI design, coding, cooking, art, babysitter training with CPR, Model UN, and more. Runs Mon–Thu, June 15–July 30. 💰 Unemployed caregivers can apply for up to $1,000 toward fees through the Delco Strong Summer Camp Solution. → dccc.edu/course/kids-camps | 610-359-5025
🎵 MusicMan Academy (Upper Darby Arts & Education Foundation) Year-round performing arts education affiliated with Summer Stage. → udfoundation.org/summer
⚽ UD Township Recreation Sports Camps Weekly sports camps for toddlers through teens through the township rec department. → upperdarby.org/departments/Recreation | 610-789-3656
🎢 UD residents get discounted tickets to amusement parks, aquariums, and more — here's how
Upper Darby Township's Discount Ticket Program gets residents access to seriously reduced prices on some great attractions. Here are some highlights:
Buy online (no trip to the township required):
Buy in person at the One Center (100 Garrett Rd, M–F 9am–4:15pm, through Sept. 16):
There's also a "Member Deals" portal with discounts on Disney World, Universal Studios, Cedar Point, Legoland, Broadway shows, movie tickets, and more.
→ Full list of parks and discounts + links: upperdarby.org
Great perk that not enough people know about. Enjoy the summer! ☀️
Well, It's summer again. What are the kids going to do?
🎟️ Did you know your library card gets you into 40+ museums for free?
If you have an Delaware County library card, you can borrow passes to museums, zoos, and gardens — totally free through the Delaware County Libraries MuseumKey program.
We're talking places like the Philadelphia Zoo, art museums, science centers, gardens, and more. There are 40+ venues in the system.
How it works:
The Sellers Memorial branch (76 S. State Rd) and Municipal branch (501 Bywood Ave) both participate.
→ Reserve a pass: delcolibraries.org/museum-passes
Great for families, great for a weekend outing, and free. Pass it on. 🙌
Hey r/upperdarby! Over the next three days I'll be dropping one post a day highlighting some great local resources to make the most of summer — all free or discounted, all right here in UD or close by.
Keep an eye out for the [SUMMERTIME SUGGESTION] tag. See you tomorrow! ☀️
Here is your link to the Upper Darby Events Calendar.
A rezoning amendment would let Rockwell skip the variance fight & put the weight on residents instead. The developer also just settled a federal housing discrimination & sexual harassment case.
One of, if not the oldest, continually standing log cabins in the United States is right here in Upper Darby. Every Sunday through the spring and summer months, from 1-4 PM, a volunteer from The Friends of the Swedish Cabin opens the cabin to visitors. Come down to enjoy the quiet creek-side location. Sometimes, witness the bald eagles travelling up Darby Creek from Tinicum.
This is our weekly neighborhood hangout space! Use this thread to share your local cheers, vent your minor jeers, or just chat about anything Upper Darby.
If it’s not quite big enough for its own post, it belongs right here. Just remember to keep it neighborly, stay civil, and let's make sure we share the good stuff alongside the grumbles.
🚌 Getting around Upper Darby without a car — everything you need to know
Upper Darby is actually one of the best-connected places in the Philly suburbs for car-free living. Here's a breakdown of what's available:
69th Street Transit Center (6901 Market St) is your hub — one of SEPTA's busiest transfer points with ~35,000 riders on a typical weekday. From here you can reach:
(Note: SEPTA rebranded its lines in 2025 — the old "El," Routes 101/102, and CCT Connect have new names but same routes.)
🆓 Free rides if you're 65+
The SEPTA Key Senior Fare Card gives free rides on all buses, trolleys, subway, and El. Apply at SEPTA HQ or call 610-892-9440 ext. 3 (Delaware County processing). Funded by the PA Lottery.
♿ Need a ride to a medical appointment?
MATP (Medical Assistance Transportation Program) — free rides to medical appointments for Medicaid recipients. Covers doctor visits, dental, mental health, pharmacy runs, and more. 📞 610-490-3960 | ctdelco.org
SEPTA Access / Community Transit (DELGO) — paratransit for seniors and people with disabilities. Seniors pay only 15% of the fare (PA Lottery covers the rest). 📞 610-490-3960
Not sure which bus to take? SEPTA's trip planner at septa.org is solid, or drop your start/end point in the comments and someone here will help you figure it out.
More posts coming on housing, health care, and other local resources. 👋
Every time I get a bill, RCN (Astound) turns the knife. I know I can keep hopping around providers and get their "introductory" deal, but I'd rather not play that game every year.
Do you have a provider that handles streaming services and your other home internet needs and has a fixed rate?
I am tempted once a year to start pushing for community broadband in Upper Darby. If you don't know what that is, look it up. Could you imagine paying <$40 flat-rate every month for Gb service? Never worrying about a bump when the introductory period is over?
Honestly so excited and there are so many free events this year!
Waymos have been driving around uCity. This one sped up towards me in a crosswalk. I had to jump out of the street. The "driver" yelled at me as he passed.
Here is your link to the Upper Darby Events Calendar.
June 2, 2026, 5pm - 7:30pm
Naylor's Run Recreation Area: Hunt Tree Nursery
Bringing Neighbors Together to Grow, Share, and Cultivate a Greener Future!
Bring a Plant, Take a Plant. Bring some Seeds, Take some Seeds.
Additionally: The Tree Tenders of Upper Darby will be giving away free plants. No swap required.
WHAT TO KNOW:
Do you have a local event you're excited about this week? Let people know! The more, the merrier, right?
One of, if not the oldest, continually standing log cabins in the United States is right here in Upper Darby. Every Sunday through the spring and summer months, from 1-4 PM, a volunteer from The Friends of the Swedish Cabin opens the cabin to visitors. Come down to enjoy the quiet creek-side location. Sometimes, witness the bald eagles travelling up Darby Creek from Tinicum.
📦 Free & low-cost food resources in Upper Darby — a neighbor's guide
Hey Upper Darby — putting together a list of local food resources because a lot of people don't know these exist. Bookmark this, share it, send it to a neighbor. Please visit the linked websites or call before arriving to confirm you meet the requirements to receive food and for up-to-date distribution times and dates.
Local food pantries:
🛒 Murphy's Giving Market — 7408 W. Chester Pike Choice-style market (you pick what you want). Bring ID and do not arrive before 8:00 AM. Mon 10am–noon (seniors 55+) | Tue 11am–1pm | Sat 10am–noon 📞 610-271-8105 | murphysgivingmarket.org
🥦 Christ Lutheran "Fresh For All" — 7240 Walnut St Fresh veggies, bread, non-perishables Fri 9:30–10:30am | 2nd Thu of the month 4–6pm, timing and availability may change reach out to get up-to-date information: 📞 610-352-1610 | christud.org
🌍 MCFS Food Pantry — 7016 Terminal Square Culturally appropriate foods, great for immigrant families Tuesdays 12–4pm 📞 484-461-8660 | multiculturalcommunityfamilyservices.org
On the fence about whether you qualify? You probably do. Most pantries don't require proof of income — just show up.
SNAP / food stamps: Apply at compass.dhs.pa.gov or call the Delaware County Assistance Office at 610-447-5500. It takes about 30 days, but it can be worth hundreds of dollars a month for a family.
Don't know where to start? Call or text 211 — free, confidential, 24/7, available in 150+ languages. They'll connect you to food help fast.
If you are not in need, consider donating to the pantries listed above.
More resources coming for housing, utilities, health care, and more. Drop a comment if there's something specific you're looking for — happy to help point you in the right direction. 🙌
This is our weekly neighborhood hangout space! Use this thread to share your local cheers, vent your minor jeers, or just chat about anything Upper Darby.
If it’s not quite big enough for its own post, it belongs right here. Just remember to keep it neighborly, stay civil, and let's make sure we share the good stuff alongside the grumbles.
Do you have a local event you're excited about this week? Let people know! The more, the merrier, right?