Houston 713 Day: Eat, Drink, Save in the City

Celebrating 713 Day in Houston: A Guide to the City's Hometown Holiday

Houston’s unofficial hometown holiday, 713 Day, is just around the corner. Named after the city’s original area code, this festive occasion brings together locals and visitors for a day of celebration filled with concerts, parties, food, and drink specials. This year, the event will take place on July 13, with a variety of activities happening across the city. Some restaurants are also contributing to local causes by donating a portion of their proceeds to Texas flood relief efforts.

Here’s a comprehensive guide to where you can celebrate 713 Day in Houston.

Festivals and Events

713 Day with Houston Dynamo at Pitch 25
The Houston Dynamo is hosting a free soccer event at Pitch 25 starting at 10 a.m. Attendees can join a pickup tournament called Cascarita, meet former player Brian Ching, and explore local vendors. The event is open to all ages and offers a fun way to engage with Houston’s sports culture.

713 Day Fest at Wonky Power
This festival runs from noon to 6 p.m. and celebrates Houston’s music scene and small businesses. Local artists such as Different Chris, Steven Curd, and Bowen Thi will perform. Tickets are $7 in advance or $13 at the door.

Lil' Flip & Friends at Karbach Brewing Co.
Houston rapper Lil' Flip is bringing his hometown flair to Karbach Brewing Co. for a free 713 Day show. The event starts at 3 p.m. and features limited-edition 713 Day glassware, along with food and drinks for sale.

713 Day at Axelrad
This free event takes place from 5 to 10 p.m. and features a performance by H-Town hip-hop legend Grimm, plus live Houston-inspired art by Meenr One. Guests can enjoy DJs, local vendors, food, and a full bar.

Bayou Heights Biergarten's 713 FEST
Running from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m., this festival includes DJ sets, flash tattoos, and Houston-themed cocktails. All proceeds from Eureka Heights Buckle Bunny beer sales go to the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund.

Family-Friendly Activities

Houston Zoo
The zoo offers $7.13 admission on July 12 and 13 for 713 Day. Visitors can enjoy food specials, live music, and wildlife presentations. The zoo also encourages guests to recycle small electronics to help protect endangered animals in Africa.

713 Day Block Party at Meow Wolf x Saint Arnold
This all-ages block party takes place from noon to 4 p.m. on Lyons Avenue. It features live performances, a local market, and frozen treats. Limited-edition 713 Day pint glasses and a purple syrup version of Boiler Room Berliner Weisse are available.

713 Car Parade at Kings Best Mall
This family-friendly event starts at 4 p.m. and runs until 9 p.m. It celebrates Houston car culture with customized rides, music, and community pride.

Local Causes

Houston Food Bank Volunteer Shift
The Houston Food Bank hosts its second annual volunteer shift from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Volunteers can participate in a themed work session, followed by a celebration featuring DJ Bloom, photo ops, and a raffle.

713 Day at Houston Humane Society
The event runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and includes DJ Rodawg, giveaways, and St. Arnold's drinks. Guests can also take advantage of discounted pet services and a special BOGO kitten adoption deal.

Food and Drink Specials

Social Junkie's 713 Brunch & Day Party
The venue hosts a 713 Brunch from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., followed by a day party until midnight. Drink specials include a $7 Candy Paint Mule, Cadillac Joe, and Old Fashion, as well as $1 Space City Lemon Drop Shots and $3 Chop & Screwed Slushes.

The Savoy
The Savoy celebrates 713 weekend with mechanical bull riding contests at 7:13 p.m. Friday–Sunday. On July 13, the bar offers $7 cocktails like the Frozen Emancipation and Slab Margarita, plus $13 brunch and dinner specials.

Arnaldo Richards' Picos
Picos offers its famous house shaker margarita for $7.13 all day.

Peachez HTX
Peachez HTX hosts an R&B-themed event from noon to midnight, featuring live music, brunch, and $7.13 signature cocktails and frozen drinks.

Duck N Bao
Duck N Bao offers 14 cocktails from its Fun & Relaxed menu, including the Azalea Margarita, Love At First Sight, and Lychee Martini, all priced at $7.13 for 713 Day.

Hongdae 33
Hongdae 33 offers an all-you-can-eat Korean BBQ feast for $25 at lunch or $36 at dinner, with buy-one-get-one-free beers available all day.

Craft Pita Cookout
Craft Pita hosts a third annual 713 Day cookout with a collaboration featuring James Beard Award winner Thomas Bille and local ice cream shop Milk & Sugar. A portion of proceeds supports disaster relief efforts for food and beverage workers affected by the Kerrville floods.

Fielding's River Oaks
Fielding's River Oaks offers a Happy Hour Brunch with 50% off cocktails, $3 off wine by the glass, and $2 off all beer, alongside their brunch menu served from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Sylvia's Enchilada Kitchen
On 713 Day, Sylvia Casares debuts the Houston Enchilada, available off-menu at both locations for $18.95 during lunch and dinner.

Hungry's
All Hungry's locations offer a complimentary order of hummus with any entrée to celebrate 713 Day and thank the city for 50 years of support.

Hidden Bar at Norigami
The speakeasy-style cocktail bar offers a 713 Day-exclusive cocktail, Side the Sunrises, for $7.13. Hidden Bar is open from 3 p.m. to midnight.

WILD Concepts
Montrose and Heights locations offer two special $7.13 cocktails, Still Sippin and Purple Rain, on July 13. Both spots are open from 8 a.m. to midnight.

Doves Restaurant
Doves Restaurant celebrates 713 Day with an all-day happy hour starting at 11 a.m. Guests are encouraged to wear Astros, Rockets, Texans, or other Houston gear. The menu features Southern cuisine with an Asian twist during brunch and happy hour.

Taste Kitchen + Bar
Taste Kitchen + Bar in Downtown Houston opens at 8 a.m. on 713 Day. The bar offers three special cocktails in custom cups, including Screwed Up Smash, Lavender Rita, and an Astros-themed Screwtown Punch.

Christian's Tailgate
Christian's Tailgate celebrates with a $5 Orbit Shot made with Deep Eddy Peach, Sprite, and a blue sugar rim. Guests can pair the drink with burgers or hot dogs while catching the Astros-Rangers game.