If you live in Houston, you are for sure already in celebration mode. 713 Day is coming! If you are visiting H-Town from anywhere else and wonder what it is all about, get ready to join Houstonians on July 13 for an unofficial holiday to celebrate all things H-Town, its culture, vibe and the people who make this city great.
The day is named after the city’s oldest area code, established in 1947, and it was Houston’s only area code until 1996. In recent years, residents got used to celebrating the city on July 13, and 2024 is no exception. There are parties with live music all over town at bars, nightclubs, and restaurants that offer great deals. And don´t miss special markets, concerts, performing arts, festivals and art shows. Come out and celebrate the city's diversity and everything that makes Houston so special!
Saturday, July 13, 2024 – 713 DAY
713 Day at POST Houston - Celebrate the 713 Day at POST: Astros Tailgate Watch Party at POST Market (3-6 p.m.) Join the crowd in cheering on the Houston Astros as they take on this baseball season in an action-packed game. Copa America 2024 Watch Party with Andes Cafe (Third Place - Canada vs Uruguay, 7-9 p.m.). Experience all the excitement on two transparent 16' x 10' LED screens suspended from our ceiling. Come by the Z Atrium for a free Movie Night with the Houston Cinema Arts Society! They'll be showing Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (2024) on a 300-inch projector screen (8:30-10 p.m.). Seating will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Make sure to come early and grab some food/drinks at the Food Hall with local and international cuisine.
713 Day at Miller (8:30 p.m.). Enjoy free concert with Houston Symphony and violinist Blake Pouliot who dazzles in Tchaikovsky’s exuberant Violin Concerto. Decried by critics at its premiere, the concerto has become one of the most cherished pieces of the orchestral repertoire. The program of the night also includes Tchaikovsky’s towering Fifth Symphony.
Photo: Courtesy Latin Restaurant Weeks
Latin Restaurant Weeks (LRW), all over town – Explore the flavors of more than 10 Latin American countries, including Mexico, El Salvador, Ecuador, Dominican Republic, Cuba, Venezuela, and Peru, in dozens of local restaurants, coffee shops, food trucks, and bakeries. Participants of LRW range from higher-end restaurants like The Lymbar and Churrascos Steakhouses to traditional and casual spots, including Taqueria La Perla de Jalisco, Los Ranchitos, and Space City Birria. Beyond restaurants are coffee shops like Segundo Coffee Lab in EaDo, cocktail bars like Aero Cocktail Co, grocers like Henderson & Kane General Store and Guanajuato Supermarket, and healthy choices like Healthy Start Nutrition (photo above) and Gaspachos Mexican Bites. New to LRW this year are Aero Cocktail Co, Backstreet Café, Buena Vista Cuban Cafe, Echoes Cafe, Ema HTX, El Asador, Ferso’s, Gees Mini Pancakes, La Güerita Roasted Corn, Late August, Muerde la Burger, Monchy’s, The Original Ninfa’s Uptown, Peru Gourmet, Pochitos Mariscos y Mas, Urbe, and Teotihuacán. Be sure to ask for their LRW menu when ordering!
Photo by Deen van Meer: Courtesy of The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts
713 Day at The Hobby (8 p.m.). Celebrate the 713 Day with The Lion King! Giraffes strut. Birds swoop. Gazelles leap. The entire Serengeti comes to life as never before. And as the music soars, Pride Rock slowly emerges from the mist. More than 100 million people around the world have experienced the awe-inspiring visual artistry, the unforgettable music, and the uniquely theatrical storytelling of this Broadway spectacular – one of the most breathtaking and beloved productions ever to grace the stage.
713 Day at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston (6 - 9 p.m.). Escape to where it’s always 68 degrees, with all galleries and exhibitions open in a private setting during prime hours. Enjoy a cocktail, chat with curators, hear live music, and spend time up close with your favorite works of art. Entry includes one complimentary drink per admission ticket and access to all exhibitions throughout the entire Museum. Discover extended specials at both Cafe Leonelli and Le Jardinier.
713 Day at Market Square Park. Don't miss out on the 713-Day edition of the We Heart HOU Music Series and immerse yourself in the electrifying sounds of the amazing bands under the Houston sky: Aire Fresco (5:30 - 6:30 p.m.), and EZ Band (7:00 - 9:00 p.m.). Spread a picnic blanket, savor delicious eats from nearby restaurants, and unwind with friends and family as the music fills the air. It's the perfect way to unwind, reconnect, and experience the heart of Houston's vibrant music scene. Over 20 local market vendors will be offering delicious food, refreshing drinks and more!
713 Day at 8th Wonder Brewery. Enjoy live music (2- 8 p.m.) with Donnie Houston, Matt Mejia, Shame On Me, DJ G-Funk, a vendor market curated by Good Market HTX, outdoor activities, cannabis beverages, beer, food trucks, and more! They are also debuting a full bar! You can now enjoy spirits and wine, in addition to cannabis drinks and beer. Free and open to the public.
713 Day at Bayou & Bottle. Houston’s very own day takes center stage at Bayou & Bottle, a chic bourbon bar conceptualized by Chef Richard Sandoval at Four Season Hotel. A special Houston-themed menu will feature a Drunken Pulled Pork Sandwich, Brisket Nachos, and specials on local craft beers. A complimentary shuttle will transport fans to and from the Astros game, while a DJ performance takes place from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m.
713 Day at Xochi. As the Houston Astros play at home on July 13, don't miss this special offer at Xochi by Chef Hugo Ortega. They are offering $11 specials at the bar, patio, and lounge area all day on Astros home game days. The specials include an Astros Margarita and steak, shrimp, duck, and potato taco plates with three tacos per plate. If you can't make it to Xochi on July 13th, visit any day during the season when Houston Astros play at Minute Maid Park.
Saint Arnold Pub Crawl returns to Downtown on Saturday, July 13 (2 - 6 p.m.). Put on your Most Houston gear. They want to see that Hakeem jersey, that Swisahouse chain, that astronaut suit. Rock your rodeo outfit in July. Saint Arnold shirts count, too! There will be prizes to recognize the Most Houston pub crawlers throughout the day. Participating bars: Flying Saucer, McIntyre’s, Underground Hall, Angel, Share, Shay McElroy’s, Little Dipper, and Molly’s Pub. Final stop at 6 p.m.: Market Square Park.
713 Day at King Ranch Texas Kitchen. Celebrate Houston's original area code at their bar and patio! All-day Happy Hour & $7.13 cocktails, including specialty cocktails Rosa's Cantina, Ranch Water, Paloma Rincon, and KR Margarita. Or try hand-crafted bottled cocktails like Bloody Marry, Texas Peach Tea, White Sangria and Red Sangria.
Marmo, a new Italian concept in Houston's Montrose Collective, invites you to celebrate the 713 Day with $7.13 spritzes, which will be available all day long. Go classic with an Aperol Spritz or festive with a Purple Spritz made with Empress Gin!
Get inspired and celebrate everything that makes Houston so special!
Happy 713 Day Houston!
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