713 DAY: SUNDAY - MONDAY, JULY 13, 2026

If you find yourself in Houston on July 13th, you’re in luck. Named after the city’s original area code, it’s 713 Day for Houstonians, and it’s a moment to celebrate everything there is to love about the Bayou City. Whether you’ve been here all your life or just stopping by, it’s the perfect time to soak up the culture and witness H-Town pride city-wide. Here’s how to make the most of this unique day!

JULY 11 - 13, 2026

Head to the Houston Zoo this 713 Day weekend for an extra special deal of $7.13 tickets, or upgrade your experience for $35 and snag the limited-edition 713 ballcap. Don’t forget to bring in your unwanted small electronics for a chance to win an original painting created by the Houston Zoo’s cougars, Shasta VII and Louie, or an Attwater’s Prairie Chicken!

 

JULY 12 - 13, 2026

For two days only, take advantage of the Houston Botanic Garden’s best ticket offer of the year. In honor of the city’s unofficial holiday, all daytime admission tickets will be $7.13. Now’s your chance to explore the living museum of tropical, subtropical, and arid plants!

 

JULY 13, 2026

In honor of 713 Day, we invite you to experience a moment of peace at POST, in the heart of Houston. Starting at 7:13PM and led by Houston Healer and Reginald Adams, this community sound meditation is an opportunity to pause, breathe, and reconnect with yourself while celebrating the resilience, diversity, and spirit of our city. Through crystal singing bowls, harmonic instruments, and guided meditation, we'll create a shared space where healing begins within each of us and radiates outward. Be sure to bring your yoga mat or blanket, water bottle, and comfortable clothing.

 

JULY 13, 2026

Celebrate the city with an afternoon and evening filled with all things Houston at Saint Arnold Brewing. Enjoy live DJs with the Houston hits, and live performances spanning mariachi, high-energy jazz, and hip hop. Limited edition shirts, glassware, and stickers will be available, in addition to 713 flash tattoos, and a local market.

 

JULY 13, 2026

Art Crowd at the MFAH presents a special screening of Reality Bites on “713 Day” (July 13), Houston’s unofficial civic holiday. Before the movie, enjoy a Houston-themed cocktail and light bites. Special guest James Glassman, “The Houstorian,” introduces this Houston-centric film, which was directed by Ben Stiller and stars Ethan Hawke and Winona Ryder. Tickets provide one free drink, light bites, music, and the screening of Reality Bites.

 

JULY 13, 2026

Check out the Second Ward’s newest cocktail lounge and live music venue, By The Wayside Bar, to celebrate 713 Day. Sip Houston-themed cocktails, enjoy a live DJ spinning H-Town classics, and soak up the Houston art scene with all new DJ Screw murals by well-known local artists!

 

JULY 13, 2026

In honor of 713 Day, the Cistern will be open and offering visits to Undercurrents by Rafael Lozano-Hemmer and History Tours for $7.13!

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Original Ninfa's on Navigation

 

The Original Ninfa's (Uptown and Navigation) is celebrating H-Town with deals on some of their classics! On July 13, customers are invited to order the Chile Con Queso (Sharp Cheddar and Melting Cheese, Pico De Gallo, Flour Totopos; normally $13) and The Original Ninfarita (Houston’s Most Famous Margarita made with 100% Agave Tequila Blanco; normally $12) for $7.13/each.

Treebeards (all locations) is offering a discount on a southern classic in celebration of 713 Day! Available at all Treebeards locations on July 13, customers are invited to enjoy Red Beans and Rice with Sausage (normally $8; limited 4 per customer) for $7.13. 

Nothing Bundt Cakes (Pasadena, East Downtown, and North Shore) will celebarte 713 Day with a special discount on two fan favorites! Customers can enjoy Nothing Bundt Cakes' premium flavored bundtlets, S’mores & Cinnamon Roll, for $7.13 (normally $7.99) on July 13 only.

Bagel Shop Bakery & New York Deli will treat Houstonians and visitors to a hearty and delicious deal on 713 Day! 1/2 dozen of bagels for $7.13 (Rainbow and French Toast bagels not included in offer). 

Axelrad invites Houstonians to celebrate the city they love with local brews! The Midtown bar and beer garden is offering do $1-off of Houston Draft Beers in honor of 713 Day. Local options include beers by Saint Arnold Brewing Company, Great Heights Brewing Company, Gristworkz, and more. https://www.axelradhouston.com.

 

Bayou Heights Bier Garten

Bayou Heights Bier Garten, photo by Emily Vitek 

 

Bayou Heights Bier Garten invites you to celebrate 713 Day in true H-Town fashion on Monday, July 13! Starting at 3 pm, the Washington Avenue hot spot is honoring the city's iconic area code with a lineup of signature, Houston-inspired  cocktails - all priced at just $7.13 for the occasion. Raise a glass and enjoy Sittin' Sideways, Barrebaby, Lemme Upgrade Ya, Thee Stallion, Bayou Blossom, Regulator, and the Harvey Colada. From 4 pm to 7 pm, attendees can also purchase baked treats from Houston’s own Sweet Roars and liquid enhancers from Mycolean. Walk-ins are welcome. 

Pizaro's Pizza (both locations) is offering a discounted classic for 713 Day during a specific, and themed, timeframe. Available on Sunday, July 12 (Pizaro's is closed on Mondays) customers are invited to place orders of the award-winning Napoletana Margherita Pizza (tomato sauce, housemade mozzarella, extra virgin olive oil, basil; normally $17.50) for the special price of $7.13 between 7 pm and 7:13 pm only. The offer is available for all ordering types (in-person, online, dine-in, phone) with additional toppings costing extra. Delivery is available if minimum amount required met. 

Betelgeuse Betelgeuse, the beloved cocktail bar and gourmet pizza joint by Chris Cusack, is throwing the ultimate Houston celebration in honor of 713 Day. The parties, hosted at both locations on Monday, July 13 from 4 pm to 10 pm, will each offer an action-packed evening complete with food, drinks, live music, merch, free tattoos, and major giveaways. The event is free to the public, with a donation benefiting the Southern Smoke Foundation encouraged when RSVP'ing online. A special one-night-only 713 Day food and drink menu will be available for party goers to enjoy at both locations. Small Cheese (The classic Ironclad cheese pizza with brick cheese and pizza sauce) and Pepperoni (Natural cased pepperoni, pizza sauce, Brick cheese) Ironclad Pizzas will be available for $7.13 each. A cocktail menu of Betelgeuse Betelgeuse classics will also be available for $7.13 each. Finally, guests can keep the party going with BOGO shots for $7.13 with options. Two lucky people win FREE pizza for a year, one winner drawn at each location. View details and get your tickets.

Duck N Bao - Choose from 14 cocktails on the Fun & Relaxed menu section, including the Azalea Margarita, Love At First Sight and Lychee Martini, all available for $7.13 for the day (normally $12).

Hongdae 33 — Order from the Classic Cocktails section of the menu and snag drinks like the Magic Potion, Orange Gummies and Sour Apple Tequila for just $7.13 each (normally $11).

 

HAPPY 713 DAY, H-TOWN!

Looking for more things to do in Houston? Visit the HOUSTON EVENTS CALENDAR and the THINGS TO DO page.

 

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