313 Day, which is lovingly named after the iconic 313 area code, falls on March 13 every year and often features tons of events, specials, giveaways and more to honor and celebrate the Motor City. Here’s a sampling of what’s going on in Detroit on 313 Day in 2026.
What Up Doe? 313 Day
Paint a 16×20 canvas inspired by Detroit in celebration of 313 Day for $40. Bring your own snacks, beer, and wine. Advance registration is required. Ages 16 years and up only. You must be at least 21 years old to consume alcohol in the studio. Painting with a Twist Detroit, 1420 Washington Blvd., Detroit; paintingwithatwist.com.
Free Tours from Distinctively Detroit Tours
Perhaps you want to play tourist on 313 Day. Fortunately, Distinctively Detroit Tours is offering two-hour tours for free starting at 9 a.m., 11:30 a.m., and 2 p.m. The driving tour will include views of the Motown Museum, The Packard Plant, The Heidelberg Project, Eastern Market, The Joe Louis Monument, Michigan Central, Corktown, The Guardian Building, and more. Free, but registration is required at distinctivelydetroit.com. Pickup is at the Fisher Building’s Grand Blvd. entrance, 3011 W Grand Blvd., Detroit.
313 Day at The Station
Michigan Central is hosting a special “Fridays at The Station” event in honor of 313 Day featuring DJs Waajeed and Kamau Baaqi. 6 p.m-10 p.m. $15. Michigan Central, Detroit; michigancentral.com.
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313 Day at Valade
The Detroit River Conservancy is teaming up with Local 4 and Raise the Flag Detroit for this free, all ages event featuring live music, trivia, poetry, interactive art activities, vendors, and more. We Run 313 is also hosting a 3.13-mile run along the Riverfront beginning at p.m. as part of this celebration. Begins at 3:13 p.m. Robert C. Valade Park, 2670 Atwater St., Detroit; detroitriverfront.org.
313 Day at Belle Isle
Belle Isle is going all out for 313 Day and has a whole slate of activities, including extended facility hours for the Belle Isle Aquarium, the Belle Isle Nature Center, and the Dossin Great Lakes Museum. Among the activities scheduled is the 313 Day Detroit House Party featuring DJ Bruce Bailey at the Belle Isle Casino from 6 p.m.-8 p.m. Additionally, there are multiple storytime events in the morning and afternoon at the Belle Isle Aquarium in celebration of National Reading Month. Visitors can also check out Tony WHLGN’s 313 Day Capsule Collection exclusively at the Belle Isle Shop. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. 99 Pleasure Drive, Detroit; belleisleconservancy.org.
Detroit Rock City: Rock ‘n’ Roll Film Screening & Party
Hosted by 94.7 WCSX’s Doni Flynn, the Senate Theater proudly presents a screening of the 1999 cult classic Detroit Rock City. The event will also feature Gingko Records, KISS/Detroit rock-themed trivia, KISS face painting, a costume contest, a Detroit rock set from DJ Adam Stanfel, and more. 6 p.m.-10:30 p.m. $10 general admission or $15 general admission with a Detroit Rock City button. Senate Theater, 6424 Michigan Ave., Detroit; senatetheater.com.
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313 Day Make and Take Crafts
The Main branch of the Detroit Public Library is celebrating 313 Day with this fun, free event for kids of ages to create their own unique “313” design to take home. All supplies will be provided. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Detroit Public Library – Main, 5201 Woodward Ave., Detroit; eventbrite.com.
313 Day Detroit-Inspired Exclusive Sneaker from SNIPES and Adidas/Party at the Garden Theater
SNIPES and adidas have collaborated on an exclusive Detroit-inspired 313 Day SMU sneaker that will launch at SNIPES locations in Detroit on March 13. The 313 Day SMU sneaker retails for $120, and each purchase includes a free gift and VIP access to the “From the Streets” experience. Through the Snipes Reserve App, users can RSVP to a free party hosted by SNIPES at the Garden Theater featuring a performance by Skilla Baby. Garden Theater, 3929 Woodward Ave., Detroit; snipesusa.com.
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313 Day Detroit Trivia
Tocororo in Eastern Market is hosting a special trivia night for 313 Day that will test your knowledge of all things Detroit, from classic Detroit movies and TV moments to Detroit sports and music history and everywhere in between. Free, but registration is appreciated for planning purposes. Tocororo, 1416 E Fisher Service Dr., Detroit; eventbrite.com.
3rd Annual 313 Day Ride
Bring your bike, wear your favorite Detroit gear, and take a ride down the Joe Louis Greenway with other biking enthusiasts in celebration of 313 Day. Registration is free, but you can pay $12.51 to enter to win a pair of multicolor wheel lights in a raffle. Meet up at 5 p.m. at 7241 McDonald, with rollout at 6 p.m.; eventbrite.com.
313 Day with Shinola Hotel
Shinola Hotel is celebrating 313 Day with complimentary champagne in its lobby space, which is known as Detroit’s Living Room, from 4-6 p.m. Following the champagne, guest can enjoy a special DJ set from Shigeto from 6-9 p.m. Shinola Hotel, 1400 Woodward Ave., Detroit; shinolahotel.com.
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313 Day with Mezcal Mexican Restaurant and Mootz Pizzeria + Bar
Both Mezcal Mexican Restaurant and Mootz Pizzeria + Bar will be offering food specials in celebration of 313 Day. At Mezcal, they’re serving up their premium margarita for $13.13. Guests can choose tequila (Padrecito) or mezcal (Banhez), with optional flavor shots (strawberry, mango or passion fruit) for an additional $3.13. Over at Mootz, get a slice of pizza for $3.13. (Limit of two slices per customer.) Mezcal Mexican Restaurant, 51 W. Forest Ave., Detroit; mezcaldetroit.com. Mootz Pizzeria + Bar, 1230 Library St., Detroit; mootzpizzeria.com.
$3.13 Food & Drink Specials at The Brakeman and Penny Red’s
Raise a glass to the D with select local drafts for $3.13 all day at The Brakeman! The celebration heats up with local DJ Lamchop spinning from 10 p.m. until 2 a.m. Fuel up at Penny Red’s with signature farmstand sides—like Mac & Cheese, Honey Butter Biscuits and more—for just $3.13 in store on 313 Day. The Brakeman, 22 John R St., Detroit; thebrakemandetroit.com. Penny Red’s, 1445 Farmer St., Detroit; pennyreds.com.
313 Day at My Big Fat Shawarma
Guests who purchase a build-your-own Shawarma bowl or wrap, can get a second bowl or wrap for just $3.13. The one-day deal will also be available during normal business hours at the fast-casual restaurant’s Warren and West Bloomfield locations. My Big Fat Shawarma, 4704 Anthony Wayne Dr., Detroit; mybigfatshawarma.com.
313 Happy Hour at Gilly’s Clubhouse
This 313 Day, Gilly’s is launching a 313 Happy Hour that celebrates the city through its most iconic flavors—coney dogs, Faygo, Better Made chips, and more—while debuting official Pistons watch parties. Happy hour specials include Mini Coney Dogs ($3.13/ea), $7 Two-Hearted Draft, $5 Short’s Local Light. The jam-packed evening includes a live DJ and a brand pop-up with Detroit is Not Dead and De Basement from 5-8 p.m. Gilly Clubhouse, 1550 Woodward Ave., Detroit; gillysdetroit.com.
This post has been updated for 2026.
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