How and where to celebrate Tampa's 813 Day
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It's our time, Tampeños.
- 813 Day is when Tampa tips its hat to itself: for our shops, for our sunsets and for those who never leave and those who always come back.
Why it matters: There are plenty of events and deals around the city to enjoy.
- We've rounded up a few you shouldn't miss.
🎉 Events
👕 Head down to the Unlock Tampa Bay Visitors Center for its "813 Day Bash" at 201 North Franklin Street from 11:30am to 1:30pm, featuring giveaways, cameos from Tampa Bay sports mascots and bites from local restaurants.
- The first 20 people there will receive a free T-shirt.
🎶 Celebrate with a live DJ, local vendors, and a smattering of food and drink options on the Sparkman Wharf lawn from 5 to 8pm.
- Sparkman Wharf will donate $5 (up to $1,000) to the Tampa Theatre for every photo taken in front of the TAMPA sign. Photos must be posted on social media before Aug. 17 to count.
🎥 Visit the Tampa Theatre for a showing of the 1954 film "Creature from the Black Lagoon" at 7:30pm for 813 Day.
- All tickets include the member discount; $3 off and no fees for online purchases. Tickets are $7 when bought online.
😋 Deals:
🍺 The Independent Bar is offering two pretzels with beer cheese tomorrow for $8.13. Guests can redeem at the bar.
🍕 3 Corners Pizza has $8.13 cheese and pepperoni pizzas and $8.13 elderflower mojitos for dine-in guests.
🥂 The Oxford Exchange is serving glasses of Prosecco for $8.13.
🍣 SoHo Sushi is offering its signature Volcano Roll or Crab Rangoon for $8.13 each, redeemable online or in person all day on Aug. 13.
🍷 Willa's is pouring all house wine and zero-proof cocktails for $8.13.