ST. LOUIS — Friday, March 13, is an annual day of St. Louis pride. It’s recognized as Pi Day, a celebration of the mathematical constant, for those outside the area. But 3.14 represents a special meaning to St. Louisans, as the number serves as an area code to several communities in the area.
Below is a list of some of the events and deals across the area. For a full list of events, celebrations and specials by local businesses, click here.
314 day market
Travel down Washington avenue to Sophie’s Art Lounge, where you can shop local vendors, enjoy free beer tasting drink and live entertainment.
314 day celebration in Grand Center
Join Nine PBS, Greater St. Louis Inc. and more for a party in the public media commons. Celebrate the people and organizations committed to bettering the city. Free drinks and snacks will be served. Wear your favorite STL merch.
Union Station
Those who want to explore the St. Louis Aquarium and ride the Wheel at Union Station can receive a $3.14 discount on tickets. The offer is valid for in-person purchases and it does not apply to combo ticket packages. Visitors can ride the Carousel for $3.14.
City Museum
Celebrate the museum’s history with a scavenger hunt for a pair of golden heels, honoring the former site of the International Shoe Company. Look for one of 314 pairs hidden about the museum. Winners will receive a special prize. If you don’t have luck finding a pair, visit the 4th floor for a special 314 day art project. Museum admission is required.
Ted Drewes and Stray Rescue of St. Louis
Get a $3.14 micro concrete at Ted Drewes Frozen Custard on Chippewa. The location will also host a pet adoption event beginning at 3:30 p.m. Friday. Ted Drewes will cover Stray Rescue of St. Louis adoption fees from March 14 to 31.
Flamingo Bowling Alley and bar
Rent a pair of bowling shoes and get an alley reservation for only $3.14 at Flamingo bowling on Washington Avenue.
City SC tickets
Buy a fee-free ticket for a March or April CITY SC match online in honor of 314 day. The special offer is only available on Seatgeek until Sunday, March 16.
St. Louis County Library
On Friday, participate in a St. Louis-themed scavenger hunt at the Samuel C. Sachs or Jamestown Bluffs branch. Get a guidebook to local cuisine at the Weber Road or Clark Family branch and rate your favorite restaurants. Wear your love on your sleeve with a button crafted at the Eureka Hills branch or customize a fleur-de-lis. A full list of county library festivities is available here.
St. Louis Symphony Orchestra
Buy a discounted ticket to a Friday and Saturday St. Louis Symphony Orchestra performance. Use code 314DAY for more than 50% off a performance of Schumann.
The Biergarten
The Biergarten at Anheuser-Busch will have all draught beers for $3.14, starting at 3:14 p.m. on Thursday.
Hi-Pointe Drive In
Can’t make it to all your favorite St. Louis eateries? Hi-Pointe Drive In covers most of them in one bite. The St. Lunatic burger is available on Friday. The special cheeseburger includes a pork steak, toasted raviolis, Provel cheese and a Red Hot Riplet topping between thin St. Louis pizza-style buns. And if you’re observing Lent, try the Hook, Line and STLinker catfish sandwich.
Schlafly
Get $3.14 off a pizza at Schlafly Bottleworks on Friday, paired with a $5 pint. The Schlafly Taproom on Locust Street will have food specials including a $12 St. Paul Sandwich.
