Today is 812 Day and  special celebration for Evansville, honoring all the wonderful aspects of our community within the 812 area code. Held on August 12th, the 12th day of the 8th month, this day is all about showcasing civic pride, spreading positivity, and enjoying everything our vibrant city has to offer.

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How to Celebrate 812 Day in Evansville

From volunteering to supporting local businesses, there are countless ways to participate in 812 Day. Here are some exciting ideas to get you started.

Photo Credit MAYOR STEPHANIE TERRY
Photo Credit MAYOR STEPHANIE TERRY
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Move with the Mayor

Get active and join the weekly Move With The Mayor initiative. Enjoy a healthy lifestyle while connecting with your community.

Flag Adoption Ceremony

Kick off 812 Day by joining Mayor Terry and the Evansville Flag Group at the Civic Center at 9:00 AM for the inaugural raising of the new Evansville flag.

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Photo Credit: Photography by Alex Morgan Imaging
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 Shop Local: Support Evansville’s Businesses

Invest in our community by shopping local! Grab the official 812 Day t-shirt from the Downtown Evansville website and sport it during Block-By-Block and other events.

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Show Up & Show Kindness for Local Parks

Explore one of Evansville’s 46 beautiful parks and experience the natural beauty our city has to offer.

Your donation to the Evansville Parks Foundation will be matched dollar for dollar by the Centerpoint Foundation, up to $8,120. This one-day fundraiser is a powerful way to double your impact and help us continue improving our community spaces.

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Spread Kindness with Random Acts

Perform random acts of kindness and share your experiences on social media using the hashtag #812DayEVV. Show the world how you celebrate Evansville through thoughtful gestures and positive actions.

 Block-By-Block: Join the Neighborhood Cleanup Initiative

Help beautify Evansville through Block-By-Block, a program uniting city employees and community organizations for neighborhood cleanups. Activities include trash pickup, lawn care, graffiti removal, minor home improvements, and community outreach. The first cleanup will focus on the Jacobsville neighborhood.

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