April 12 is a special day for the Steel City.
412 Day is a nod to the Pittsburgh area code, and it gives Yinzers a chance to celebrate the city and its traditions.
The area code was first born in 1947, but the current 412 footprint was established in 1998 — including Pittsburgh and other surrounding Allegheny County communities.
412 Day was made an official holiday in 2018 when former Mayor Bill Peduto issued a proclamation in partnership with Shop 412, a Pittsburgh-themed retailer.
Happy #412Day, #Pittsburgh! We made it official in 2018 with a special Proclamation by Mayor @billpeduto in partnership with @Shop412.
What do you love about our great city & region? pic.twitter.com/nBRQHHV1dA
— City of Pittsburgh (@Pittsburgh) April 12, 2019
Now, the social media hashtag #412Day garners enthusiastic posts every year about the day and its meaning to the Pittsburgh community.
Happy 412 Day, #Pittsburgh!
Let’s take a moment to appreciate the rich history and the vibrant culture of the Steel City. Whether you’re a lifelong #Yinzer or a Pittsburgh convert, let’s toast to the 412 with an Iron City or glass of Turner’s Iced Tea. pic.twitter.com/jMDD3Cw0Cf
— City of Pittsburgh (@Pittsburgh) April 12, 2024
Happy #412Day yinz guys.
Our city of #Pittsburgh goes by many names. The Steel City. The 'Burgh. City of Champions. But most importantly, to me, it's home. I'm fortunate to live here and even more fortunate enough to be able to capture it and share it nearly every day. pic.twitter.com/ppGtzJIV2u
— Dave DiCello (@DaveDiCello) April 12, 2024
Happy 412 Day, Pittsburgh ????????
????: @DaveDiCello#DowntownPittsburgh #PGH #412day pic.twitter.com/zf4k1eDkgR
— Downtown Pittsburgh (@DowntownPitt) April 12, 2024
???? ???? Happy 412 Day! Join the celebration by enjoying this video featuring one of Pittsburgh's most iconic events, Picklesburgh! https://t.co/a8zX01Tesc
— University of Pittsburgh (@PittTweet) April 12, 2024
Happy #412Day yinz ???????? pic.twitter.com/glaUezozAg
— Eat'n Park (@EatnPark) April 12, 2024
Proud to call it home. Happy #412Day! ???????? pic.twitter.com/LOvnxseXF3
— Duquesne University (@duqedu) April 12, 2024
A lot of folks celebrate #412Day with one of our sandwiches. Yinz should come dahn for one too. #SeeWhatWeDidThere #PittsburghPrahd #412 #Pittsburgh pic.twitter.com/QkHHTFVgdE
— Primanti Bros (@primantibros) April 12, 2024
Nestled in the heart of Pittsburgh's East End, #ChathamU wishes you a happy #412Day! ???? ???? pic.twitter.com/4ww9rOqknb
— Chatham University (@ChathamU) April 12, 2024
We hope yinz have a happy #412Day in the greatest city in the world ????
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— Point Park University (@PointParkU) April 12, 2024
Pittsburgh’s professional and collegiate sports teams — which are pillars to the city’s culture — chimed in for the holiday as well.
Our city. Our home. Happy #412Day ???????? pic.twitter.com/8OThx0CjDc
— Pittsburgh Steelers (@steelers) April 12, 2024
Happy #412Day to the greatest city on Earth ???? pic.twitter.com/ZFMEjZ0P1b
— Pittsburgh Pirates (@Pirates) April 12, 2024
Home sweet home ????
Happy #412Day, Pittsburgh! pic.twitter.com/D2Rw5J1Sy7
— Duquesne Athletics (@GoDuquesne) April 12, 2024
Happy #412 day, Pitt fam! pic.twitter.com/yeUf3Uyact
— Pitt Volleyball (@Pitt_VB) April 12, 2024
Happy 412 Day! Sending Pittsburgh spirit from Daytona!???????? pic.twitter.com/rE2ioy7S2q
— The Pitt Dance Team (@Pitt_DT) April 12, 2024
Some Pittsburgh area retailers and attractions said they’re offering deals and discounts to celebrate.
Save 10% on Everything in the Pittsburgh Collection for 412 Day! Today only, everything in the Museum Shop’s Pittsburgh collection is 10% off in honor of 412 Day! https://t.co/PbOHIlWjgj
— Heinz History Center (@HistoryCenter) April 12, 2024
We're celebrating 412 Day with 2️⃣5️⃣% off Pro Shop Exclusives ‼️
— Steelers Pro Shop (@SteelersShop) April 12, 2024
HAPPY 412 DAY! ????????
To celebrate the beautiful city we live in, we've got a limited-time 412 day ticket offer! ????
Secure your spot for Throwback Night on 4/27 with these throwback prices! ???? https://t.co/NumJxGVooL pic.twitter.com/VluSPM3zXN
— Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC (@RiverhoundsSC) April 12, 2024
Our Opening Sale has leveled up for 412 Day!
???? Save up to 50% (YES, 50%!) on tickets and passes now: https://t.co/dqO1gUCIo4Get the lowest price of the season today, check out what’s new starting next Saturday with the return of good old fashioned Kennywood memories! ???? pic.twitter.com/VuVulTpRmQ
— Kennywood (@Kenny_Kangaroo) April 12, 2024
⚫️ 412 DAY GIVEAWAY ????
We're going to give an Andrew McCutchen autographed jersey to someone who reposts this post and follows us! pic.twitter.com/aOTnIRruWv
— Total Sports Enterprises (@TotalSportsEnt) April 12, 2024
Happy 412 Day! Some of this weeks Deals ! pic.twitter.com/aSMlX5US5E
— Definitely You (@defyoupitt) April 12, 2024
People and organizations from around Pennsylvania even sent Yinzers well wishes for 412 Day.
412 → PSU????
Happy #412Day to all our Penn Staters from The 'Burgh#WeAre pic.twitter.com/GQZTehoTOY
— Penn State Football (@PennStateFball) April 12, 2024
Happy 412 Day! pic.twitter.com/Te3hTKz56L
— State Rep. Dan Frankel (@RepDanFrankel) April 12, 2024
Megan Swift is a TribLive reporter covering trending news in Western Pennsylvania. A Murrysville native, she joined the Trib full time in 2023 after serving as editor-in-chief of The Daily Collegian at Penn State. She previously worked as a Jim Borden Scholarship intern at the Trib for three summers. She can be reached at mswift@triblive.com.
