June 2 is 602 Day in Phoenix!

Join the Phoenix community as it celebrates 602 Day on Monday, June 2, 2025. Annually, the City of Phoenix partners with local businesses and organizations to offer special discounts and deals, and host events and activities that promote community spirit and honor 602 as the City's most historically significant area code.

How to Participate as a Business

From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, there's no shortage of reasons to love Phoenix.

As a business owner in Phoenix, you're the heart and soul of the 602! Whether it's offering discounts for $6.02, hosting 602 Day-themed events, or just spreading the love for your community on social media, show why the 602 is the place to be.

Get involved by submitting a 602 Day Business Participation Form. The submission deadline has been extended to Wednesday, April 30 at 11:59 p.m.

How to Join the Fun as a Community Member

Phoenix boasts a diverse culture, thriving foodie scene and one-of-a-kind art spaces. As 602 Day approaches, local businesses and organizations will help the community celebrate by offering discounts, special promotions and other festivities. Gather your family and friends and find your favorite way to join the fun. Here's a list of what Phoenix has to offer!

Participating businesses and events will be viewable on a mobile-friendly map and list that will be published on this page closer to the event date. Please check back for updates.

What is Area Code Day?

Area Code Day is celebrated in communities around the country, as cities embrace their local flare and uniqueness on the calendar date that corresponds with their local area code.

Area Code Day generally involves local businesses offering discounts, special promotions, concerts and cultural events that highlight local food and art. The celebrations typically originate between residents and businesses, with the support of local government and non-profits.

Why 602?

In 1947, the American Telephone and Telegraph Company (AT&T) established the original list of North American area codes, with a goal of speeding the connecting times for long-distance calling.

602 was the original area code for all of Arizona and in 1995 it was split, with 602 serving the Phoenix metro area and the new 520 serving the remainder of the state. In 1999, 602 was split again to create area codes 480 and 623 for the east and west Valley, respectively.

As the population in the metro area has grown exponentially in recent decades, Arizona now has five area codes: 602, 520, 480, 623 and 928. Despite the changes and additions, Phoenix remains the home of 602.

Questions and media inquiries related to 602 Day, or requests for a brand kit and logo, can be sent to 602Day@phoenix.gov.