Duke Energy Center for the Arts - Mahaffey Theater Celebrates 60 Years With Rock Legends Cheap Trick

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - April 29, 2025 - PRLog -- The Duke Energy Center for the Arts – Mahaffey Theater is turning 60, and we're celebrating in style! Join us Saturday, May 3rd, 2025, for a rock 'n' roll birthday bash featuring legendary band Cheap Trick, live in concert at 8:00 PM.

For six decades, the Mahaffey Theater has stood as a cultural landmark in downtown St. Petersburg. It hosts world-class performances, fosters youth education through the arts, and enriches the community with more than 250,000 patrons annually. As we mark this milestone, we invite the community to celebrate the past, present, and future of the Mahaffey.

All ticket holders are invited to a pre-show Anniversary Party starting at 6:00 PM to kick off the celebration. Come early and party with 98.7 The Shark, enjoy drink specials, live music, and a chance to win front row tickets! Doors open at 5:30 PM.

About the Headliner: Cheap Trick
Currently gearing up for their 50th anniversary, Cheap Trick is a powerhouse rock institution with a legendary career spanning decades. Known for hits like "I Want You To Want Me," "Surrender," "Dream Police," and "The Flame," the band has sold more than 20 million records worldwide and earned over 40 international Gold and Platinum certifications. With their signature blend of catchy hooks and edgy riffs, Cheap Trick continues to electrify audiences around the globe.

"I have had the pleasure of working with Cheap Trick for years, and having them return to headline our 60th Anniversary Celebration is incredibly special," said Bill Edwards, CEO and President of the Bill Edwards Foundation for the Arts. "It's a full-circle moment to  welcome these Rock & Roll Hall of Famers to the Mahaffey stage as we celebrate six  decades of world-class entertainment. They're the perfect band to help us mark this milestone in true rock 'n' roll style."

Tickets are available via Ticketmaster or the Mahaffey Box Office at (727) 300-2000.

All guests must have a ticket to the Cheap Trick concert to attend the 60th Anniversary Celebration.

Don't miss this once-in-a-decade celebration—rock out with a legendary band and raise a glass to 60 years of unforgettable performances at the Mahaffey Theater!

Stay connected with us at BillEdwardsFoundationfortheArts.org and on social media @mahaffeytheater on Instagram