The Petty Experience – LIVE in Gulfport!

2025 Health & Wellness Expo Hosted by the Gulfport Senior Center Foundation and Senior Life Publications October 11th, 2025 10am-2pm at the Maria Center

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COMING EVENTS

April Events

The Petty Experience
Tom Petty Tribute Band
Saturday, April 18
Catherine A. Hickman Theater

May Events

An Unforgettable Evening of
Comedy & Magic
Saturday, May 2
Catherine A. Hickman Theater

Sip, Chat & Paint Love Balloons
with Sudy Westerman
Monday, May 4
Gulfport Senior Center Dining Hall

Being Piaf - written and performed by Eleanora Owen
Saturday, May 23
Catherine A. Hickman Theater

 

This Will Be a Night of Rock & Roll You Won't Forget

Join us for an epic night rockin’ all your favorite Tom Petty hits live by the #1 Tom Petty cover band in the south

🎸 The Petty Experience – Live in Gulfport! 🎸

“American Girl.” “Free Fallin’.” “I Won’t Back Down.”
Tom Petty’s music defined a generation — and on April 18, you’ll feel it LIVE.

Based in St. Petersburg, The Petty Experience is ranked the #1 Tom Petty Tribute Band in the South — and they don’t just play the music… they deliver a full-scale concert experience. No wigs. No standing still. Just world-class musicianship, powerful stagecraft, authentic tour props, guest violin and trumpet artists, and nonstop audience interaction.

With 60+ hits from Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers, Traveling Wilburys, and more, this is more than a tribute. It’s an experience.

🌴 VIP Garden BBQ Party – Doors 5:30 PM

Includes:
• Light BBQ bites & all the fixins (vegetarian option + dessert)
• 1 complimentary drink
• Front-row seating
• Pre-event seat selection

🎟 General Admission

• Cash bar
• Snacks available
• Incredible live show

❤️ Your Ticket Makes an Impact

Proceeds support the Gulfport Senior Center Foundation’s renovation and expansion projects, helping fund critical improvements aligned with the City of Gulfport’s long-term vision for expanded, accessible space for seniors

Be part of the music. Be part of the mission.
🎶 Let’s rock Gulfport — and make a difference doing it.

Get your tickets now — this one will sell out!

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