St Petersburg, FL venue guide
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Bag policy
All guests and bags are subject to search. Bags larger than 12" x 12", backpacks, packages, briefcases, cameras and recording devices are not allowed, and they cannot be checked. Weapons, including pocket knives, and outside food or drink, including water bottles, are banned.
Entrances
The Mahaffey is on the downtown St. Petersburg waterfront, with its main entrance at 400 First St SE. Guests are asked to arrive at least 45 minutes early. Late arrivals are seated at management's discretion. Smoking is allowed only on the outdoor smoking patio.
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All guests and bags are subject to search. Bags larger than 12" x 12", backpacks, packages, briefcases, cameras and recording devices are not allowed, and they cannot be checked. Weapons, including pocket knives, and outside food or drink, including water bottles, are banned.
Verified Oct 8, 2026Mahaffey Theater — Directions
Wheelchair seats are in Row 20 of Orchestra Sections 1 and 3, and Boxes 12–29 take wheelchairs and scooters; call the box office at 727-892-5721. Accessible restrooms are on both floors. Assistive listening devices are at the lobby concierge desk with photo ID and a deposit. Leashed or harnessed service animals are welcome.
Verified Oct 8, 2026Mahaffey Theater — Accessibility
Policies can change by event. Venue signs, staff, and official event notices are the source of truth at the door.
Getting there
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400 1st Street S, St Petersburg, FL, 33701
The Mahaffey does not publish transit directions. PSTA runs buses in downtown St. Petersburg; check PSTA for routes to the waterfront near 1st St SE.
Verified Oct 8, 2026PSTA — Official Site
Parking
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Official operating notes that apply across events at this venue.
The theater has full-liquor bars and sells light refreshments. Outside food and drink, including water bottles, are not allowed, except for medical needs arranged with staff.
Verified Oct 8, 2026Mahaffey Theater — General Information
Restrooms accessible to wheelchairs and scooters are on both the first and second floors.
Verified Oct 8, 2026Mahaffey Theater — Accessibility
The Mahaffey does not publish merchandise details. Merch, when offered, depends on the production.
Verified Oct 8, 2026Mahaffey Theater — General Information
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