27/82 Concert

“27/82” is a fundraising concert to assist in funding various Tampa Bay community organizations. This year's benefit concert promises to be more unique than ever as Alex Newell from Glee will make history headlining the first free and outdoor “27/82" Concert in the private lot at the corner of Central Avenue and 26th Street in St Petersburg. After competing on The Glee Project, Alex was eventually cast as a series regular on Glee. In the role of “Wade ‘Unique’ Adams”, Alex portrayed a male-to-female transgender teenager who expresses her female identity through music and her powerful voice. Alex’s groundbreaking style will surely wow the crowd as St Pete Pride makes history this year with a unique venue when presenting its first open air, free of charge, celebratory concert. In the center of St Petersburg’s Grand Central District where St Pete Pride first gained its roots, attendees will enjoy eclectic music, food, spirits and the outdoor atmospheres for which St Petersburg has long been famous. A mix of various bands and local singers will warm up the crowd as attendees cool down with their choice of Bud Lite and Absolut Vodka beverages. Beverage sales benefit the St Pete Pride Community Grants Program. Also, during the concert Urban Comfort, the Grand Central District’s newest eatery and brewpub, will be dishing up their own, unique style of comfort food. The concert is being presented by St Pete Pride and Sarasota Pride, and the proceeds will go to the St Pete Pride Community Grants Program. This grant program insures that every cent raised will go to Tampa Bay area non-profit groups that are helping build up the Tampa Bay community. To celebrate the event, a special Ultra-Premium VIP package will be offered. You and up to 10 of your friends can enjoy a private sitting area + bar service. It’s the ultimate way to watch “27/82”. The concert is being produced by Girl 2 Girl Productions. Fun Fact: Ever wonder how the name 27/82 Concert came to be? 27/82 is the latitude/longitude of St Pete.