The Capitol Theatre and the Village of Port Chester, NY are honoring founding Grateful Dead bassist Phil Lesh with a lasting tribute.

On March 14, 2025, in celebration of Lesh’s 85th birthday on March 15, the corner of Westchester Avenue and Broad Street - right outside the historic venue - will officially be renamed Phil Lesh Lane. Broad Street holds special significance as home to The Cap’s “Door 12” stage door – the very entrance Lesh used for 106 performances since 2012 and the spot where his tour bus was regularly parked.

“Phil was like a father to the Capitol, and performed there more times than any other musician in the theater’s history. We are thrilled that he will now be with us, on the same street, for every show the theater has moving forward, forever.” - Peter Shapiro

The official street dedication ceremony will take place on March 14 at 4:00pm kicking off a four-night celebration at The Capitol Theatre, featuring Lesh’s son, Grahame Lesh alongside an all-star lineup. Support during the four-show run includes Rick Mitarotonda, Eric Krasno, Oteil Burbridge, Jason Crosby, John Molo, Jennifer Hartswick, Jackie Greene, Larry Campbell & Teresa Williams, Steve Molitz, Warren Haynes, Jimmy Herring, and Rob Barraco.

As a founding member of the Grateful Dead, Lesh played a pivotal role in shaping Port Chester’s musical and cultural legacy. The band’s 18 legendary shows at The Capitol Theatre between 1970 and 1971 remain a defining moment in the venue’s history, with recordings treasured by fans worldwide. Since The Capitol Theatre’s reopening in 2012, Lesh has since returned for 106 shows, drawing hundreds of thousands of fans to Port Chester and fueling the local economy.

"The Lesh Family is so honored that the many magical nights that Phil spent at The Cap will be commemorated with Phil Lesh Lane. Phil loved The Cap and the entire community that came to his shows here, and our whole family will always feel the love that reflected back to him and all of us. It is extra special for this commemoration to happen on his 85th Birthday weekend, as we all spent so many of his birthdays with Deadheads who traveled from near and far to celebrate with him and our family." - Grahame Lesh

Lesh’s deep ties to the village have been recognized over the years, : receiving the Key to Port Chester and being named an Honorary Firefighter by the Port Chester Volunteer Fire Department. Now, with Phil Lesh Lane, the community is solidifying his legacy with a permanent landmark.