Midnight Marathon 2026
Witness Charlotte’s creativity take center stage at the Arts & Science Council’s second annual Midnight Marathon, a seven-hour, one-night-only showcase unfolding inside the historic Carolina Theatre at Belk Place on Friday, April 17th, 2026.
This showcase-style fundraiser is a celebration of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg region’s creative ecosystem, and proceeds go towards advancing ASC’s mission of making that ecosystem even inclusive, sustainable, and culturally-rich.
Presented in partnership with Charlotte SHOUT!, Midnight Marathon 2026 will feature performers such as Rumbao Latin Dance, Planet Improv, Charlotte-based rapper Myrts Son, musicians including Tom Billotto and Walter Boston, readings from local poets such as Hannah Hasan and Shane Manier, and more!
Midnight Marathon 2026:
Location: the Carolina Theatre at Belk Place
Date: Friday, April 17th – One Night Only! 
Duration: A 7-hour nonstop cultural experience, with event access available 4pm-Midnight.
Ticket Information:
Ticket Type | Early Bird Presale price (Available: 3/4 – 3/12) | Regular price (Available: 3/13) |
Act I Ticket (4-8pm) | $35 | $40 |
Act II Ticket (9pm-Midnight) | $35 | $40 |
Full Event Pass | $50 | $75 |
VIP Full Event Pass | $75 | $100 |
A VIP Full Event Pass guarantees premium select seating. Click here to view a seating map of the Carolina Theatre.
Secure Your Spot — click here to purchase your ticket!
Whether you’re an artist, an art lover, or a community builder, ASC’s Midnight Marathon is your invitation to experience the limitless power of creativity — all in one night, and all in one place!