ASC's "Midnight Marathon" Fundraiser to Feature Nearly 50 Area Artists
Midnight Marathon 2025, held at the Mint Museum – Randolph, featured over 50 performers and welcomed an audience of hundreds of Queen City residents.
Check out the recap video and read the announcement from our inaugural year, 2025, below!
CHARLOTTE, NC — Get ready, Queen City: for one night only, the Arts & Science Council (ASC) is set to transform the Mint Museum-Randolph into Charlotte’s cultural hub with the inaugural Midnight Marathon, an electrifying all-night performance art fundraiser happening on Friday, April 11.
This immersive experience will showcase nearly 50 artists across a nonstop cycle of musical, theatrical, comedic, and captivating performances of all genres. Blending dance, music, film, comedy, and improv into a vibrant, festival-style celebration, Midnight Marathon promises seven unforgettable hours of pure creative energy.
“The Midnight Marathon isn’t just a fundraiser; it’s a celebration of Charlotte’s thriving cultural ecosystem, showcasing the talent that makes our city a regional arts powerhouse,” says Adam Santalla-Pierce, ASC President.
Designed as a dedicated celebration of Charlotte’s creative community, the Midnight Marathon brings together artists, art lovers, and community builders in one space for an unforgettable night of connection and discovery. Performers like Dru Billions, Maggie Lowe, Hannah Hasan, Planet Improv, Rasmus, and comedian Jeremy Kinser will take the stage among dozens of other incredible local talents.
Attendees can grab a bite from popular local food trucks, enjoy drinks with their event ticket, and mix and mingle with fellow Queen City locals—all while experiencing the nonstop performances fueling the future of the arts in Charlotte.
“ASC’s Midnight Marathon is a true testament to the power of the arts in building community,” says Sasha Banks, Program Officer for Community Engagement “We’re creating a space where ASC grantees and creative partners can thrive, where audiences can discover new talent, and where we collectively celebrate the impact of arts and culture on our city.”
Help Charlotte-Mecklenburg remain North Carolina’s regional arts powerhouse, and join the movement at ASC’s Midnight Marathon.
Proceeds from the Midnight Marathon will support ASC’s mission to empower artists and strengthen communities across the Charlotte region.
To learn more about Midnight Marathon, visit artsandscience.org/midnight-marathon/
Stay tuned for information about Midnight Marathon 2026!
About ASC
The Arts & Science Council (ASC) is Charlotte-Mecklenburg’s cultural leader, serving as a resource hub, funder, and advocate for arts, science, and history.
A supporting organization of Foundation For The Carolinas, ASC champions local creatives by investing in the arts, sciences, and culture to drive economic growth, community retention, and cultural engagement.
Our mission is to build inclusive, sustainable, and culturally rich communities where creativity drives belonging, growth, and opportunity.
From artist support grants and public art stewardship to free Culture Blocks events and partnerships with local schools and universities, ASC invests in a thriving, accessible creative ecosystem for all.
