The 2026 Raleigh Medal of Arts Awards will feature presentations and performances honoring extraordinary achievements in the arts. 2026 Medal awardess are Lauren Kennedy Brady, Alec and Georgia Donaldson, Chasta Hamilton, Living in Color Exhibit, Peter Marín, Rafael A. Osuba, Michelle Pearson, Zalman “Zali” Raffael, Seed Art Share, Lizette Cruz Watko. Event Details When: Monday October 19, 2026, 6:00-9 p.m. Where: Stewart Theatre in NC State University's Talley Student Union The pre-show reception with live entertainment begins at 6 p.m., and the awards program starts at 7 p.m. Ticket Details Reserve your ticket on Eventbrite! Tickets are free, general admission, and first come, first served. There is a two-ticket limit per order. Learn more about the 2026 Medal of Arts Ceremony and Awardees Accessibility The Stewart Theatre at Talley Student Union is an accessible venue and information about parking, navigation and more can be found on the venue’s accessibility webpage. ASL interpretation, audio description, captioning, large print materials and quiet space can be provided upon request. For questions or to request accommodations or services, please contact Barbette Hunter (barbette.hunter@raleighnc.gov / 919-996-3610) at least two weeks before the event so we can make every effort to meet your needs. Requests received after this date will be accommodated, when possible, but […]