Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts is a performing arts center in Raleigh, in North Carolina's Triangle, home of Carolina Ballet; NC Opera; NC Symphony; PineCone. Next on our calendar: Carolina Ballet: The Nutcracker, December 10. Box office, parking, bag and accessibility details below were read from the venue’s own site on October 27, 2026.
- TypePerforming Arts CenterNot published
- Upcoming9live from our calendar
- WhereRaleighWake County, Triangle
- TicketsTicketmasterofficial seller below
Coming Up at Martin Marietta Center for The Performing Arts
| Event | When | Where | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carolina Ballet: The Nutcracker | Dec 10-24 | Raleigh · Triangle | See event page |
| Shen Yun | Jan 23-24 (Showtimes not published on this page on the list) | Raleigh · Triangle | See event page |
| Carolina Ballet: Giselle | Feb 4-14 (Showtimes not published on this page on the list) | Raleigh · Triangle | See event page |
| NC Opera: Turandot | Feb 5-7 (Showtimes not published on this page on the list) | Raleigh · Triangle | See event page |
| NC Symphony: Dancing in the Street, The Music of Motown | Feb 12-13 (Showtimes not published on this page on the list) | Raleigh · Triangle | See event page |
| Taylor Tomlinson | Feb 20-21 (Showtimes not published on this page on the list) | Raleigh · Triangle | See event page |
| NC Symphony: Beethoven Symphony No. 9 | Feb 26-27 (Showtimes not published on this page on the list) | Raleigh · Triangle | See event page |
| Carolina Ballet: The Little Mermaid | Mar 4-21 (Showtimes not published on this page on the list) | Raleigh · Triangle | See event page |
| NC Symphony: Totally 80s | Mar 12-13 (Showtimes not published on this page on the list) | Raleigh · Triangle | See event page |
From our checked events calendar, matched by venue name and town; times and tickets are on each organizer’s page.
Also see Triangle events.
About Martin Marietta Center for The Performing Arts
City of Raleigh downtown performing arts complex with Raleigh Memorial Auditorium, Meymandi Concert Hall and A.J. Fletcher Opera Theater, home to the NC Symphony, NC Opera, Carolina Ballet and PineCone.
Home of: Carolina Ballet; NC Opera; NC Symphony; PineCone
Tickets and Box Office
- Official tickets: Ticketmaster.com online; box office in person.
- Box office: Mon-Fri 10 AM-2 PM; 2 East South Street, directly in front of Raleigh Memorial Auditorium; 919-996-8700.
- Phone: 919-996-8700
Parking
Guests strongly encouraged to use the parking decks along Wilmington Street (deck names on a map image only). No rates published. The two lots directly in front of the center closed permanently. Accessible spaces in the Performing Arts Center deck and marked downtown decks. Drop-off lane on Lichtin Plaza (vehicles entering from South Street must turn right).
Bag Policy
All bags subject to search; maximum 12 x 12 x 10 (includes backpacks, camera bags, oversized purses); clear bags not required. Small clutch or wallet recommended. Diaper bags (child present) and medically necessary bags allowed after search and tagging. Non-approved bags must go back to the vehicle; no bag check. Applies to all events including private ones. Metal detector screening for all guests.
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces in every venue with up to three companion seats. Accessible parking and elevator access to some balcony levels. Free KultureCity sensory bags from box offices. Limited courtesy wheelchairs (driver's license). ASL interpreters on request 2-3 weeks ahead (email); free assistive listening devices; audio description through Arts Access (two weeks ahead). Accessible filter on Ticketmaster. Mamava lactation pod in Meymandi Concert Hall lobby. Service animals welcome. Contact: pacfrontofhouse@raleighnc.gov.
Directions and Contact
- Address: 2 East South Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
- Map point: 35.77211,-78.63945, from the US Census geocoder on the official address. Directions in Google Maps
- Official site: martinmariettacenter.com
Near Martin Marietta Center for The Performing Arts
- 1Marbles Kids MuseumMuseumsunder 1 mi
- 2North Carolina Museum of Natural SciencesMuseumsunder 1 mi
- 3Lenovo CenterArenaabout 5 mi
- 4Koka Booth AmphitheatreAmphitheatreabout 9 mi
- 5William B. Umstead State ParkState Parkabout 10 mi
- 6Falls Lake State Recreation AreaState Recreation Areaabout 17 mi
Straight-line distances between map points, not driving miles. Dots sit in their true compass direction; distance is stretched near the middle so close neighbors stay readable.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find out what is on at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts?
The Upcoming list on this page shows dates from our checked North Carolina events calendar that name this venue; it updates daily. The venue’s own site (martinmariettacenter.com) lists every show.
Where do I park for Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts?
Guests strongly encouraged to use the parking decks along Wilmington Street (deck names on a map image only). No rates published. The two lots directly in front of the center closed permanently. Accessible spaces in the Performing Arts Center deck and marked downtown decks. Drop-off lane on Lichtin Plaza (vehicles entering from South Street must turn right).
What bags can I bring into Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts?
All bags subject to search; maximum 12 x 12 x 10 (includes backpacks, camera bags, oversized purses); clear bags not required. Small clutch or wallet recommended. Diaper bags (child present) and medically necessary bags allowed after search and tagging. Non-approved bags must go back to the vehicle; no bag check. Applies to all events including private ones. Metal detector screening for all guests.
What We Could Not Verify
- Seating capacity of Raleigh Memorial Auditorium, Meymandi Concert Hall and Fletcher Opera Theater not published on the pages read.
- Parking rates and deck names not published as text (map image only).
- County (Wake) is not stated on the official page; we added it ourselves and have not confirmed it with the venue.
- Event times and ticket prices are set per show; confirm on the official ticket page.
Sources
- Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts: official site (read 2026-10-27)
- Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts: box office (read 2026-10-27)
- Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts: parking (read 2026-10-27)
- OpenStreetMap (map point)
Last checked October 27, 2026 by the It’s North Carolina editor. Spot something out of date? Tell us.
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