Evening to Shine

All guests require a ticket, regardless of age. Children under 2 free - but must pick up in person. Children must be able to sit quietly in their own seat without disturbing other guests.
Durham Public Schools (DPS) and the Durham Public Schools Foundation will be co-hosting An Evening to Shine, formerly known as An Evening of Entertainment, on February 24, 2026, at DPAC to showcase our district?s performing arts students and successes and raise money for college scholarships. As in years past, hundreds of choral and dance students representing all of the district?s schools will perform. Proceeds from An Evening to Shine support the Durham Promise Scholarship Fund, a community-funded scholarship program administered by DPS Foundation. The Fund operates based on the belief that every DPS student deserves an equitable, debt-free college education.

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Location: The Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina Ticket Center at DPAC Hours: Open 3 hours prior to each performance

More Than 3,000 Parking Spaces Just Minutes From Our Doors Convenient parking is easy with four parking decks surrounding DPAC. In total there are more than 3,000 spaces within .10 to .25 mile walking distance from the theater. For guests with mobility impairments or guests uncomfortable walking from our nearby parking areas, DPAC has a new expanded Courtesy Shuttle from the American Tobacco East Deck. Guests who wish to use the East Deck Courtesy Shuttle should request second-level parking from the parking attendant in the East Deck. Once parked, take the elevator down and follow signs to the Shuttle Stop. DPACs Most Popular Parking Options 1. American Tobacco North Deck , 305 West Pettigrew, Durham, NC 27701 2. Corcoran Street Parking Deck, 101 Corcoran Street , Durham , NC 27701 3. American Tobacco East Deck, 250 South Mangum Street, Durham, NC 27701 4. American Tobacco South Deck, 705 Willard Street, Durham, NC 27701

- Wheelchair accessible seating on multiple levels
- Companion seats available
- Assistive listening devices provided
- Call box office for specific accommodations

NO Video Cameras/Recording devices allowed, this includes still cameras Smoking is NOT permitted

All guests require a ticket, regardless of age. Children under the age of 6 are not allowed at most DPAC performances including Broadway, Concerts and Comedy shows. Children must be able to sit quietly in their own seat without disturbing other guests. Some shows make further age appropriate recommendations, and DPAC will provide those on its website; however, parental discretion is always advised, and judgment of the content for each show should be made on an individual basis prior to purchase. This policy does not include special kids shows such as Disney Live, Wild Kratts and Peppa Pig.