Solstice 2026
- Special Event
- Ticket Required
The Cleveland Museum of Art is proud to announce that Solstice is returning on June 20, 2026. Save the date and stay tuned for more information regarding tickets and the lineup.
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About The Event
Members receive exclusive access to presale tickets beginning on Wednesday, April 22. General admission ticket sales begin on Thursday, April 23. Become a member for a first chance to reserve your presale tickets.
Celebrate long summer days and hot summer nights at the museum’s 15th annual Solstice—a night when art and music come together.
Cirque Flip Fabrique (Canada) kicks off the outdoor main stage entertainment with acrobatics performed on top of a retrofitted school bus. Then, live music sets from Daymé Arocena (Cuba), Son Rompe Pera (Mexico), and Nik West (United States) follow. These three electrifying musical acts showcase African diasporic party music, including Afro-Latin jazz, cumbia, and funk. NicNacc and Eso, two prolific Cleveland-based DJ’s famous for their monthly dance parties, take over the atrium. Projections, light displays, and decorations electrify the museum. The galleries stay open late into the night, and some of them host flash talks presented by museum staff. In addition, guests can experience the CMA’s blockbuster exhibitions, Manet & Morisot and Martin Puryear: Nexus.
NOTE: The CMA closes at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 20, and opens at 12:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 21, due to Solstice. Our south doors are temporarily closed from Thursday, June 18, through Monday, June 22. Please use the main entrance when entering and exiting the building during those days. Provenance Restaurant is closed on Sunday, June 21.
As a safety precaution, visitors pass through a metal detector upon entry to the event. See a complete list of museum policies.
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Featured Visual Artist
9:30 p.m.–12:00 a.m.: Kevin Jackson Projection Mapping
Kevin Jackson is a projection-mapping artist and video designer known for crafting transformative visual narratives that reimagine architecture and performance through large-scale projections. He has over 15 years of experience delivering innovative projection projects for international tours, cultural institutions, and high-profile public showcases, including the Super Bowl. More information about Kevin can be found on his website (opens in a new tab).
Frequently Asked Questions
Museum members may reserve tickets beginning on Wednesday, April 22, at 9:00 a.m.. If tickets are still available after the member presale, the public sale begins on Thursday, April 23, at 9:00 a.m. All tickets are $175. Tickets are only available on the CMA website.
Tickets are nonrefundable. No refunds are issued unless the event is canceled by the venue or if safety concerns prevent the event from taking place. If an event is canceled, tickets are refunded in full. If an event is rescheduled, tickets are honored for the new date. We encourage attendees to stay informed about event updates.
The Cleveland Museum of Art (CMA) only sells tickets directly through its own authorized platforms, including its official website (www.cma.org) and ticket center. The CMA does not partner with any third-party ticketing websites or resellers.
Tickets purchased through unauthorized third parties, online marketplaces, or individuals may be invalid, and the CMA is not responsible for honoring or refunding any such tickets. The museum assumes no liability for losses incurred due to the purchase of fraudulent, duplicated, or otherwise unauthorized tickets.
To guarantee the validity of your ticket and your admission, please purchase directly through the CMA.
The all-inclusive ticket covers admission to see performances by Cirque FLIP Fabrique, Daymé Arocena, Son Rompe Pera, and Nik West. DJ NicNacc and DJ Eso curate and spin an unforgettable evening of mixing, mingling, dancing, and fun. Tickets also cover unlimited food and beverages, including beer, wine, and canned cocktails. Along with the amazing art, great food, and extraordinary entertainment throughout the evening, the museum’s permanent collection galleries are open late into the night as well, with CMA staff providing flash talks in select galleries. Check this page regularly for the updated list of speed-talk topics and schedule.The CMA’s special exhibition halls are open until 9:00 p.m.
Unlimited appetizers, including gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian options, are offered throughout the evening. Admission also includes unlimited beer, wine, and canned cocktails. Check this page regularly for the full menu.
Yes. Solstice is for guests 21 or older. A photo ID must be presented upon entry, and all attendees are required to bring their ticket on paper or digitally.
As many as 5,000 guests may attend this energy-filled night of music and art. This signature summer event is our biggest party of the year.
Parking is available in the CMA garage at a $25 flat rate—the member discount does not apply for this event. Parking is also available at the Cleveland Museum of Natural History. Explore more options at University Circle Inc. Ride-sharing or public transportation is highly recommended as this is expected to be a well-attended event.
Solstice is the party of the year, and guests typically wear fashionable club attire. The CMA does not allow clothing with profanity or images/texts that promote violence. As you dress for the occasion, the CMA would like to remind you that flowers and glitter are not allowed in the galleries.
Solstice takes place on this date, rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather, outdoor performances move to the museum’s Ames Family Atrium. Band set times are subject to change. Please be aware that umbrellas are not permitted inside the event.
Yes, the CMA welcomes people of all abilities all the time, and Solstice is no exception! For more information on accessibility at the museum, please visit the CMA website.
If you are a media member interested in covering Solstice, please contact our media relations staff at mediadesk@clevelandart.org.
For more information about corporate partnership opportunities, please contact Brook Hale, philanthropic advisor for corporate relations, at bhale@clevelandart.org.