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MCA’s Block Party 2026: Small Works, Big Impact. Marion Cultural Alliance (MCA) invites you to join us for our fifth annual Block PARTy on Broadway fundraiser at the Brick City Center for the Arts — a vibrant celebration of creativity, community, and the powerful impact of the arts. This year’s theme is Small Works. Big Impact., highlights how 12x12” artworks can spark inspiration, fuel opportunity, and strengthen our cultural community. The exhibit will be on view from Friday, May 1 through Thursday, May 21, 2026, featuring original artwork created and generously donated by national, regional, and local artists, designers, local celebrities, students, and emerging creatives. Each art block may be small in scale — but together, they create a bold and dynamic showcase of artistic expression. More importantly, each piece represents an investment in MCA’s mission. Funds raised directly support cultural grants, exhibitions, arts education initiatives, artist opportunities, and year-round cultural programming that enrich Marion County. The exhibit kicks off with a free and open-to-the-public Opening & Awards Reception on Friday, May 1, 2026 from 5–7 p.m. This event is free and open to the general public. Guests are invited to purchase tickets for the highly anticipated Block PARTy VIP Drawing Event, taking place on Thursday, May 21, 2026 from 5–7 p.m. •One ticket: $50 (non-MCA members are $55) •Two tickets: $90 (non-members are $100) •Three tickets: $135 (non-members are $150) ONE TICKET = ONE ORIGINAL PAINTING! Purchase your ticket(s) here: https://onecau.se/_feqbh1 Each ticket includes VIP access to the drawing event, hors d’oeuvres, libations, interactive experiences, and one entry into the official drawing. During the live drawing, tickets will be pulled at random, and guests will select their artwork in the order their names are called. By the end of the evening, every ticket holder will leave with an original 12x12” work of art — a small piece with a lasting impact. Remaining blocks will be available for purchase at $75 each following the drawing. Block PARTy is more than an art exhibit — it is a collective statement about the power of creativity. Small works. Big impact. One unforgettable night supporting the future of the arts in our community. For more details and to purchase your tickets, visit: https://my.onecause.com/event/organizations/27cf9aba-50a7-42bd-a164-adc098315002/events/vevt:522c863a-ba8f-4576-a4b0-5580c1d4506f/home/story