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About The Line Dance Marathon

May 28 - May 31, 2026

Your Event Directors, Jean Garr and Scott Blevins, would like to invite you to attend the longest running all Line Dance event, now in its third decade! The Line Dance Marathon has been on the must attend list for event dancers from all over the world for many years. Scott and Jean are dedicated to providing the best dance experience possible.

Whether you are a seasoned event attendee or a first timer, beginning or advanced dancer, or anywhere in between… we want The Line Dance Marathon to be THE dance event for you

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May 28 - May 31, 2026

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Main Hotel

Sheraton Imperial Hotel Raleigh-Durham Airport

at Research Triangle Park

4700 Emperor Blvd, Durham, NC 27703

Call: (919) 941-5050

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The hotel is minutes away from Raleigh – Durham International Airport (RDU), which serves most major airlines with domestic and international flights. The Sheraton Imperial provides complimentary scheduled shuttle service to and from the airport for our guests.

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SpringHill Suites Raleigh-Durham

Airport/Research Triangle Park

920 Slater Road, Durham, NC 27703

Call: (919) 998-9500

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Springhill Suites by Marriott is located less than a 5 minute walk across the Sheraton Imperial parking lot, or take the hotel shuttle between the two hotels anytime 24 hours a day. The room rate is the same at $147 per room, per night, plus tax and includes breakfast as well as free shuttle to and from the airport.

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Fairfield Inn & Suites Raleigh-Durham

Airport/Research Triangle Park

2750 Slater Road Morrisville, NC 27560

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Fairfield Inn and Suites is located 1.5 miles from the event’s host hotel. There will be shuttle service between the two hotels available anytime 24 hours a day for the duration of the event. The room rate is the same at $147 per room, per night, plus tax and includes breakfast as well as free shuttle to and from the airport.

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Scott Blevins
3 Avila Rd
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May 28 - May 31, 2026

Registration

The Marathon’s “VIP ALL ACCESS” & “ALL ACCESS” passes are 4-day passes that include all activities. At least a day pass is required to enter any. Be sure to check registration deadlines.

Hotel & Airport

The Sheraton Imperial Hotel & Convention Center is located in the Research Triangle Park (RTP), Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina (919-941-5050). The staff will be going out of their way to make your weekend fun and enjoyable, offering daily meal specials and Marathon room rates of $147.00 (1-4 persons). Reserve your room early (book your room by phoning the number above or from The Line Dance Marathon website ONLY). Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) is a 15-minute drive via complimentary hotel shuttle.

Driving Directions

From 40E and 40W, take exit 282/Page Rd. Turn onto Emperor Dr. Sheraton Imperial is on the left hand side. Link to Google Maps

Ballrooms

The Marathon will lay over 9,000 sq ft of dance floor in 5 workshops/ballrooms that total over 25,000 sq ft of conference space. One room will be dedicated to Beginner/Improver lessons on Friday and Saturday. Open dancing will be offered several hours each day.

Dance Book & T-Shirt

The Marathon T-shirt and Marathon Stepsheet Thumbdrive will be PRE-SOLD ONLY, so indicate on the registration form if you want to order either or both. You will not be able to purchase these during or after the event. The Stepsheet Thumbdrive will include all stepsheets of dances taught during the event.

Vendors

There will be a variety of vendors on site for your shopping pleasure.

Thursday

Registration opens at 10am and your event package will be waiting. At 12pm, the event starts with 4 workshops per hour from our international staff. Our instructors will be teaching the latest and greatest dances from around the world. Open dancing in the Royal begins at 3pm. A Preview of Friday’s Dances will be at 6pm in the Main Ballroom. The Marathon officially kicks off the dance weekend at 8:00pm with its first of four evening dance parties.

Friday and Saturday

On both days, registration opens at 9am and workshops begin at 10am. There will be 4 workshops per hour plus open dancing throughout the day. On Friday, USLDCC Choreography Championship Prelims will be held in the Main Ballroom from 9:30am to 11:30am. USLDCC Championship Finals, Preview of Saturday and Sunday Dances will be at 5pm. USLDCC Championship Awards and The Show will be presented Saturday at 8pm. The evening dance parties will start at 8pm on Friday and immediately following the show on Saturday. Dance all levels in the Main Ballroom Or choose one of the two Empire Ballrooms, where dancing will be dedicated to the beginner/improver dancer in one, and an all request dance party will be offered in the other.

Costume Party

‘Aloha’ is the theme of Saturday evening’s Costume Party. Come watch the show in costume and dance all night dressed in your best Hawaian shirt or dress, as a Tiki, or Hawaian flora or fauna.

Sunday

There will be 4 workshops per hour from 10am-2pm. Then dance the floor away in the Main Ballroom. Finally, come to the Farewell Pizza Party and Dance at 8pm in the Crystal Coast. Pizza served at 8pm – get it while it lasts.

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Explore Raleigh-Durham

You may want to arrive a few days before The Line Dance Marathon or stay a couple of days after. Raleigh-Durham has many exciting activities and interesting sites to enjoy, as well as being one of the top golfing destinations in the U.S.A. Check out the links below and be sure to take time to Explore Raleigh – Durham.

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