WaveThon 2026

Tulane University Dance Marathon’s Main Event, WaveThon, is a high-energy 4-hour celebration where students, campus partners, and miracle families come together to stand and fundraise for kids receiving medical treatment in support of Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and our local partner hospital, Manning Family Children's. The event features live entertainment, morale dances, games, giveaways, and activities hosted by generous sponsors, along with free meals, snacks, and drinks from partners who will be announced at a later date. Throughout the day, participants will enjoy themed hours, hear stories from miracle families, and rally together during fundraising pushes leading up to our Final Reveal. This year’s theme, to be announced, will shape the decor, stage experience, and programming, creating an immersive and inspiring atmosphere as the Tulane community unites for our biggest philanthropic event of the year.