Door Kinetic Arts Festival

Door Kinetic Arts Festival A Door County based contemporary arts festival celebrating the moving arts!

Our very own Associate Producer, Dan Klarer, has been officially recognized as a 2026 Art in the Door Laureate by Destin...
06/18/2026

Our very own Associate Producer, Dan Klarer, has been officially recognized as a 2026 Art in the Door Laureate by Destination Door County! Congratulations, Dan!🎉

06/12/2026

We can't believe it's been a week since our Summer Kickoff! One of the evening's highlights was when our Creative Director, Eric Simonson, shared our first trailer and a peek at some of the artists joining us for our 10th year. Take a look and let us know who you're looking forward to seeing this year!

Join us tmrw at The Granary for our Summer Kick Off Event!Tickets are still available for what’s to be an amazing kick o...
06/04/2026

Join us tmrw at The Granary for our Summer Kick Off Event!
Tickets are still available for what’s to be an amazing kick off.

Picture it: live art, music and a curated spread with drinks by James Beard Award-nominated author and New York Times cocktail and spirits writer.

Marquee performance by Andrea Wittgens, with accompaniment by Cathy Grier.

Not to mention an amazing mix of silent and live auction prizes!

Tmrw, Friday, June 5 at 5:30
Tickets at doorkinetic.com

06/02/2026

Andrea Wittgens is our featured performer of the evening! She is a New York City-based singer-songwriter, pianist and producer whose sound blends pop, jazz, early punk and 1980s new wave into something boldly theatrical and deeply personal. Known for her dynamic performances and poetic lyrics, she draws comparisons to Kate Bush and St. Vincent.

Cathy Grier is a Sturgeon Bay-based blues musician whose powerful voice, soulful guitar and harmonica have made her a beloved fixture of Door County’s music scene. She will be accompanying Andrea on her musical selections.

Additional music provided by returning Koffeehouse band, Bill & Friends. The perfect soundtrack for the evening! They’ll get your toes tapping, and if the spirit moves you to dance or sing along, well, let’s have a party!

Need we say more?

Join us THIS FRIDAY, June 5, 5:30pm, at the Door County Granary

Tickets at: doorkinetic.com

An Evening Unlike Any OtherYour ticket includes an incredible lineup of experiences:• Hosted wine, beer & mocktails cura...
06/01/2026

An Evening Unlike Any Other

Your ticket includes an incredible lineup of experiences:
• Hosted wine, beer & mocktails curated by James Beard Award–nominated cocktail authority and New York Times spirits writer Robert Simonson

• Delicious Bites selected by DKAF

• Exclusive musical performance by Steel Bridge artist Andrea Wittgens with special guest Cathy Grier

• Live plein air painting of the Granary by Marc Anderson (artwork auctioned live)

• Participate in a kinetic painting with artist Melissa Courtney (artwork auctioned live)

• Live fashion portrait sketches by fashion illustrator, Penelope Bowles

• Dance to live music by Bill and Friends

• Raffle for a stunning Joseph Kaftan glass mosaic

• Limited-edition commemorative screenprint by Door County artist Claire Erickson

• Live auction for a Chicago Getaway - featuring 4 tickets to Second City & VIP experience at the Martini Expo

• Silent auction featuring exceptional items you won’t find anywhere else, like 4 tickets to Steppenwolf Theatre Company in Chicago, an original oil painting by Stephanie Trenchard, a Stone’s Throw Wine Club Package and much more!

Choose Your Experience:

Every ticket directly supports DKAF’s mission to nurture and inspire performing artists by fostering collaboration and creativity within the Door County community.

Please pick the level that’s right for you:

$40: Join the celebration - Food, drinks and a full evening of entertainment

$70: Best Value ($115 value)
Everything above, plus an embroidered DKAF baseball cap and Claire Erickson’s fine art Screenprint

$100: Festival Fan ($170 value)
All previous perks, plus one unlimited 2026 DKAF Festival Pass

$200: Full Supporter (a $245 value)
All benefits, plus two 2026 DKAF Festival Passes

Join us THIS FRIDAY, June 5, 5:30pm.

Tickets are limited - buy yours today!

doorkinetic.com/summerkickoff

05/31/2026

Milwaukee-based artist and educator Melissa Courtney turns painting into pure play - no experience needed!

Guests chase, circle, and bump small polished stones across the canvas, letting the movement do the mark-making to create an energetic, layered abstract artwork together.

These paintings will be up for bid in the live auction, so you just might leave with a piece you helped bring to life.

June 5, 5:30 pm - at the Door County Granary

Link to tickets in the comments! 🎟️⬇️

How many times do you get to be served drinks by a James Beard-nominated Cocktail and Spirit Writer?Robert Simonson is a...
05/31/2026

How many times do you get to be served drinks by a James Beard-nominated Cocktail and Spirit Writer?

Robert Simonson is a journalist, author, and historian specializing in cocktails, spirits, bars, and bartenders, both past and present. He is a two-time James Beard Award–nominated author and The New York Times primary cocktail and spirits writer. He is also the author of several books on cocktails, including “The Encyclopedia of Cocktails” and “The Old-Fashioned.” Simonson is also the creator of the Substack newsletter “The Mix with Robert Simonson.”

Meet him at our Summer Kickoff Fundraiser at the Door County Granary. Get your tickets today!

Tickets at: doorkinetic.com

June 5, 5:30 pm - at the Door County Granary

05/29/2026

This year’s fundraiser features Live Fashion Sketches by Penelope Bowles!

Keep an eye out for illustrator extraordinaire, Penelope Bowles, as she roams the event, archival paper and markers in hand. For a small donation, she’ll create a chic, personalized fashion portrait of you and your crew - a totally unique, take-home memento you won’t find anywhere else!

Get your tickets, raise funds, see the Door County Granary

June 5, 5:30 pm - at the Door County Granary
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Get ready for an electric evening where fine art and live performance share the stage! Join us at the Door Kinetic Arts ...
05/28/2026

Get ready for an electric evening where fine art and live performance share the stage! Join us at the Door Kinetic Arts Festival (DKAF) Fundraiser on June 5th, 5:30-9pm at the iconic Door County Granary.

From live painting to one-of-a-kind keepsakes, here are a few things in store:

• Live Plein Air Painting: Marc Anderson
Watch award-winning painter Marc Anderson capture the Granary live on canvas in a stunning plein air session. His finished work will take center stage as an exciting live auction item - don’t miss your chance to take it home!

• Raffle: Joseph Kaftan Glass Mosaic
Try your luck in our raffle for a chance to win one of Joseph Kaftan’s highly sought-after glass mosaics, celebrated for their intricate designs and stunning use of color.

• Silent Auction: Stephanie Trenchard
Bid on a masterwork by beloved local artist Stephanie Trenchard - an exceptional addition
to any art collection.

• Limited Edition Screen Print: Claire Erickson
Take home a piece of the magic! Multi-talented Door County artist Claire Erickson has created a signed, limited-edition fine art screen print for just $50! Featuring her signature playful animals celebrating all things DKAF. It’s the perfect memento of an unforgettable night.

This is a rare opportunity to immerse yourself in the best of fine art and live performance, all while supporting the future of DKAF. Tickets are limited, so don’t wait!

June 5, 5:30 pm - at the Door County Granary
🎟️ doorkinetic.com/summerkickoff

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Baileys Harbor, WI
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