KANEKO Soirée 2026
Friday, October 16, 2026

Reflecting Back. Looking Forward.

Join us for the return of KANEKO Soirée on Friday, October 16, 2026, from 6:30 to 10:00 PM. This year's evening marks a milestone worth celebrating together: 27 years of KANEKO and our founding belief that creativity isn't a luxury—it's a necessity. It is the force that drives discovery, builds empathy, and shapes the communities we want to live in.

Soirée is a gathering where art, ideas, and people converge—a celebration of the creative spirit that pulses through our community, the bold ideas that challenge how we see the world, and the generous hearts that make our mission possible. Expect live music, captivating visual art, special opportunities to give, and thoughtfully crafted food and drink. It is an evening unlike any other, and every detail reflects the spirit of who we are.

Soirée is not just a celebration of the past, it is a declaration of what comes next. As KANEKO's single largest fundraiser of the year, every ticket and sponsorship powers the conversations, collaborations, and breakthroughs that define our next chapter: year-round exhibitions, performances, and education programming for students, families, artists, and lifelong learners across our region.

Honorary Chairs:
Grant & Heather Matthies

🎟 Ticket Information:
General Admission: $150
Member pricing: $100 — this year, our members get the best deal!
Early access: $125 (Purchase by Sunday, September 6)
Buy 5, Get 1 Free bundle: $750

Become a Member HERE
$100 of each ticket is tax-deductible.

*If you are a member wishing to purchase a ticket, please reach out to terra@thekaneko.org to receive your discount code.

✨ Sponsorship Opportunities:
Creativity changes communities—and your sponsorship makes it possible. Sponsorships of Soirée 2026 power KANEKO's innovative programming and creative initiatives across disciplines.
👉 Click here for Soirée Giving Opportunities

Parking: Valet parking will be available at the corner of 11th and Jones Streets.
Enter: Please use our east doors on 11th & Jones Streets.
Accessibility: Our facilities are fully ADA accessible. As an organization that promotes the exploration of the creative process, we strive to ensure everyone feels safe and welcome in our space. If you have accessibility needs, please contact us at least 48 hours before the event at info@thekaneko.org.

Thank you to our Soirée Sponsors:

KANEKO Soirée 2026

Celebrating 27 Years