Denver Arts & Venues (DAV), in partnership with the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DOTI) and Denver Downtown Development Authority (DDDA), are excited to announce a spectacular temporary aerial art installation series from Poetic Kinetics launching summer 2026 in Downtown Denver. Through this project, multiple floating kinetic sculptures will be installed in highly visible public spaces.
Denver Mayor Mike Johnston
“Downtown Denver should look and feel like no other place in the country,” said Mayor Mike Johnston. “These art installations should be nothing short of awe-inspiring and will be another great reason to pay a visit to our city’s center.”
“We are so excited to collaborate with DOTI and the DDDA on this visually stunning outdoor artwork that activates Downtown Denver this summer,” said Gretchen Hollrah, executive director for DAV. “Leading with this temporary project will pave the way for future DDDA-funded ‘must-see’ art installations downtown in the coming years.”
The project is drawn from Poetic Kinetics’ globally recognized art series. The DDDA investment will fund site-specific aerial art installations for a four-month period at two to three sites downtown. This multi-site strategy will draw visitors through downtown, connecting major commercial hubs, increasing foot traffic, and supporting nearby businesses at street level.
With its floating kinetic sculptures that are constantly changing form, no two views of the aerial art will be the same, promising an ever-changing and immersive experience.
“DOTI is proud to be a part of bringing this incredible art piece downtown – not only to showcase the work itself – but our beautiful Denver backdrop, and all of the transformational infrastructure investments that are reshaping the heart of our city,” said Amy Ford, Executive Director of DOTI. “We are excited for people to see it!”
Denver Arts & Venues will lead coordination with the artist team, DOTI, Denver Parks and Recreation, and the Downtown Denver Partnership to support overall project delivery.