Our Basel show unites the international art world, with over 290 top galleries presenting works by over 4,000 artists. Daily talks, exhibitions and events in and around Basel make it a region-wide art experience.

June 18 – 21, 2026

Art Basel in Basel

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In the French pavilion, the artist explores revolution, global politics, and myth, in a textiles-focused exhibition where ideas entwine like threads

Artists

Yto Barrada weaves histories of beauty and destruction at the Venice Biennale

Yto Barrada French Pavilion Venice Biennale 2026

As the Biennale explores art as a form of learning, Art Basel’s inaugural Koyo Kouoh Fellow, Aisha Aliyu-Bima, reflects on the grassroots organizations shaping a new generation of curators and artists across Africa

Exhibitions

I know why art schools are essential for Koyo Kouoh’s Venice exhibition

Schools Koyo Kouoh exhibition Senegal Venice Biennale 2026

Ahead of 61st edition of the Venice Biennale conceived by the late Cameroonian Swiss curator, we revisit her Basel memories, first published in 2020 to mark the fair’s 50th anniversary

Destinations

From the archive: Koyo Kouoh’s first Art Basel 

50 Years my first art basel Koyo Kouoh

The cult designer is the latest newcomer to establish an arts foundation in the floating city – and to discover that centuries-old buildings have opinions of their own

Art Collecting

Dries Van Noten joins Venice’s new cultural guard

Dries Van Noten Palazzos patrons new foundation Venice

The tenth edition is now available. Explore the report for a comprehensive analysis of the global art market in 2026.

The Art Basel and UBS Global Art Market Report by Arts Economics

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Our Basel show brings the international artworld together, with over 200 of the world&rsquo;s leading galleries showing the works of more than 4,000 artists. A full program of artworld talks takes place each day. Exhibitions and events are also offered by cultural institutions in Basel and the surrounding area, creating an exciting, region-wide art week.

Basel

Art Basel Paris takes place at the Grand Palais, in the heart of the French capital. The show builds bridges with France&rsquo;s cultural industries to create a flagship event radiating throughout the city, embedded in its exceptional cultural ecosystem.

October 23 - 25, 2026

Paris

In our American show, leading galleries from North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia, and Africa show significant work from the masters of Modern and contemporary art, as well as the new generation of emerging stars. Paintings, sculptures, installations, photographs, films, and editioned works of the highest quality are on display in the main exhibition hall.

December 4 – 6, 2026

Miami Beach

Our Qatar show presents a concisely curated selection of leading galleries, highlighting the country&rsquo;s vibrant cultural landscape and the dynamic arts ecosystem of the MENA region. The show unfolds across M7 and the Doha Design District in downtown Msheireb, creating a unique platform that reflects the region&rsquo;s creative energy and global perspectives.

January 28-30, 2027

Qatar

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Art Basel connects leading art patrons and galleries across countries and continents. Our VIPs are engaged in the international artworld as private collectors, museum directors and curators, art advisors, and internationally known artists. The VIP Team provides this distinguished group with exclusive services to nurture artistic dialogue and create a first class Art Basel experience.&nbsp;

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Art Basel is strongly rooted in the principle that galleries play an essential role in the development and promotion of visual arts. Galleries are invited to participate after an extensive review. This ensures that each Art Basel show presents Modern and contemporary artwork of the highest standard.

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Art Basel’s shows are the premier art shows of their kind, presenting Modern and contemporary art with a strong curatorial perspective. 

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