Travel the World This Summer Attending This Must-See Art Fairs
From London to Sydney, here are all the cities that are hosting the best summer art fairs of 2023.
When summer rolls around, there's nothing left to do but sit back, unwind, and do the things you enjoy most. For the world travelers and art lovers out there, L'OFFICIEL has compiled a list of all the best art fairs hosted worldwide. Ranging from photography galleries to contemporary exhibitions, there's an event for everyone. What better way to enjoy the season than strolling through a cool gallery on a hot summer day, enriching yourself with new culture and experiences? Make sure to add these art fairs to your calendar because you won't want to miss them.
Basel, Switzerland
Art Basel, Switzerland (June 13-18)
Art Basel has now made its way around the world to the U.S., China, and France, but it was originally founded in Switzerland by Ernst Beyeler, a Swiss art dealer and collector. According to The New York Times, he was "Europe's pre-eminent dealer in modern art", so it is clear why Art Basel is so widely respected. With over 200 galleries and more than 4,000 artists featured, the art fair is the ideal place to explore the history of art and meet a variety of creatives.
Location: Messe Basel, Basel, Switzerland
Tickets: Starting at CHF 67
Tokyo, Japan
Tokyo Gendai (July 6 - 9)
A brand new art fair is coming to Tokyo right after Art Basel this year. Tokyo Gendai will be located in the town of Yokohama and will host up to 100 exhibitors who range in craft. In recent years, Japan has made great strides in the art world, so there has been some assumption about whether or not the country would add another event to its list.
Location: Pacifico Yokohama, Japan
Tickets: TBA
Sydney, Australia
Sydney Contemporary (September 6-10)
Across the world, Australia organizes its largest art fair in the beginning of September. It brings together the entire Asia-Pacific region with more than 90 exhibitors showcasing their work. Artists, new and established, will make an appearance to explain their mediums and collaborate with each other for this special event. This year will be the fair's 10th anniversary, making it even more exciting than previous years.
Location: Carriageworks, Eveleigh, Sydney
Tickets: TBA
Berlin, Germany
Positions Berlin (September 14-17)
Positions Berlin is one of the most visited and admired art fairs worldwide. It brings together artists who normally wouldn't get the opportunity to work together and establishes a safe and accepting environment for everyone involved. This year marks the 30th anniversary of the partnership between Berlin and Mexico City, so the fair will host several Mexican galleries which have changed the art game. Hosted in the spacious Berlin Tempelhof Airport, Positions will not only include art exhibits but educational programs, award ceremonies, and discussion circles as well.
Location: Tempelhof Airport, Berlin, Germany
Tickets: TBA
