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Art Shows & Contemporary Art Fair Events

What sets a truly great event apart is the combination of setting, people and program. On this page you can explore contemporary art fairs, gallery openings, sculpture parks, photography shows and VIP collector preview nights, all selected for collectors, advisors and art lovers discovering new talent. Expect venues such as fair pavilions, white-cube galleries, outdoor sculpture gardens and museum annexes, chosen by organizers who understand that the backdrop matters as much as the agenda. Each listing gives a clear summary of dates, location and highlights, along with notes on how to attend. Use it to compare options quickly and decide which occasions deserve a place in your diary this year.

A little preparation goes a long way with events of this caliber. Check each listing for registration deadlines, dress codes and guest requirements, and contact the organizer early if you need accessibility support or special arrangements. Gallery booths at major fairs can sell out on preview day, so request a price list in advance and follow up quickly on favorites. You can also explore neighboring categories on LuxuryLifestyle.com to pair this experience with a gala, festival or tasting during the same visit. Hosts are welcome to add their dates, putting their program in front of readers who travel widely and expect the best.

08/26/2017 - 08/27/2017

Developed by Amdur Productions and recognized by Sunshine Artist Magazine as one of the top-rated festivals in the nation, Port Clinton Art Festival is one of the most successful juried art festivals.

Port Clinton Art Festival
Port Clinton Square
600 Central Ave Highland Park, Illinois (IL) 60035
United States

03/28/2027 - 04/03/2027

The 64th Merrie Monarch Festival is scheduled for March 28–April 3, 2027, in Hilo, Hawaiʻi.

Merrie Monarch Festival
Multiple venues in Hilo, including Edith Kanakaʻole Stadium
323 Manono St Hilo, Hawaii (HI) 96720
United States

04/10/2027

The 40th Houston Art Car Parade rolls April 10, 2027.

Houston Art Car Parade
Allen Parkway and downtown Houston
Houston, Texas (TX)
United States

12/18/2026 - 12/20/2026

Renegade Craft Fair Chicago winter edition is December 18–20, 2026, at Bridgeport Art Center (summer/fall 2026 editions already ended).

Renegade Craft Fair - Chicago
Bridgeport Art Center
Chicago, Illinois (IL)
United States

08/05/2017 - 08/06/2017

This year, The Glen Town Center will transform into an outdoor cultural experience for people to enjoy original art, an array of shopping and dining options as well as live performances by the renowned Marriott Theater.

Art at the Glen
The Glen Town Center
1800 Patriot Boulevard Glenview, Illinois (IL) 60026
United States

11/05/2026 - 11/08/2026

The world's oldest art fair for modern and contemporary art, held at Koelnmesse.

Art Cologne
Koelnmesse
Messeplatz 1 Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia (Nordrhein-Westfalen) 50679
Germany

06/25/2027 - 06/27/2027

Free three-day arts and culture festival with juried artists, music, food and interactive activities.

Des Moines Arts Festival
Western Gateway Park
Des Moines, Iowa (IA)
United States

03/18/2027 - 03/21/2027

The 20th Drawing Now Paris is scheduled for March 18–21, 2027, at Carreau du Temple, with a March 17 professional preview.

Drawing Now Art Fair
Carreau du Temple
Carreau du Temple, 4 rue Eugène Spuller
France

10/30/2026 - 11/01/2026

Argentina's leading contemporary art fair marks 35 years of Fundación arteba at La Rural's Pabellón Amarillo; public hours 14:00–21:00, with VIP pre-openings Oct 28–29.

arteba
Pabellón Amarillo, La Rural
Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Argentina

01/21/2027 - 01/24/2027

Chainsaw Carvers Rendezvous — gathering of chainsaw carving artists.

Chainsaw Carvers Rendezvous
Ridgway, Pennsylvania (PA)
United States
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