Frieze magazine has published a curated list of 11 unmissable exhibition openings scheduled for 2026, highlighting major institutional shows and biennials around the world. The selection spans diverse venues and artists, reflecting the global scope of contemporary art programming for the coming year.
Eleven Limerick artists are presenting paintings, prints, photography, and ceramics at the Istabraq Hall from December 5 to 17, 2025, in a pre-Christmas exhibition called the Limerick Art Expo 2025. The show features current members of Wickham Street Studios, former Contact Studios artists, and Limerick Printmakers, with a public reception on December 5 offering complimentary mulled wine and opportunities to meet the artists and purchase works.
High Art, a Parisian gallery known for launching the careers of emerging artists, has closed its doors after 12 years of operation. The gallery gained a reputation for transforming relatively unknown talents into internationally recognized figures, contributing significantly to the contemporary art scene in Paris.
The New York Times has published an article titled "5 Apps That Will Make You Love Art Galleries," which highlights five mobile applications designed to enhance the experience of visiting art galleries. These apps likely offer features such as augmented reality, audio guides, or curated recommendations to help users engage more deeply with artworks and exhibitions.
The City of San José’s Office of Economic Development and Cultural Affairs is hosting an art exhibition reception on November 7, 2025, at The Citadel Art Studios to showcase projects by the 2025 Creative Ambassadors. The five ambassadors—Julie Cardenas, Matt Casey (More Mas Marami), Jessica Gutierrez, Miguel Ozuna, and Steven Rubalcaba—have each developed community-engaged creative works over the past year, including a shared film camera photography project, zine-making workshops, a community audio archive, a collaborative collage using repurposed materials, and art workshops for mothers and children.
The University of Guam Isla Center for the Arts has opened a new exhibition titled "Island Voices: UOG Alumni & Student Printmaking Exhibition & Paper Boats Project Portfolio," featuring over 180 works created by students, alumni, and faculty. The show includes a variety of printmaking techniques such as linocut, woodcut, screen print, intaglio, lithography, monotype prints, and monodrawings, alongside two video works. The second half of the exhibit, the Paper Boats Project Portfolio, includes contributions from artists across North America, Europe, China, and Guam, exploring the theme of water through printmaking. The exhibition runs through Nov. 28.
The Rivoli Arts District (RAD) in downtown La Crosse is hosting an immersive Halloween-themed art experience called "The Uncanny Exhibit" from October 16 through November 1. The exhibit features 13 rooms, each designed by a different local artist, with interactive installations that combine visual, auditory, and tactile elements to create a multisensory, unsettling atmosphere. Marketing specialist Aidan Schmidtknecht describes it as more artsy and immersive than a traditional haunted house, focusing on atmosphere and weirdness rather than jump scares.
Antigua’s top artisans and small business owners will be featured at the Artisans and Small Project Exhibition, a three-day event organized by B2B for Exhibitions and Events. Held at the Multi-Purpose Centre from October 16th to 18th, the free-admission showcase will run daily from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., offering handmade items including jewelry, art, fashion, natural skincare, home décor, accessories, and culinary creations. Visitors can meet makers, discover new projects, and purchase unique products ahead of the holiday season.
Mainframe Studio in Des Moines, Iowa, partnered with the Grinnell Area Arts Council to host a special exhibition in October featuring works by 16 artists from Grinnell, a rural Iowa community. The show, displayed on the studio's third floor, included diverse mediums such as book art, sculpture, and painting, with contributors including Professor Mirzam Cristina Pérez, Professor Erik Simpson, and Professor Pascal Lafontant. Opening night on October 3 drew around 1,600 visitors, highlighting the studio's role in bridging rural and urban art scenes.
A major new exhibition celebrating local art and craft opens at the National Trust’s historic Hughenden Manor from September 12 to 21, 2025, coinciding with Heritage Open Days. Organized by the Visual Images Group, the show features over 30 artists and makers from Buckinghamshire, displaying painting, photography, printing, textiles, ceramics, glasswork, jewelry, and sculpture. All works are for sale, and entry is free from September 12–19.
A new fine art gallery called 'The Vault' is set to open this weekend inside Columbia Center Mall in Kennewick, Washington. The gallery will showcase metal sculptures and paintings, and will also feature an artisan storefront where visitors can purchase works by regional makers. The grand opening is scheduled for Saturday, September 6, from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., with live music and other activities planned.
Two new art galleries have opened in Chester city centre under the name Euphoric Arts, founded by Belinda Tyler and Aimee Brown. The women, who previously ran an online platform, have now launched physical locations in City Walls and Rufus Court, Chester. The galleries will host official launch events on October 4-5, 2025, featuring works from established and emerging artists, with welcome drinks and discount vouchers for visitors.
Ancient artefacts from the sunken city of Canopus, submerged off the coast of Alexandria, have been recovered for the first time in 25 years. During a three-day underwater heritage event (19-21 August), archaeologists lifted limestone structures, a quartz sphinx bearing cartouches of Ramses II, and a white marble statue of a Roman nobleman from the Mediterranean. The operation was led by the European Institute for Underwater Archaeology (IEASM) in cooperation with the Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities, with French underwater archaeologist Franck Goddio playing a key role. The finds are now on display in the exhibition 'Secrets of the Sunken City' at the Alexandria National Museum.
Artist Ms Walker, a recent graduate, is participating in the 29th annual Three Counties art exhibition. Her work, titled 'Factory Worker's Jacket,' explores the loss of traditional craftsmanship in north Staffordshire, focusing on the pottery industry in Stoke-on-Trent and the silk and natural dye industry in Leek. The piece uses vintage and naturally dyed fabrics patchworked together, distressed, and visibly mended to tell the story of pottery makers working in dangerous factory conditions and constantly repairing their worn uniforms. The free exhibition features a diverse mix of art, including paintings, photography, and a motorbike installation, and is open Tuesday to Saturday from 11:00 to 15:00 BST.
The R.W. Norton Art Gallery in Shreveport, Louisiana, will host a new exhibition titled "New Orleans in Art: A Love Letter from the Crescent City" starting with an opening reception on Thursday, August 28, 2025. The show features 50 artists who each present their personal visual tribute to New Orleans, known as the Crescent City.
ARTrails of Southwest Washington is hosting its annual open studio tour from September 20-28, 2025, in Lewis County, Washington. The free, self-guided event allows the public to visit the studios of emerging and established local artists, observe works in progress, and purchase original artwork. An exhibition gallery at the historic Centralia Train Depot will also feature works from participating artists, with proceeds supporting the Kelly Cowan Scholarship Fund through small art donations.
St. Bede’s Episcopal Church in Atlanta is launching a new gallery called “Art From the Heart,” opening August 2. The gallery evolved from a two-day market into a permanent space where local artists can exhibit and sell their work. The inaugural show features artists from the Tucker Arts Alliance and previous market participants. An opening reception with music and refreshments will be held from 6-8:30 p.m., and the gallery will be open to the public on select days through October 2.
Washington and Lee University (W&L) established the Museums Student Engagement Committee (MSEC) in December 2023 to strengthen ties between students and the W&L Art Museum and Galleries (AMG). The committee, composed of students from various class years, advises museum staff on programming, exhibitions, and events to make the museum more relevant and accessible. Officers include Avery Dennard, Hailey Neaman, Nora Kuhn, and Grace McCurdy, with advisors Isra El-beshir and Jessica Wager.
Vandalfest, a street art exhibition supporting the youth homeless charity SASH, has opened at 2 Low Ousegate in York. Organized by the non-profit Vandals at Work (formerly Bombsquad), the exhibition runs over three weekends in July across four floors of galleries, featuring work from over 30 artists. It includes immersive art, DJ sets, live installations, an on-site and online shop, and an auction, with a room installation by SASH that involved young people supported by the charity.
An art exhibition titled "Modest space, notable art: Student works shine brightly in impressive art exhibition" showcases student artworks in a modest venue, highlighting the quality and creativity of emerging young artists. The display features a range of pieces that demonstrate technical skill and conceptual depth, drawing attention from local audiences and educators.
Frida Juárez, a prominent figure in the art world, has been the subject of a recent article. The piece details her career trajectory, highlighting her contributions to contemporary art and her role in fostering emerging talent. It also mentions her involvement in several high-profile exhibitions and her influence on art discourse in Latin America.
The Walters Museum in Baltimore has opened its first permanent gallery dedicated to Latin American art, titled "Arte Latino Americano." The exhibit features around 200 works spanning 4,000 years, including ancient artifacts and contemporary pieces from 40 different cultures. The collection began with a silver ritual cup purchased by Henry Walters in 1897, and now includes over 800 pieces. Local Baltimore artists such as Melissa Hyatt Foss, Edgar Reyes, and Jessy DeSantis contribute to the interactive displays, which also incorporate culinary and musical elements.
Barnstable Town Hall's Artist Spotlight program is hosting an exhibition of work by Barnstable High School Studio Art 3 & 4 students, on display in the James H. Crocker, Jr. Hearing Room and Selectmen’s Conference Room through June 30, 2025. The show includes portraits created for the Memory Project, a global initiative in which students make handmade portraits for disadvantaged children, this year featuring children in India, alongside a digital photography showcase by first-year students in the school's Digital Photography program.