Miart, Milan's international modern and contemporary art fair, is marking its 30th anniversary with significant changes for its 2026 edition. The fair is moving to a new venue, the South Wing at Allianz MiCo designed by Mario Bellini Architects, and adopting a more compact, three-floor layout designed to foster cross-presentation and dialogue. It has also announced a new theme, "New Directions," inspired by the jazz legacies of John Coltrane and Miles Davis, and a fresh graphic identity from design studio Leftloft.
The anniversary edition underscores Miart's evolution and ambition within the European art fair circuit. The new venue and thematic focus on jazz improvisation signal a deliberate shift towards creating more dynamic encounters between artworks, galleries, and visitors. With 160 galleries from 24 countries, including many new or returning exhibitors, and new programming like the Interplay section, the fair is positioning itself for future growth while celebrating its three-decade history of connecting modern and contemporary art.