20e édition des Journées Marteau
The 20th edition of the Journées Marteau (Hammer Days) will take place from May 26 to 31, 2026, across Paris and France. Organized by the Symev, the event invites the public to discover how auctions work and to have objects, jewelry, and artworks appraised. For this anniversary edition, auctioneers are highlighting the color red through a curated selection of lots, while workshops, conferences, and meetings will illuminate the mechanisms of the art market.
The event matters as a major public-facing initiative by the French auction industry to demystify the auction process and engage new audiences. By focusing on education and accessibility, it aims to foster greater public participation in the art market and highlight the role of auction houses in cultural commerce, using a thematic focus (the color red) to create a cohesive and engaging public program.