The new year has just started, but the art landscape is already getting active. What popular art events do genuine fine art lovers await in the coming weeks and months? Which art venues are must-visit points in your early 2026 checklist? Find the most expected and audacious events below to make sure you don’t miss them.

2026 Checklist of Popular Art Events

Art Basel Qatar, February 5-7

Art Basel is a prestigious event with a global outreach that extends far beyond its European homeland. Less than two weeks are left until the moment Art Basel Qatar opens its doors to art connoisseurs from all parts of the globe. The art fair’s expansion into the Middle East offers an exciting twist that diversifies the attendees’ experience and positions an old, well-known art tradition in a new context.

ARCOmadrid, March 4-8

An interesting art event is planned for the first week of March in Madrid. ARCOmadrid targets Liberian and Latin American programming and gives a unique opportunity to enjoy art by rising talents. The event specializes in mid-career artists and emerging voices, giving collectors a chance for forward-looking investment.

TEFAF Maastricht, March 14-19

Those traveling or living in Europe have another reason to visit the Netherlands this March. This time, it’s TEFAF Maastricht, an audacious and prestigious art gathering famous for museum-quality art buying opportunities. The focus of the art fair is wide, ranging from antiquity to modern and contemporary artwork. It’s an internationally recognized arena for blue-chip artwork deals, collection-shaping purchases, and expert-level appreciation of historically anchored art.

Art Basel Hong Kong, March 27-29

Another extension of Art Basel, Art Basel Hong Kong, offers a great chance to enjoy serious curatorial presentation and deep regional insights in the Asian context. The art fair promises a strong Asia-Pacific art presence and gives its attendees an intimate acquaintance with blue-chip artwork that one can hardly find at smaller-scale art gatherings.

Frieze New York, May 13-17

The philosophy of Frieze New York is capturing the zeitgeist in art. Fine art lovers are sure to be exposed to a realm of new practices, emerging art markets, and innovative critical narratives. The dynamic environment and contemporary positioning make Frieze New York a must-visit art fair for dealers and those wishing to keep their finger on the pulse of the art market heartbeat.

Each of these popular art events deserves your visit and should be planned in advance due to high demand.