Recognized as one of the key events shaping Ankara’s contemporary art scene, the ArtAnkara International Contemporary Art Fair will meet art enthusiasts with its 12th edition from March 25 to 29, 2026. Hosted at the ATO Congresium in Ankara, the fair aims to bring together national and international galleries, artists, and collectors on a professional platform.
Throughout the fair, visitors will have the opportunity to explore a diverse range of works representing various disciplines of contemporary art. The categories to be showcased include:
- Painting, sculpture, and ceramic works,
- Graphic arts and photography,
- New media and digital art practices,
- Art materials, publications, and special collections.
Interactive Events and Academic Program
ArtAnkara 2026 goes beyond being a traditional exhibition space, offering a program enriched with workshops, seminars, panel discussions, talks, and live performances. Following the special opening on March 25, the fair will open to the public and address both the theoretical and practical dimensions of art within a professional framework.
ArtAnkara 2025: Concluded with Record Visitor Numbers
The previous edition, ArtAnkara 2025, set a new attendance record by welcoming 83,000 visitors. Featuring 150 participating institutions and works by more than 1,500 artists, the 2025 fair also hosted an award ceremony attended by Minister of Culture and Tourism Mehmet Nuri Ersoy, where Kezban Arca Batıbeki, Mustafa Taviloğlu, and Borusan Contemporary were presented with honorary awards.
Visitor Information and Ticket Prices
The fair, scheduled to take place at ATO Congresium from March 25 to 29, 2026, has announced its admission fees. Daily tickets are priced at 500 TL for general visitors and 250 TL for students. The opening ceremony on March 25 will be accessible by invitation only.
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