November's art fair circuit is heating up, with a slew of events around the world offering something for every kind of collector and connoisseur. In what can only be described as a condensed calendar, several prominent fairs are taking place in November, each one showcasing a unique blend of local and international talent.
One of the highlights of the month will be Artissima 2025, which takes place from October 31 to November 2 in Turin, Italy. The fair's theme this year is "Operating Manual for Spaceship Earth," inspired by Buckminster Fuller's visionary ideas about sustainability and the future of humanity. With 176 galleries from around the world participating, including some notable monographic presentations, Artissima promises to be a must-visit event for anyone interested in contemporary art.
Just down the road from Turin is ART COLOGNE 2025, which will run from November 6 to 9 in Cologne, Germany. This fair has been around since 1967 and bills itself as both the first art fair in the world and a key industry meeting point for galleries and institutions. With over 167 participating galleries, this year's edition promises to be an exciting one.
Art lovers traveling to West Africa will have the opportunity to experience ART X Lagos 2025 from November 6 to 9. Launched in 2016, this fair has become a major platform for showcasing contemporary African art and culture. With its dynamic program of artist and gallery exhibitions, as well as supporting programming like ART X Live! and ART X Talks, ART X Lagos is not to be missed.
For those on the East Coast of North America, The Other Art Fair Brooklyn returns from November 6 to 9 in New York City. This fair has become a beloved institution among art collectors and enthusiasts alike, with its emphasis on accessibility and direct connections between artists and buyers. With over 125 participating artists and a lively program of late-night events, this year's edition promises to be an unforgettable one.
In Australia, Affordable Art Fair Sydney will take place from November 6 to 9 in Carriageworks, Sydney. This fair has been democratizing the art market for over two decades by making contemporary art accessible and affordable through lower prices and installment-based payment plans.
Salon Art + Design returns to the Park Avenue Armory in New York City from November 6 to 10, bringing together some of the city's most beloved galleries and inspiring new exhibitors. With its focus on discovery, creativity, and community, Salon promises to be a highlight of the month for anyone interested in fine art.
In Paris, Paris Photo will take place from November 13 to 16 at the Grand Palais, featuring over 222 participating galleries and exhibitors from around the world. This year's edition promises to be bolder, more diverse, and more international than ever before, with a focus on showcasing the medium itself rather than just art for art's sake.
Over in Abu Dhabi, Frieze will acquire Abu Dhabi Art Fair as part of its growing presence in the region. The 17th edition of Abu Dhabi Art Fair will take place from November 18 to 21, featuring over 140 participating galleries and providing a platform for both established and emerging artists to showcase their work.
Finally, for those looking for something more off the beaten path, there are numerous other art fairs taking place around the world in November. From The Others in Turin to Paper Positions Vienna, each one promises to offer something unique and exciting for art lovers of all kinds. With so many events happening across the globe, it's never been a better time to explore the world of contemporary art.
One of the highlights of the month will be Artissima 2025, which takes place from October 31 to November 2 in Turin, Italy. The fair's theme this year is "Operating Manual for Spaceship Earth," inspired by Buckminster Fuller's visionary ideas about sustainability and the future of humanity. With 176 galleries from around the world participating, including some notable monographic presentations, Artissima promises to be a must-visit event for anyone interested in contemporary art.
Just down the road from Turin is ART COLOGNE 2025, which will run from November 6 to 9 in Cologne, Germany. This fair has been around since 1967 and bills itself as both the first art fair in the world and a key industry meeting point for galleries and institutions. With over 167 participating galleries, this year's edition promises to be an exciting one.
Art lovers traveling to West Africa will have the opportunity to experience ART X Lagos 2025 from November 6 to 9. Launched in 2016, this fair has become a major platform for showcasing contemporary African art and culture. With its dynamic program of artist and gallery exhibitions, as well as supporting programming like ART X Live! and ART X Talks, ART X Lagos is not to be missed.
For those on the East Coast of North America, The Other Art Fair Brooklyn returns from November 6 to 9 in New York City. This fair has become a beloved institution among art collectors and enthusiasts alike, with its emphasis on accessibility and direct connections between artists and buyers. With over 125 participating artists and a lively program of late-night events, this year's edition promises to be an unforgettable one.
In Australia, Affordable Art Fair Sydney will take place from November 6 to 9 in Carriageworks, Sydney. This fair has been democratizing the art market for over two decades by making contemporary art accessible and affordable through lower prices and installment-based payment plans.
Salon Art + Design returns to the Park Avenue Armory in New York City from November 6 to 10, bringing together some of the city's most beloved galleries and inspiring new exhibitors. With its focus on discovery, creativity, and community, Salon promises to be a highlight of the month for anyone interested in fine art.
In Paris, Paris Photo will take place from November 13 to 16 at the Grand Palais, featuring over 222 participating galleries and exhibitors from around the world. This year's edition promises to be bolder, more diverse, and more international than ever before, with a focus on showcasing the medium itself rather than just art for art's sake.
Over in Abu Dhabi, Frieze will acquire Abu Dhabi Art Fair as part of its growing presence in the region. The 17th edition of Abu Dhabi Art Fair will take place from November 18 to 21, featuring over 140 participating galleries and providing a platform for both established and emerging artists to showcase their work.
Finally, for those looking for something more off the beaten path, there are numerous other art fairs taking place around the world in November. From The Others in Turin to Paper Positions Vienna, each one promises to offer something unique and exciting for art lovers of all kinds. With so many events happening across the globe, it's never been a better time to explore the world of contemporary art.
and art x lagos is always on point for showcasing african talent 
. but, can someone pls tell me why we gotta have like 7 fairs in nov? it's already gonna be hard to navigate all the events lol 
! I mean, who wouldn't want to check out some of the most iconic fairs around the world? Artissima in Italy, ART COLOGNE in Germany, and ART X Lagos in West Africa are all gonna be lit 
. And let's not forget The Other Art Fair Brooklyn, Affordable Art Fair Sydney, Salon Art + Design, Paris Photo, and Frieze Abu Dhabi... it's like a never-ending art party 
! What I love about these fairs is that they're not just about showing off fancy art pieces, but also about creating connections between artists, galleries, and collectors. It's all about building a community and supporting each other's passions 
. Can't wait to see what kind of amazing works we get to discover 
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There are so many awesome art fairs happening around the world, it's like a treasure trove of creativity and inspiration waiting to be discovered. I've added Artissima 2025 in Italy to my must-visit list - who wouldn't want to explore an "Operating Manual for Spaceship Earth" 
? And can you believe all the amazing galleries participating at ART COLOGNE 2025 in Germany? It's like, the ultimate art fair experience! 
I also love that Art X Lagos is happening this year, it'll be so cool to see contemporary African art and culture up close. Have you checked out any of these fairs before? 
, gotta see that spaceship earth theme come to life 
what's not to love about Affordable Art Fair Sydney 
it's like they're making fine art accessible to everyone 
can't wait for Paris Photo 
to showcase so many talented artists and galleries, and Frieze acquiring Abu Dhabi Art Fair is like, whoa what a move 
... traveling to different cities and discovering new artists and styles 
️... and being part of this amazing global community that's all about sharing ideas and passion for art 
... i can totally imagine how exciting it must be to attend Artissima 2025, ART COLOGNE 2025, or the others in Turin 
