The art world is abuzz with excitement as the calendar for January's major art fairs has been announced. Collectors, curators, and enthusiasts alike can look forward to a thrilling month of exhibitions, events, and encounters that promise new thrills and revelations.
First up is Este Arte in Uruguay, which kicks off just days after New Year's. This high-quality and exclusive platform for contemporary art in the region features galleries from Argentina, Brazil, Chile, the US, and Europe. The fair emphasizes a balance between local Latin American artists and international trends, with single-artist displays featuring never-before-exhibited works.
Next, Los Angeles Art Show takes center stage at the LA Convention Center, showcasing over 90 galleries, museums, and nonprofit organizations from around the world. This comprehensive international contemporary art fair promises to be a broad-spectrum survey of how art is made, shown, and collected today. The event will feature paintings, sculpture, installations, photography, design, video, and performance in an expansive exhibition space.
Art lovers won't want to miss Condo London, which offers collectors and enthusiasts a blueprint for discovery across 50 galleries in 23 London spaces. Each host gallery co-curates with visiting galleries or divides its spaces to give the visiting gallery square footage to mount its own display. The preview weekend is an immersive initiation into this month-long cultural odyssey.
Miami Modern + Contemporary, presented by Art Miami, promises a new international fair that will bring together over 70 international galleries spanning blue-chip contemporary, postwar, and modern material alongside emerging and mid-career artists. By positioning itself as a de facto kickoff fair for the new year, it allows galleries to build on December momentum while keeping inventory already in the US and Miami.
FOG Design+Art returns to Fort Mason Center with a tightly edited roster of more than 60 international galleries, offering a global exhibitor base paired with an expanded presentation of FOG FOCUS, which highlights artists in earlier stages of their careers. The fair sharpenes its identity as both a marketplace and platform, complemented by FOG Talks and FOG MRKT.
The London Art Fair has been a mainstay of the U.K.'s art calendar for 38 years, offering collectors, curators, and casual enthusiasts an annual deep dive into modern and contemporary art. This year's fair brings together a tightly curated selection of leading galleries from the UK and abroad, with a focus on balance between discovery and confidence.
In the charming historic town of Naarden in the Netherlands, NAARDEN The Art Fair will transform the fortified Grote Kerk into a vibrant art hub writ small. More than 60 galleries will present a curated selection of classic and contemporary artworks, ranging from paintings to photography and jewelry.
Art SG in Singapore takes center stage at Marina Bay Sands for its first time, bringing together 106 galleries from over 30 countries with programming that privileges context and experimentation. The fair will feature artists from across the region responding to contemporary instability without defaulting to spectacle or didacticism.
Finally, art3f Paris offers a unique and convivial atmosphere where emerging talents mingle with established names in an intimate setting. The January edition will feature a mix of paintings, sculptures, and photographs curated by a selection committee, accompanied by live music, drinks, and conversations that flow as freely as the atmosphere itself.
This is just a taste of what's in store for art enthusiasts in January 2026. From Uruguay to Singapore, each fair promises an immersive experience that will enrich your understanding of contemporary art and its place in the world today.
First up is Este Arte in Uruguay, which kicks off just days after New Year's. This high-quality and exclusive platform for contemporary art in the region features galleries from Argentina, Brazil, Chile, the US, and Europe. The fair emphasizes a balance between local Latin American artists and international trends, with single-artist displays featuring never-before-exhibited works.
Next, Los Angeles Art Show takes center stage at the LA Convention Center, showcasing over 90 galleries, museums, and nonprofit organizations from around the world. This comprehensive international contemporary art fair promises to be a broad-spectrum survey of how art is made, shown, and collected today. The event will feature paintings, sculpture, installations, photography, design, video, and performance in an expansive exhibition space.
Art lovers won't want to miss Condo London, which offers collectors and enthusiasts a blueprint for discovery across 50 galleries in 23 London spaces. Each host gallery co-curates with visiting galleries or divides its spaces to give the visiting gallery square footage to mount its own display. The preview weekend is an immersive initiation into this month-long cultural odyssey.
Miami Modern + Contemporary, presented by Art Miami, promises a new international fair that will bring together over 70 international galleries spanning blue-chip contemporary, postwar, and modern material alongside emerging and mid-career artists. By positioning itself as a de facto kickoff fair for the new year, it allows galleries to build on December momentum while keeping inventory already in the US and Miami.
FOG Design+Art returns to Fort Mason Center with a tightly edited roster of more than 60 international galleries, offering a global exhibitor base paired with an expanded presentation of FOG FOCUS, which highlights artists in earlier stages of their careers. The fair sharpenes its identity as both a marketplace and platform, complemented by FOG Talks and FOG MRKT.
The London Art Fair has been a mainstay of the U.K.'s art calendar for 38 years, offering collectors, curators, and casual enthusiasts an annual deep dive into modern and contemporary art. This year's fair brings together a tightly curated selection of leading galleries from the UK and abroad, with a focus on balance between discovery and confidence.
In the charming historic town of Naarden in the Netherlands, NAARDEN The Art Fair will transform the fortified Grote Kerk into a vibrant art hub writ small. More than 60 galleries will present a curated selection of classic and contemporary artworks, ranging from paintings to photography and jewelry.
Art SG in Singapore takes center stage at Marina Bay Sands for its first time, bringing together 106 galleries from over 30 countries with programming that privileges context and experimentation. The fair will feature artists from across the region responding to contemporary instability without defaulting to spectacle or didacticism.
Finally, art3f Paris offers a unique and convivial atmosphere where emerging talents mingle with established names in an intimate setting. The January edition will feature a mix of paintings, sculptures, and photographs curated by a selection committee, accompanied by live music, drinks, and conversations that flow as freely as the atmosphere itself.
This is just a taste of what's in store for art enthusiasts in January 2026. From Uruguay to Singapore, each fair promises an immersive experience that will enrich your understanding of contemporary art and its place in the world today.
I did a quick stat dump on this thread and here's what I found:
. I think this January lineup is going to be EPIC! 
Can't wait to see all these amazing artists and galleries come together under one roof. 
i've been following a few of these for years now and it's always so inspiring to see all the different galleries and artists coming together. i think what i love most about art fairs is how they bring people together - whether it's collectors, curators, or just art lovers like me who are just excited to learn more.
! With so many international events taking place across the globe, it's clear that contemporary art is continuing to thrive and evolve. The emphasis on showcasing local Latin American artists alongside international trends is particularly noteworthy, as it highlights the rich cultural diversity of the region.
. As we navigate an increasingly complex world, it's essential that we continue to engage with art on multiple levels – intellectually, emotionally, and visually.
. Like, isn't it already January? Can't we just have a chill month without all this excitement? And don't even get me started on how crowded and touristy all these events are gonna be... I mean, who needs 90+ galleries when you can just stay home and watch YouTube art tutorials 
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! it's gonna be a whole month of art overload and i am here. for. it. each fair has its own vibe and I love how they all bring something different to the table... from uruguay to paris, there's something for everyone. i'm especially stoked about FOG Design+Art in sf - their focus on emerging artists is always so inspiring 
. and art SG in singapore? already sounds like a game-changer 
is it true that some art fairs are being held in super cool locations like historic towns and old churches? i saw naarden the art fair is being held in a fortified church in the netherlands... sounds so cool! do they have wifi there tho? 
u think it's just about galleries & artists, but really it's about connection 
people meetin', ideas sharin', new thrills discoverin'... that's what makes life worth livin' 
and art sg in singapore with its focus on experimentation and context? i'm down for some mind blown art experiences 
gotta get to these fairs ASAP, anyones got tickets lined up yet 
it's like, we get to see the best of our own community and then introduce ourselves to new trends and styles 
fyi, have any of you guys been to any of these art fairs? 
all those galleries in one spot is like a treasure hunt for art lovers 
plus i'm excited about art sg in singapore 
