EXPO Chicago 2026 Reports Strong Sales, Circulation(s) Festival in Paris, Soho House Tokyo Opens

EXPO Chicago 2026 wrapped up with nearly 35,000 attendees and strong sales, showcasing over 130 galleries under the leadership of Director Kate Sierzputowski and Curator Essence Harden. The event featured sections like Focus and Profile to highlight emerging artists and collaborated with the Obama Presidential Center. New programs such as EXPO Projects aimed to foster community engagement. Meanwhile, the 16th Circulation(s) Festival of Young European Photography is ongoing at CENTQUATRE-Paris until May 17, presenting works from 26 photographers across 15 nations. In Tokyo's Aoyama district, Soho House debuted its first Japanese venue, a 75,000-square-foot club with 42 guest rooms. Hermès is also set to grow with its 25th leather goods workshop near Bordeaux, while Vancouver's first supertall skyscraper at 595 West Georgia Street reaches over 1,033 feet. Additional highlights include Sabine Marcelis at Coachella and collaborations involving March LA.B, Comme des Garçons, and Paulin, Paulin, Paulin.