Frieze London 2026: Ten Must-See Shows Beyond the Fair
October 2026 sees London's art landscape in full swing, with Regent's Park hosting both Frieze London and Frieze Masters, while Berkeley Square showcases design-centric exhibitors at PAD London. To capitalize on the arrival of collectors and curators, galleries throughout the city unveil their most ambitious shows. Noteworthy features include Goodman Gallery's global debut of a new stop-motion film by renowned South African artist William Kentridge. At Annely Juda Fine Art, Nicola Turner displays an extensive wool and horsehair installation on the gallery's Georgian front. NEVEN in East London exhibits sculptures crafted from repurposed materials. Additional openings include Cece Philips at Public Gallery and Joana Galego at Soho Revue, both commencing at 11pm, highlighting the city's strategic alignment with the international fair calendar.
Key facts
- Frieze London and Frieze Masters take place in Regent's Park in October 2026.
- PAD London is held in Berkeley Square, drawing design-oriented visitors.
- Goodman Gallery hosts the global premiere of a new stop-motion film by William Kentridge.
- Nicola Turner creates a work from wool and horsehair on the Georgian façade of Annely Juda Fine Art.
- Soho Revue presents Portuguese painter Joana Galego on Greek Street.
- NEVEN in East London exhibits sculptures made from discarded materials.
- Cece Philips shows at Public Gallery.
- London galleries time their major exhibitions to coincide with Frieze London.
Entities
Artists
- William Kentridge
- Nicola Turner
- Joana Galego
- Cece Philips
Institutions
- Frieze London
- Frieze Masters
- PAD London
- Goodman Gallery
- Annely Juda Fine Art
- Soho Revue
- NEVEN
- Public Gallery
Locations
- London
- United Kingdom
- Regent's Park
- Berkeley Square
- Greek Street
- East London
- South Africa
Sources
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