Festivals & Fairs
Festivals & Fairs
Art fairs, biennials, triennials, festivals and cultural manifestations — Art Basel, Frieze, TEFAF, Venice Biennale and beyond.
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Shindig Festival to Proceed with Bob Vylan Despite Licence Challenge
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The licensing committee of Wiltshire Council has approved Shindig Festival to take place this weekend at Charlton Park, located near Malmesbury, featuring the contentious punk-rap…
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Thessaloniki Biennale 2026: 'everything must change' with 50+ artists
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The 2026 edition of the Thessaloniki Biennale of Contemporary Art, titled 'everything must change. Radical Intelligence. Saloniki 9', has been officially announced. Curated by…
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Holland Festival 2026 announces Hildur Guðnadóttir as associate artist
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The 79th Holland Festival is scheduled for June 3-28, 2026, showcasing approximately 100 performances across diverse artistic disciplines, including dance, theater, music, opera,…
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Wang Shu and Lu Wenyu to Curate Venice Architecture Biennale 2027
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The Venice Architecture Biennale 2027, the 20th International Architecture Exhibition, will be curated by Chinese architects Wang Shu and Lu Wenyu, founders of Amateur…
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Cannes 2026: Léa Seydoux, Renate Reinsve e Sebastian Stan sul red carpet
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Léa Seydoux graced the Cannes festival red carpet for the second time on Monday, showcasing her role in the competition film L'inconnue (The Unknown), directed by French filmmaker…
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MIFF 2026 Draws 643 Exhibitors, Positions as Bridge Between Asian Design and Global Markets
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The Malaysian International Furniture Fair (MIFF 2026) was held from March 4 to 7, 2026, at both the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur and the Malaysia International Trade &…
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RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2026: Water, AI, and Recycled Materials Define the 113th Edition
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The 113th RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2026 opened at the Royal Hospital Chelsea, expecting 145,000 visitors to explore 18 show gardens, 21 container gardens, and the Great Pavilion.…
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Sharjah Biennial 17 Announces Title, Curators, and 109 Participants
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The Sharjah Art Foundation has announced the upcoming 17th edition of the Sharjah Biennial, themed "What remains, sits restive," scheduled to take place from January 21 to June…
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ZClub Galería Brings 'Tu casa es tu casa' to PhotoEspaña
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A notable group exhibition titled "Tu casa es tu casa" will be showcased at ZClub Galería in Mexico as part of PhotoEspaña. This exhibition, curated by Marivi Pascual, is set to…
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Cannes 2026: Film Composers Take Center Stage at Festival
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On May 18, 2026, the 79th Cannes Film Festival dedicated a full day to film composers, organized by Sacem. The day featured a masterclass, meetings, and a soirée celebrating film…
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Arthur Harari's 'L'Inconnue' Competes for Palme d'Or at Cannes
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Arthur Harari, co-screenwriter of the Palme d'Or-winning 'Anatomie d'une chute,' returns to the 79th Cannes Film Festival with his new feature 'L'Inconnue,' which explores…
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Boucheron Jewels Shine at Kering's Women in Motion Dinner During Cannes
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The 11th Women in Motion dinner took place at a picturesque château during the Cannes Film Festival, hosted by François-Henri Pinault. This exquisite event showcased Maison…
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DesignTalks 2026 explores connections at DesignMarch in Reykjavík
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DesignTalks 2026, part of the DesignMarch festival in Iceland, convened international speakers including Stefan Sagmeister, Hjalti Karlsson, and Dorte Mandrup under the theme…
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Cannes 2026: Palme d'Or Race and Jury Led by Park Chan-wook
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On Saturday, May 23, 2026, the prestigious Palme d'Or will be presented at the 79th Festival de Cannes. The jury, chaired by South Korean director Park Chan-wook, features a…
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ArtRio Launches CIGA Gallery Circuit in Rio de Janeiro
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ArtRio has revived the CIGA (Circuito Integrado de Galerias de Arte) for a one-day event on May 23, 2026, featuring 20 galleries across Rio de Janeiro's south zone and downtown.…
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Cannes Menswear Breaks Free from Black Tuxedo Tradition
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At the 2026 Cannes Film Festival, male attendees are stepping away from traditional formalwear to showcase bolder fashion choices. Actor Miles Teller opted for a stylish Zegna…
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Naïka at Cannes: First Red Carpet with John Travolta
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Singer Naïka made her first red carpet appearance at the 79th Cannes Film Festival, walking alongside John Travolta. The Franco-Haitian artist shared her cinema dreams with Nina…
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Sebastian Stan Transformed in Cristian Mungiu's 'Fjord' at Cannes 2026
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At the 2026 Cannes Film Festival, all eyes are on 'Fjord', a new drama by Romanian director Cristian Mungiu. The film features actor Sebastian Stan in a transformative role,…
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Cannes 2026: Muted Vibes, Travolta's Beret, and a Cat Steals the Show
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The 2026 Cannes Film Festival, held on the Croisette, saw a subdued atmosphere with fewer auteur-led titles, though exceptions like Jane Schoenbrun's 'Teenage Sex and Death at…
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Cannes 2024: Gray's 'Paper Tiger,' Pawlikowski's 'Fatherland,' Hamaguchi's 'All of a Sudden'
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The 2024 Cannes Film Festival features a notable lack of Hollywood blockbusters, with only two American films in competition. James Gray's 'Paper Tiger,' starring Miles Teller,…
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Museo Reina Sofía celebra Día Internacional de los Museos con música de Radio 3
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El Museo Reina Sofía en Madrid celebrará el Día Internacional de los Museos el viernes 22 de mayo con una programación musical única, gracias a una colaboración con Radio 3. Desde…
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NYC June 2026: FIFA World Cup, Tribeca Festival, and Free Summer Events
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New York City's June 2026 calendar is packed with major events including the FIFA World Cup 26 at MetLife Stadium, Tribeca Festival's 25th anniversary, and Governors Ball Music…
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Javier Bardem Denounces 'Toxic Masculinity' of Trump, Putin, Netanyahu at Cannes 2026
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At the 79th Cannes Film Festival, Spanish actor Javier Bardem delivered a politically charged speech during the press conference for Rodrigo Sorogoyen's 'L'Être Aimé,' a Palme…
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Ella Langley Sweeps ACM Awards as Shania Twain Hosts First Vegas Ceremony
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The 61st Academy of Country Music Awards made its debut in Las Vegas, moving away from its usual spot in Frisco, Texas, with Shania Twain taking on the role of host. The events…
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ArtPhilly Launches Inaugural Festival 'What Now: 2026' for US Semiquincentennial
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ArtPhilly, founded by Katherine Sachs and led by Creative and Executive Director Bill Adair, will launch its inaugural city-wide festival titled 'What Now: 2026' on May 27, 2026,…
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Cannes 2026: Canal+ and Vincent Bolloré controversy rocks film festival
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The 2026 Cannes Film Festival has been overshadowed by a deepening crisis involving Canal+ and its majority shareholder Vincent Bolloré. A petition signed by 600 film…
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Dezeen hosts talks with Villeroy & Boch, Bisley, Andreu World at Clerkenwell Design Week
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Dezeen has partnered with Villeroy & Boch, Bisley, Andreu World, and Johnstone's Trade for a series of talks during Clerkenwell Design Week 2026, held from 19 to 21 May across…
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Sonia Chiambretto Honored at Festival Aux Quatre Coins du Mot
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The ninth edition of the Festival Aux Quatre Coins du Mot, held in La Charité-sur-Loire over the Ascension weekend, centers on the theme 'Paroles données' and marks the 80th…
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Frieze New York 2026 Closes with Strong Sales and Record Attendance
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Frieze New York 2026 concluded on Sunday, May 17, marking its 15th edition as part of a bustling New York Art Week. The fair featured 68 galleries from 25 countries and attracted…
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Biennale di Venezia 2026: Tour dei Giardini e del Padiglione Centrale
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Il secondo episodio dell'Art Tour di BIANCOSCURO esplora i Giardini della 61. Biennale di Venezia, curata da Koyo Kouoh con il progetto 'In Minor Keys'. Il Padiglione Centrale,…
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Harry Melling on His Intimate and Reckless Role in Butterfly Jam
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Harry Melling returns to Cannes for the second consecutive year, starring as Marat, a reckless, mustached lowlife in New Jersey's Circassian community, in Kantemir Balagov's film…
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Frieze and TEFAF New York 2026 Report Strong Sales and Institutional Acquisitions
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In its 15th edition at The Shed, Frieze New York drew an impressive crowd of 25,000 attendees from 75 nations. The event introduced the Sherman Family Foundation Acquisition Fund,…
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Celebrity Gardeners and Floral Fashion at Chelsea Flower Show 2026
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The 2026 RHS Chelsea Flower Show commenced at the Royal Hospital Chelsea in London, showcasing a blend of celebrity engagements and creative garden installations focused on…
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DEMO Festival 2027 open call: motion designers invited to submit work for global public screens
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The DEMO Festival 2027, established by Studio Dumbar/DEPT®, has begun accepting free entries from motion designers across the globe. This festival reimagines public advertising…
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K-pop group Ateez to headline BST Hyde Park on June 28
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K-pop boy band Ateez has been announced as a headliner for BST Hyde Park, joining Lewis Capaldi, Pitbull, and Maroon 5. The eight-member group will perform on Sunday, June 28,…
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Various Others 2026: Bodies in Transition and Persian Miniature Inspirations
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The ninth iteration of Various Others commenced in Munich, showcasing exhibitions centered around bodies in transitional phases. At Jahn und Jahn, viewers could admire Jana…
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Hessen and Rhine-Main Region Showcase Diverse Cultural Highlights
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The cultural landscape in Hessen and the Rhine-Main region is presenting a vibrant panorama of exhibitions, concerts, and festivals. Urban spaces are increasingly becoming open…
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Cannes 2026: US Independent Cinema Rises as Hollywood Studios Stay Away
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At the 2026 Cannes Film Festival, the absence of major Hollywood studio productions has sparked debate about the state of American cinema. However, two US independent films are…
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Pegah Ahangarani's 'Viendra la révolution' Premieres at Cannes 2026
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At the 2026 Cannes Film Festival, exiled Iranian filmmaker Pegah Ahangarani presented her documentary 'Viendra la révolution' in a special screening. The film spans 47 years of…
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Chaya Czernowin's Witten Festival Retrospective Confronts Global Crises
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The 2026 Witten Days for New Chamber Music in Germany's Ruhr Valley featured Israeli-born composer Chaya Czernowin as its central figure, with multiple concerts dedicated to her…
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