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• Cannes 2026 lineup signals major shift away from Hollywood dominance festival-fair

  The upcoming 2026 Cannes Film Festival, scheduled for May 12-23, reveals a marked reduction in American films, featuring just two entries in competition: Ira Sachs's 'The Man I…

• Silvia Calderoni and Ilenia Caleo's 'temporale {a lesbian tragedy}' to premiere at Angelo Mai in Rome, April 2026 festival-fair

  Silvia Calderoni and Ilenia Caleo will present their performance piece, 'temporale {a lesbian tragedy}', at Angelo Mai in Rome on April 17, 18, and 19, 2026. This work explores…

• Jazzahead! 2026 Opens with 38 Artists and Big Bands in Bremen festival-fair

  Jazzahead! 2026, the 20th edition of this hybrid trade fair, conference, and showcase festival, runs from April 22 to 25 in Bremen and the surrounding region, including…

• Museum of Fine Arts Boston Marks 50th Anniversary of Art in Bloom Floral Exhibition festival-fair

  From May 1 to 3, the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston commemorates the 50th year of its Art in Bloom exhibition, enhancing galleries with floral designs inspired by artworks. Initiated…

• Venice Biennale Faces EU Funding Threat Over Russian Pavilion, Qatar Launches Ambitious National Pavilion festival-fair

  The 61st Venice Biennale is set to commence on May 9, taking place at the Giardini, Arsenale, and several locations throughout the city, all while facing political unrest as the…

• Milan Design Week 2026 Expands with Installations by MAD Architects, JR, and Snøhetta Across Historic Venues festival-fair

  Milan Design Week 2026 is scheduled from April 20 to 26, embracing the Fuorisalone theme 'Be the Project,' which emphasizes the design process. This year's event will extend into…

• Watches & Wonders 2026: High-End Enthusiasts Drive Industry Amid Challenges festival-fair

  The watch industry faces its most difficult period in 2026, according to analysts. Brands are increasingly focusing on premium customers who are passionate about luxury…

• Melbourne International Comedy Festival 2026 Funny Tonne Reviews Highlight Emerging Comedians festival-fair

  ArtsHub, in collaboration with the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, is presenting critiques from the 2026 Funny Tonne competition. The announcement of the winner will be…

• Watches and Wonders Geneva Showcases Young Innovators and Startups festival-fair

  The Watches and Wonders Geneva event features a significant presence of startups and students from creative and technical disciplines. Their participation contributes an…

• First Bienal de Yucatán to launch in Mérida in 2026 with Abraham Cruzvillegas as artistic director festival-fair

  Mérida, capital of Mexico's Yucatán state, will host the inaugural Bienal de Yucatán from 26 November 2026 to 28 February 2027. French-born patron Catherine Petitgas, who founded…

• BINI Becomes First Filipino Act to Perform at Coachella 2026 festival-fair

  The eight-member Filipino girl group BINI made history at Coachella 2026 by becoming the first act from the Philippines to perform at the Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival.…

• Museo Carmen Thyssen Málaga presents Tangentes, a 2026 performance cycle linking dance and visual arts festival-fair

  The Museo Carmen Thyssen Málaga will host Tangentes, a performance cycle connecting contemporary dance and performance practices with visual arts. Running from April 15 to May 6,…

• Alice Diop and Angel Bat Dawid collaborate on 'Black Venus' performance at Banlieues Bleues festival festival-fair

  Filmmaker Alice Diop and musician Angel Bat Dawid have created a collaborative performance titled 'Black Venus' for the Banlieues Bleues festival. Their work centers on poet Robin…

• MASA 2026 Festival Opens in Abidjan with Performances Across City Districts festival-fair

  The 14th edition of MASA, a biennial performing arts festival, has launched in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire, with events scheduled from April 12-16, 2026. The festival features diverse…

• Watches & Wonders 2026 to Feature 65 Brands in Geneva with Anniversaries and New Launches festival-fair

  Watches & Wonders 2026, the watch industry's premier annual event, is scheduled from 14 to 20 April 2026 in Geneva. Over 65 brands will participate, with key exhibitors including…

• Biennale Jogja 18 Explores Javanese Knowledge with Uneven Results festival-fair

  The 18th Biennale Jogja, named 'KAWRUH: Land of Rooted Practices,' delves into Javanese experiential wisdom while facing organizational hurdles. Scheduled for two…

• Biennale di Venezia's Educational Initiative Hosts Dance Happening and Workshops in Mestre for 2026 festival-fair

  On Sunday, May 17, 2026, the Biennale di Venezia's Educational initiative, Parco aperto 2026, will host a free public dance happening at the Pattinodromo Arcobaleno in Parco…

• Coachella 2026 Art Program Features Immersive Installations by Sabine Marcelis and Others festival-fair

  The art program for Coachella 2026 features innovative immersive installations from Dutch artist Sabine Marcelis, architect Kyriakos Chatziparaskevas from London, and The Los…

• Offset performs at Coachella 2026 in wheelchair after Florida shooting, Justin Bieber returns, Karol G makes history festival-fair

  Offset performed at Coachella 2026 just days after being shot outside Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood in Florida on April 6. The rapper, whose real name is Kiari Kendrell Cephus,…

• Thailand Biennale 2025 Explores Phuket's Complex Realities Beyond Tourism festival-fair

  The fourth Thailand Biennale, titled 'Eternal [Kalpa]', is being held until April 30, 2026, at 19 locations throughout Phuket. Curated by Hera Chan, the event seeks to challenge…

• Coachella 2026 integrates immersive art installations and visual communication projects festival-fair

  Coachella 2026, held in the California desert, emphasizes artistic experiences alongside its music lineup through new installations and visual projects. Sabine Marcelis designed…

• Coachella 2026 Stage Designs Showcase Architectural Innovation from Stufish and Silent House festival-fair

  The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival 2026 featured diverse stage productions by entertainment architects Stufish and lighting designers Silent House Studios. Sabrina…

• ROOM FOR DREAMS Unveils Full Program of Talks and Films for Milan Design Week 2026 festival-fair

  ROOM FOR DREAMS has revealed its lineup for Milan Design Week 2026, scheduled from April 20 to 26 at ME Milan Il Duca. The event will feature discussions with notable designers…

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

  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…

• Coachella 2026 draws criticism for influencer dominance and high-profile performances festival-fair

  The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival 2026 concluded its first weekend in Indio, California, featuring headliners Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber, and Karol G. Bieber's…

• Abidjan Art Week Expands with Night Gallery Tours and International Artists festival-fair

  The third edition of Abidjan art week took place from last Tuesday to Sunday, featuring extended hours at various galleries and museums, highlighted by the Night of the Galleries,…

• Berlin's Art Week: Abramović Exhibition, Affordable Art Fair, and Feminist Symposiums festival-fair

  The exhibition 'Balkan Erotic Epic' by Marina Abramović will debut at Gropius Bau on April 14 and will be on display until August 23, 2026. The Affordable Art Fair Berlin is set…

• Coachella 2026 Festival Highlights Performances and Installations in California festival-fair

  The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival took place in Indio, California in April 2026, featuring diverse musical performances across multiple stages and tents. Headliners…

• Discovery Art Fair Cologne 2026 Showcases Contemporary Art with Focus on New Talent and Accessibility festival-fair

  The 11th edition of Discovery Art Fair Cologne will take place from April 23 to 26, 2026, at XPOST in Cologne, Germany. This annual spring fair features 117 selected galleries and…

• Maitreyi Karanth's 'Maitriarchy' Stand-Up Show at Melbourne International Comedy Festival festival-fair

  Hong Kong-based comedian Maitreyi Karanth presents her Australian debut show 'Maitriarchy' at Ballers Clubhouse in Melbourne until April 19 as part of the Melbourne International…

• Anisa Nandaula's 'No Small Talk' Showcases Rising Comedian at Melbourne International Comedy Festival 2026 festival-fair

  Anisa Nandaula is showcasing her second full-length comedy show, 'No Small Talk,' at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, which will run until April 19, 2026. Recognized…

• PinkPantheress Brings 'Cinematic Club' Aesthetic to Coachella 2026 Performance festival-fair

  British singer PinkPantheress performed at Coachella in 2026, describing the experience as surreal with perfect timing following the success of her 2025 mixtape 'Fancy That'. Her…

• Slayyyter's DIY Outfit Highlights Coachella 2026 Debut festival-fair

  Pop artist Slayyyter made her first appearance at the 2026 Coachella music festival in Indio, California, performing a Friday night set that featured tracks from her recent album…

• Justin Bieber's 2026 Coachella Set Marks Major Comeback with Nostalgic Hits and New Material festival-fair

  Justin Bieber headlined Coachella on April 16, 2026, delivering his first major live performance in four years after canceling his Justice world tour due to health issues. The…

• Art Düsseldorf 2026 Appoints Artistic Director and Features 119 Galleries festival-fair

  Art Düsseldorf 2026 will host its most diverse edition yet with 119 galleries, blending regional roots and an international program across painting, sculpture, and experimental…

• Olivier Awards 2024 Celebrates British Theatre with Star-Studded Green Carpet and Paddington Musical Dominance festival-fair

  In April, the 2024 Olivier Awards took place at the Royal Albert Hall in London, with Nick Mohammed as the host. A notable feature of the event was a sustainable green carpet…

• Milano Art Week 2026 Features miart Fair with 160 Galleries and New Established Anthology Section festival-fair

  Milano Art Week 2026 runs from April 13 to 19, 2026, centered around the miart fair at the South Wing of Allianz MiCo in Milan. The 30th edition of this modern and contemporary…

• Makers and Shakers Market Returns to Melbourne with 185 Australian-Made Stalls festival-fair

  The Makers and Shakers Market returns to Melbourne/Naarm on April 18th and 19th at the Royal Exhibition Building. Featuring 185 Australian-made stalls, the event showcases…

• Art Düsseldorf Rebrands Under New Artistic Director Gilles Neiens festival-fair

  Art Düsseldorf enters a new phase after eight years with the appointment of its first artistic director, Gilles Neiens. The fair's structure and organization are now established,…

• Cannes 2026 Announces Lineup with Park Chan-wook as Jury President, Streisand and Jackson Honored festival-fair

  Scheduled from May 12 to 23, 2026, the 79th Cannes Film Festival will spotlight international arthouse cinema. Park Chan-wook, marking a historic moment as the first Korean jury…