Art Basel Hong Kong 2021 Postponed to May Due to Pandemic
Art Basel Hong Kong 2021 has been postponed from March to May 21–23 (with previews on May 19–20) at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The decision was made in consultation with galleries, collectors, and partners to maximize participation while ensuring health and safety. Adeline Ooi, Director Asia of Art Basel, stated that moving the fair to May is the right decision given travel restrictions. Meanwhile, Art Basel Miami Beach will be held digitally from December 4–6 as OVR: Miami Beach, featuring 255 galleries from 30 countries and approximately 2,500 works from 1900 to present. Noah Horowitz, Director Americas, highlighted the quality of exhibitions prepared by galleries. The 2020 art fair season was marked by cancellations and postponements due to the pandemic.
Key facts
- Art Basel Hong Kong 2021 postponed from March to May 21–23, 2021.
- Preview days are May 19–20, 2021.
- Venue: Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre.
- Decision made due to COVID-19 pandemic and travel restrictions.
- Adeline Ooi, Director Asia of Art Basel, announced the postponement.
- Art Basel Miami Beach 2020 held digitally as OVR: Miami Beach from December 4–6.
- OVR: Miami Beach features 255 galleries from 30 countries.
- Approximately 2,500 works from 1900 to present will be shown.
Entities
Institutions
- Art Basel
- Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre
Locations
- Hong Kong
- China
- Miami Beach
- United States
- Florida