Art Basel 2026: Hong Kong

Art Basel is one of the region’s biggest and most respected art events, bringing together established artists and new emerging talent from around the globe.

What happens?

Art Basel brings together leading galleries, collectors, artists, and art enthusiasts in a global celebration of creativity. Founded in Switzerland in 1970, the fair has since expanded to Miami Beach, Hong Kong, and Paris, making it a key event in the international art calendar.

Each edition features a diverse range of works, from modern masterpieces to cutting-edge contemporary pieces, spanning painting, sculpture, photography, installations, and digital art. The fair also fosters conversations, special projects, and collaborations, making it a hub for cultural exchange and artistic innovation.

Schedule 2025

Scheduled to unfold at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre from March 28 to 30, with preview days on March 26 and 27, this esteemed art fair is poised to host over 200 galleries from 40 countries and territories in its 2025 edition.

Highlights 2025

Here are some highlights we’re looking forward to:

• In and Out of Tokyo: Aki Sasamoto & Koki Tanaka (March 28)
  Artists Aki Sasamoto and Koki Tanaka discuss how their work blends performance, multimedia, and storytelling to challenge artistic boundaries. This talk explores how their unique approaches shape contemporary Japanese art.
• Indigenous Songs: Performance by Mayunkiki (March 28)
  Ainu musician Mayunkiki performs traditional Ainu songs, followed by a discussion with Toshiaki Ishikura on preserving and reinterpreting Ainu cultural heritage in modern art.
• Edifice Complex: Sameer Kulavoor (Booth 1C47)
  Presented by TARQ Gallery, Sameer Kulavoor’s work examines the rapid transformation of urban landscapes, using sequential drawings and unconventional materials to depict megacity growth and decay.

Notable galleries to watch out for include:

• Gagosian – A global powerhouse showcasing blue-chip artists like Picasso and Warhol.
• Blindspot Gallery – A Hong Kong-based space specializing in conceptual photography and media art.
• Perrotin – Known for playful, contemporary works by Takashi Murakami.
• White Cube – A major name in cutting-edge contemporary and conceptual art.
• Jhaveri Contemporary – Focuses on South Asian artists and post-colonial narratives.
• Kaikai Kiki – Founded by Takashi Murakami, blending pop culture and fine art.

Tickets 2025

Tickets for Art Basel Hong Kong are available online only, with discounted prices until March 16.

General admission details:

• Single-day tickets (March 28–30): From HK$350.00
• Two-day pass (March 28–29): HK$1,180.00
• Vernissage access (March 27, 4–8 p.m.): HK$0.00

Concession tickets available for students, seniors, and people with disabilities.