Art Cologne
Location
🇩🇪 Cologne, Germany
Dates
April 23–26, 2026
Region
Europe
Founded
1967
Galleries
180+
About the Fair
The world's oldest art fair and a cornerstone of the German and European art market. Art Cologne presents modern and contemporary art from leading international galleries, with a particular focus on the secondary market.
Who Exhibits
Art Cologne brings together leading internationalgalleries presenting modern and contemporary works by artists from across the globe. Exhibitors range from blue-chip institutions with decades of history to newer spaces championing the most urgent voices in contemporary art. The fair's rigorous selection process ensures an exceptionally high standard of presentation throughout.
Why Collectors Attend
For serious collectors, Art Colognerepresents one of the most concentrated opportunities to view extraordinary works, meet gallery directors, and discover artists at pivotal moments in their careers. The fair's ancillary programming — including VIP previews, curator-led tours, panel discussions, and private events — makes it an essential destination on the annual art world calendar. The concentration of institutional buyers, curators, and press also provides valuable market intelligence for collectors building significant collections.