Sydney Contemporary is Australasia’s premier art fair - the largest and most diverse gathering of leading contemporary art galleries in the region.
Sydney Contemporary, in partnership with MA Financial Group, returns to Carriageworks from 3 – 6 September 2026 (Collector Preview 2 September), the first week of spring!
Discover and collect works from 100+ galleries and over 500 artists, presented across four distinct sectors and accompanied by a dynamic public program. Experience four days of bold gallery presentations, large-scale installations, experimental live performances, thought-provoking panel discussions, Champagne, and spectacle!
“As a gallerist who has had the privilege of attending and exhibiting at many, many art fairs around the world, I can confidently say that this year’s Sydney Contemporary was on the best I’ve ever experienced. There was an undeniable sense of optimism in the air, just the antidote the art world needed.”
Danielle Renshaw
The Renshaws
“The Fair was a true gathering of the faithful – a place to experience the very best art from the remarkable artists you represent, alongside the rising stars shaping the future. With such a dedicated team and strong leadership, the future looks very bright indeed.”
Christopher Hodges
Utopia Art Sydney
“Another edition allowing galleries like COMA to connect with the entirety of our region in a buoyant and exciting environment. Collectors seem to be eager to lean about new artists more than ever, a very promising sign for the future of the fair and the city.”
Sotiris Sotiriou
COMA
“This years edition brought a dynamic clientele within a vibrant presentation of galleries, where we were pleased to showcase our curated booth of groundbreaking new works that reflect the breadth of our programme. We very much look forward to another successful Sydney Contemporary next year.”
Victoria Scott
Roslyn Oxley9 Gallery
Sydney Contemporary presents galleries from Australia, New Zealand, and beyond to showcase cutting-edge creativity. This is the event to experience the very best in contemporary art today.
Be part of Australasia’s largest and most exciting contemporary art fair! Sydney Contemporary offers an unparalleled experience for art lovers and collectors to discover and acquire exceptional works.
Sydney Contemporary
Photo Sydney
Photo Sydney is a bold new fair within a fair dedicated to showcasing exceptional contemporary photography.
Talks
Sharp, engaging conversations on themes in contemporary art, architecture, and design. Expect lively discussions, surprising insights, and plenty of inspiration!
100+ Galleries
See the most exciting contemporary art come together under one roof. Expect bold gallery presentations, a cutting-edge program, and a buzzing atmosphere from day to night!
Dynamic Program
Cutting-edge exhibitions, live performances, immersive installations, and thought-provoking talks brings the art world to life.
Featured Artworks
Explore a curated selection from across the fair’s four distinct sectors. Click through to explore artworks, discover new artists, and get a feel for the diversity and energy of Sydney Contemporary 2025.
Hear from prominent figures of the Sydney Contemporary art scene – artists, gallerists, curators, collectors and cultural figures.
