Contemporary Istanbul Begins at Tersane Istanbul with its 21st Edition
Bringing together artists and galleries from different geographies, the event will welcome art enthusiasts with a rich array of projects and exhibitions.
The twenty-first edition of Contemporary Istanbul is preparing to open its doors at Tersane Istanbul between September 23-27, 2026, with Akbank as the main partner.
Fair Dates and Location
The twenty-first edition of Contemporary Istanbul, organized with the main partnership of Akbank, will take place at Tersane Istanbul between September 23-27, 2026.
Gallery and Participant Distribution
This year, a total of 70 contemporary art galleries from 16 countries will take part in the event, 22 of which will participate in the fair for the first time.
Focus: Asia Section
Focusing on the diverse art scenes of Asia, the Focus: Asia section will bring together artists and galleries from various geographies in Istanbul.
Special Projects and Installations
Site-specific installations, large-scale sculptures, and interactive works spread across different locations of Tersane Istanbul will meet with the audience.
Featured Artist Works
Works by names such as Chisato Matsumoto, Sheikh Rashid Al Khalifa, Shozo Shimamoto, Johnny Depp, and Jaume Plensa, along with a tribute presentation for Mustafa Horasan, will be featured in the exhibition.