Çanakkale Biennial meets art lovers for the 10th time with its 20-year legacy
The 10th biennial, organized for the 20th anniversary of the Çanakkale Biennial Initiative, will open its doors in October with the participation of artists from nine countries.
The Çanakkale Biennial is preparing to meet art enthusiasts for the tenth time between October 10 and November 20, 2026, under the theme "Ebb & Flow // Metcezir." During this period marking the 20th anniversary of the founding of the Çanakkale Biennial Initiative (CABININ), over 60 artists from nine countries will take part in the event with projects focusing on water, soil, and memory.
Biennial Dates and Theme
The Çanakkale Biennial will take place between October 10 and November 20, 2026. The main theme of the event has been determined as "Ebb & Flow // Metcezir."
Participating Countries and Venues
The biennial, which will feature more than 60 artists from nine different countries, will welcome art lovers across a broad geography extending from the center of Çanakkale to Troy, and from Ayvacık to Adatepe, across a total of 15 different exhibition and event venues.
Curatorial Board and Program Details
In the program prepared by the board—consisting of Deniz Erbaş, Ebru Nalan Sülün, Halil Yoleri, Loukia Thomopoulou, Seyhan Boztepe, Vince Briffa, Yasemin Ülgen, and Gu Zhenqing—exhibitions will be accompanied by performances, panels, talks, and workshops.
Event Venues
The Troy Museum, MAHAL, Ayvacık Tartışık Village, Adatepe Olive Oil Museum, Adatepe İda Blue, the Assos Güneşane Foundation, and the Fish Market are among the prominent event venues of the biennial.
International Projects and Exhibitions
Within the scope of the program, international projects such as "Sea Villas – Ecological Transitions" and "Gravitas – Cultural Heritage Regional Art Network" will meet art lovers for the first time. Additionally, a ceramics-focused selection curated by Yasemin Ülgen will be exhibited at the Troy Museum.