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Best art fairs and art festivals in London

Discover works by famous and emerging artists at annual art fairs in London.
The courtyard at Somerset House, with a marquee in the centre and people milling around the courtyard.
Photo London at Somerset House. Image courtesy of Photo London.

From fine art to photography, the expensive to the affordable, there’s something for every art collector to enjoy at London’s best art fairs. 

Art fairs in London

The London Art Fair at the Business Design Centre

Big exhibition hall with gallery stands

The London Art Fair showcases the works of established, emerging and often overlooked artists, as modern and contemporary galleries combine to host this annual art fair at the Business Design Centre. Other activities include talks and workshops, giving you an insight into the art world. January

Collect Art Fair at Somerset House

Explore the leading international fair for contemporary craft and design at Somerset House. Presented by Crafts Council, Collect Art Fair offers collectors the chance to acquire new, museum-quality handcrafted artworks from some of 21st Century's finest craft talent. February to March

Affordable Art Fair at Battersea Park

If you’re keen to collect but not sure where to start or have a limited budget, the Affordable Art Fair is a great place to forage. Browse the galleries selling works from emerging UK artists, priced at between £50 and £6,000, and discover immersive installations at this event held in Battersea Park. The Affordable Art Fair now runs twice a year, with the spring fair taking place in March and the autumn fair being held in October.

Photo London at Somerset House

If photography’s more your bag, Photo London in Somerset House showcases the artform with leading galleries and publishers alongside lesser-known exhibitors. Find emerging stars in its Discovery section, look out for special exhibitions and join talks, walks and more events. May

British Art Fair at Saatchi Gallery

The British Art Fair presents the best of modern British and contemporary art for sale, gathering top dealers to discuss the artists, their work and give specialist guidance on collecting. Full of paintings, drawings and prints by Britain’s most renowned artists, it’s a great opportunity to receive first-rate advice on collecting art. September

Frieze art fairs in Regent’s Park

Two bronze human-like sculptures clothed in white fabric at Frieze Art Fair 2018.

Discover works from leading galleries across the world as Frieze London and Frieze Masters come together in Regent’s Park each October. There’s also a chance to enjoy artist talks, screenings and more arty events. October

Art festivals in London

London Craft Week

Celebrate craftmanship and creativity from around the world at London Craft Week. With a curated programme of events located across the capital – including exhibitions, installations, talks and workshops – immerse yourself in the world of craft and admire the work of established and emerging artists, makers and designers. May

London Design Festival

An aerial view from above of Please Be Seated by Paul Cocksedge, which is made up of three concentric gold-coloured circles.

Design is put in focus across London at the London Design Festival each September. Spot varied works by artists, architects and designers as they pop-up in the capital and look out for dedicated “Design Districts”, which host installations and events as part of the festival. September

London Mural Festival

Colourful street art mural featuring a portrait of a black woman with bright dots of colour around her face, including blue, orange and pink splashes of colour, on brick London wall.

See more than 100 murals across the city with London's biggest street art celebration, the London Mural Festival taking place throughout September. Spot works by some of the world's best street artists and discover an incredible programme of live events, artist talks, tours and workshops. September

London Sculpture Week

Orange marble sculpture of a house on stilts surrounded by grey buildings.

Join the capital’s creative spirit as London transforms public spaces into striking outdoor sculptural areas during London Sculpture Week. Set out to highlight the power of public art in the city, join art tours, family-friendly workshops and live artist performances around the capital. Coinciding with London Sculpture Week, check out striking installations at Sculpture in the City and join a diverse programme of events. September