this is art
Everything is labelled, but nothing is explained. The past is sold in editions of eight. The present is having a moment near the bar. The future? It’s that strange structure in the middle no one knows how to approach. Still, you circle it. You pretend to understand. There are galleries. There are Indigenous art centres. There is a work that must not be touched but no one remembers why.
19–22 February 2026
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
this is melbourne
Four days when Melbourne belongs to art. Whether you’re a first-timer, a devotee, or just curious, secure your ticket and step inside.
Beyond the gallery presentations, a wider program unfolds. Major commissions and large scale installations interrupt your path. International video works and a series of talks nearby offer moments for pause and encounter.
From focused solo presentations to sharply curated group shows, this is where collectors and visitors alike connect with galleries and Indigenous art centres. Discover new works and make them yours.
A key event on the Australasian cultural calendar, Melbourne Art Fair is owned and produced by the Melbourne Art Foundation, a nonprofit organisation supporting the Australian arts community.
