Expo Chicago

Region

US - Mid West

Timing

April/May (Typically)

Dates

2026
Monday
Feb
16
- 02
Mar
Confirmed
Various, London
2026
Tuesday
Feb
17
Confirmed
Various, London
2026
Thursday
Feb
19
- 23
Feb

Overview

The International Exposition of Contemporary & Modern Art (EXPO CHICAGO) returns to Navy Pier as the Midwest’s leading art fair, bringing together galleries, curators, and collectors from around the world. With its strong institutional partnerships and citywide programming, the fair is both a marketplace and a cultural catalyst for Chicago’s vibrant art scene.

HIGHLIGHTS

🖼️ Global Gallery Presentations – Leading international galleries exhibit modern masters alongside cutting-edge contemporary artists, reflecting the breadth of today’s art market.

🌟 Curated Programs – Special sections like Profile and Exposure highlight solo presentations, emerging voices, and curated projects that spark critical dialogue.

🏛️ Institutional Engagement – Chicago’s museums and cultural organizations align major exhibitions with the fair, creating a citywide celebration of art.

✨ Conversations & Panels – The Dialogues series, organized with museum curators and thought leaders, offers insights into the most pressing issues in art and culture.

🌍 Chicago as a Cultural Hub – With its architecture, public art, and diverse creative communities, the city amplifies the fair’s role as a global meeting point for ideas and discovery.

INSIGHTS

Event General Timing
Annually held over 4 days in early/mid-April. Starts on a Thursday. (Same Day of Week)
Consistently held at Navy Pier.
Gallery applications run Summer/Fall. (Deadline is a Friday)
Tickets usually available 2 months prior.
VIP/Collector Preview is typically the Wednesday before the public opening. (Same Day of Week)
The International Exposition of Contemporary & Modern Art (EXPO CHICAGO) returns to Navy Pier as the Midwest’s leading art fair, bringing together galleries, curators, and collectors from around the world. With its strong institutional partnerships and citywide programming, the fair is both a marketplace and a cultural catalyst for Chicago’s vibrant art scene.
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