Sydney Contemporary, Australasia's premier art fair, celebrates its 10th anniversary edition - over a decade at the heart of Australia’s contemporary art market.
Sydney Contemporary in partnership with MA Financial Group, returns to Carriageworks from 3–6 September 2026 (Collector Preview 2 September) for its 10th edition!
Since launching in 2013, the Fair has evolved alongside Australia’s changing art scene – from a bold biennial proposition to Australasia’s leading annual platform for contemporary art. Over nine editions, it has welcomed thousands of collectors, curators and art lovers, generated more than $100 million in art sales, and become an essential meeting point for living artists, galleries, and institutions.
For five days each spring, Carriageworks becomes the centre of the art world – ambitious, energetic, commercial, and unmistakably Sydney.
The 10th edition celebrates the energy and ambition that built Sydney Contemporary – and looks ahead to the artists, galleries and collectors shaping what comes next.
“As a gallerist who has had the privilege of attending and exhibiting at many, many art fairs around the world, I can confidently say that this year’s Sydney Contemporary was on the best I’ve ever experienced. There was an undeniable sense of optimism in the air, just the antidote the art world needed.”
Danielle Renshaw
The Renshaws
“The Fair was a true gathering of the faithful – a place to experience the very best art from the remarkable artists you represent, alongside the rising stars shaping the future. With such a dedicated team and strong leadership, the future looks very bright indeed.”
Christopher Hodges
Utopia Art Sydney
“Another edition allowing galleries like COMA to connect with the entirety of our region in a buoyant and exciting environment. Collectors seem to be eager to lean about new artists more than ever, a very promising sign for the future of the fair and the city.”
Sotiris Sotiriou
COMA
“This years edition brought a dynamic clientele within a vibrant presentation of galleries, where we were pleased to showcase our curated booth of groundbreaking new works that reflect the breadth of our programme. We very much look forward to another successful Sydney Contemporary next year.”
Victoria Scott
Roslyn Oxley9 Gallery
Sydney Contemporary presents galleries from Australia, New Zealand, and beyond to showcase cutting-edge creativity. This is the event to experience the very best in contemporary art today.
Be part of Australasia’s largest and most exciting contemporary art fair! Sydney Contemporary offers an unparalleled experience for art lovers and collectors to discover and acquire exceptional works.
Sydney Contemporary
Photo Sydney
Photo Sydney is a bold new fair within a fair dedicated to showcasing exceptional contemporary photography.
Talks
Sharp, engaging conversations on themes in contemporary art, architecture, and design. Expect lively discussions, surprising insights, and plenty of inspiration!
100+ Galleries
See the most exciting contemporary art come together under one roof. Expect bold gallery presentations, a cutting-edge program, and a buzzing atmosphere from day to night!
Dynamic Program
Cutting-edge exhibitions, live performances, immersive installations, and thought-provoking talks brings the art world to life.
Hear from prominent figures of the Sydney Contemporary art scene – artists, gallerists, curators, collectors and cultural figures.
