Sydney Contemporary returns to Carriageworks from 3–6 September for its 10th edition, celebrating over a decade of cutting-edge ideas and world-class contemporary art.
There’s nothing like experiencing art in person, and nowhere does it quite like Sydney Contemporary!
From 3–6 September, Carriageworks transforms into Australasia’s premier art fair for five unforgettable days of discovery, conversation, creativity and spectacle.
Sydney Contemporary is where the art world comes alive for Australasia’s biggest celebration of contemporary art – buzzing crowds, inspiring conversations, large-scale installations, performances, talks, and unforgettable encounters with art and artists. Whether you’re a seasoned collector, curious first-timer or simply looking for the most exciting cultural event of the spring, this is the one week not to miss.
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3–6 September 2026
Carriageworks, Sydney
Principal Partner MA Financial Group
OVER A DECADE AT THE CENTRE OF CONTEMPORARY ART
10th Edition of Sydney Contemporary
Since 2013, Sydney Contemporary has grown into Australasia’s leading annual contemporary art fair, bringing together galleries, artists, collectors and institutions at Carriageworks each spring.
Across nine editions, the Fair has welcomed thousands of visitors and generated over $100 million in art sales, becoming a defining meeting point for contemporary practice in the region.
This September, the 10th edition builds on that momentum — celebrating over a decade of cutting-edge ideas, world-class contemporary art, and the galleries and artists who have shaped it along the way, while looking forward to the next 10 years of contemporary art in Australia and beyond.
DISCOVER, EXPERIENCE, COLLECT
The Galleries
At the heart of Sydney Contemporary is an exceptional line-up of 85 galleries from across Australia, New Zealand, Asia, and beyond, filling the fair with ambitious presentations.
Explore works across painting, sculpture, photography, ceramics, and more. From iconic names to the next generation of artists shaping the future of contemporary practice, every corner of the Fair offers something unexpected – with all works available to buy.
The 2026 participating galleries will be announced in June.
WHAT’S ON: FAIR PROGRAMME
Art, Conversation, Performance and Discovery Under One Roof
Alongside the gallery presentations, Sydney Contemporary expands into a full cultural program, bringing together artist talks, live performances, large-scale installations, engaging panel discussions, and special workshops unfolding across Carriageworks throughout the fair.
IN CONVERSATION
Talks
Talks bring artists, curators and cultural voices into the room for direct conversations that cut into the ideas shaping contemporary practice right now — across art, architecture, design, and collecting. Expect lively discussions, surprising insights, and plenty of inspiration!
IMMERSIVE LARGE-SCALE WORKS
Installations
Experience ambitious artworks by leading artists that go beyond the gallery booth, transforming the architecture and atmosphere of Carriageworks.
THE FAIR COMES ALIVE
Performance
Cutting edge live works unfold across the fair, activating space and bringing artists and audiences into direct encounter.
AT GALLERY BOOTHS
Artist Talks
The work tells one story, the artist tells another. Hear directly from exhibiting artists about the ideas behind the work, the process behind the ideas, and how it comes to life inside the fair.
WHAT THE PRESS SAY
OPENING CELEBRATION
Art Night at Carriageworks
Experience Sydney Contemporary at its most vibrant! Art Night marks the opening of the fair with an all encompassing evening of art, performance, music, and dining.
It’s a first encounter with the fair at full energy. Celebrate with artists, collectors and art lovers for one of the great nights on the contemporary art calendar!
Art Night tickets will go on sale in June.
A WORLD OF PHOTOGRAPHY, INSIDE THE FAIR
Photo Sydney
Launched in 2025, Photo Sydney brings together leading and emerging photographic practices from across Australia, New Zealand and the wider region.
Presented within Sydney Contemporary, the sector highlights the evolving language of the photographic image – from documentary and conceptual work to experimental and large-scale contemporary practice.
Conversations is an ongoing series of interviews and personal reflections with the artists, gallerists, collectors, and cultural figures at the heart of contemporary art.
