Frieze New York 2026 Returns to The Shed with 70 International Galleries

Frieze New York 2026 Returns to The Shed with a Strong Latin American Focus

Frieze New York 2026 will take place from 13–17 May at The Shed, Hudson Yards, marking the fair’s 14th edition. Bringing together more than 65 international galleries, this year’s event places a significant spotlight on Latin American art, highlighting leading galleries and artists from across the region and reinforcing its growing influence within the global contemporary art landscape.

The appointment of new gallery committee members Fátima González (Campeche) and Omayra Alvarado (Instituto de Visión) further strengthens the fair’s commitment to expanding Latin American representation. Held in the heart of New York  a city that continues to define contemporary art  the 2026 edition builds on recent momentum, championing creativity and offering insight into today’s most dynamic artistic conversations.

Christine Messineo, Director of Americas at Frieze, describes the fair as a snapshot of the most compelling artistic practices of our time, emphasizing New York’s culture of rigour, complexity and ambition. She notes that Frieze’s close collaborations with local institutions  particularly in time-based media and performance  extend its impact well beyond the fair’s architecture and into the wider city.

Kristell Chadé, Executive Director of Fairs, highlights Frieze New York’s continued importance for global art professionals, noting the particularly strong participation from Central and South America in the upcoming edition. The fair reflects both the depth of New York’s collector base and its role as a crossroads for international exchange.

Focus Section: Emerging Galleries and Experimental Practices

The fair’s Focus section, dedicated to solo presentations from galleries operating for 12 years or fewer, returns under the direction of curator Lumi Tan. Featuring 11 galleries, the section showcases ambitious and experimental practices that push conceptual and material boundaries.

With galleries based in Buenos Aires, Mexico City, São Paulo, London, Biarritz and New York, Focus presents a diverse range of artistic approaches. Themes range from ecological devastation and global crises to intimate explorations of personal relationships.

First-time participants in Focus include Campeche, Europa, Isla Flotante, Sargent’s Daughters, Soft Opening, Ulrik and W-galería. The section is presented in partnership with Stone Island, reflecting the brand’s ongoing commitment to supporting research-driven, material-led artistic projects.

Yeo Workshop, Frieze New York 2025. Courtesy: Frieze and CKA. Photograph: Casey Kelbaugh

Leading Galleries and Global Participation

Frieze New York 2026 will feature galleries from 26 countries, presenting a rigorously curated cross section of today’s leading artistic voices.

Major returning international galleries include:

• Gagosian

• Hauser & Wirth

• Pace Gallery

• Perrotin

• Thaddaeus Ropac

• White Cube

• David Zwirner

New York-based participants include 303 Gallery, Miguel Abreu Gallery, Tanya Bonakdar Gallery, Canada, Chapter NY and James Cohan, among others.

The fair’s global scope is further emphasized by participation from galleries across Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Latin America, North America and Africa.

Gagosian, Frieze New York 2025. Courtesy: Frieze and CKA. Photograph: Casey Kelbaugh

Frieze Week 2026: A Citywide Celebration of Contemporary Art

Frieze Week will once again activate New York City with a dynamic programme of museum exhibitions, gallery openings and cultural events across major institutions.

Highlights include exhibitions at:

• Dia Beacon

• Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum

• International Center of Photography

• The Metropolitan Museum of Art

• Museum of Modern Art

• MoMA PS1

• Whitney Museum of American Art

Together with Deutsche Bank as Global Lead Partner, Frieze New York reaffirms its commitment to celebrating artistic innovation and excellence worldwide.