ARTBO 2026: The Fair That Transforms Bogotá into the Capital of Contemporary Art
Between October 15th and 19th, 2026, Bogotá will once again pause its frenetic pace to make space for art. ARTBO is not just a fair; it's the cultural heartbeat that each year turns the city into a territory where the world's most important galleries meet emerging Colombian talent. A space where serious collectors walk alongside art students, where commercial transactions mix with conversations about creative processes, and where Bogotá demonstrates why it has established itself as one of the epicenters of contemporary art in Latin America.
Confirmed Dates, Hours, and Location for 2026
Dates: October 15th to 19th, 2026
Hours: Thursday to Saturday: 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm | Sunday: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Location: Corferias, Bogotá - Carrera 40 #22C-67
Website: artbo.co
Google Maps: View location on Google Maps
Admission prices: General: $45,000 COP | Students and seniors over 60: $25,000 COP | Children under 12: free admission
Advance sale: Available starting September 2026 with 20% discount on the official website
Artists and Galleries You Can't Miss
ARTBO 2026 will bring together more than 80 galleries from 25 countries. Among the confirmed participants are:
- Galería Casas Riegner (Colombia) - casasriegner.com
- Galería El Museo (Colombia) - galeriaelmuseo.com
- Galería La Cometa (Colombia) - galerialacometa.com
- Galería NC-arte (Colombia) - nc-arte.org
- Galería Sextante (Colombia) - galeriasextante.com
- Galería Vermelho (Brasil) - galeriavermelho.com.br
- Galería A Gentil Carioca (Brasil) - agentilcarioca.com.br
- Galería Proyectos Ultravioleta (Guatemala) - proyectosultravioleta.com
- Galería Revolver (Perú) - galeriarevolver.com
- Galería Die Ecke (Chile) - dieecke.cl
- Galería Kurimanzutto (México) - kurimanzutto.com
- Galería Parra & Romero (España) - parraromero.com
The Arte Cámara section will continue to be the space to discover emerging talent, with artists like María José Arjona, Leyla Cárdenas, and Nicolás Paris representing the best of the new Colombian generation.
Parallel Activities Schedule: Beyond the Booths
ARTBO extends beyond Corferias. The city fills with talks, performances, and parallel exhibitions:
- ARTBO Forum: Dialogues with international curators about "Art in the Post-Digital Era"
- Live Performances: Artistic interventions in Bogotá's public spaces
- Specialized Guided Tours: Thematic tours led by collectors and critics
- ARTBO Night: Special gallery openings in Chapinero and La Candelaria
- Children's Workshops: Creative spaces for new generations
Tips for Visiting and Buying Art at ARTBO
For first-time art buyers, ARTBO can seem overwhelming. Here are some tips:
- Research before going: Review the list of galleries and artists on the official website. Mark the booths you can't miss.
- Don't be afraid to ask: Gallerists are there to explain the artists' processes, techniques, and trajectories.
- Consider works by emerging artists: Not only are they more economically accessible, but they also represent an opportunity to support developing careers.
- Ask about payment plans: Many galleries offer interest-free monthly payment facilities.
- Visit more than once: Thursday is ideal for seeing everything calmly; Saturday has more atmosphere but more people.
- Don't buy just for investment: Buy what truly speaks to you, what you want to see every day in your home.
Frequently Asked Questions about ARTBO 2026
- How to get to Corferias? You can arrive by TransMilenio at the Corferias station, by private car with available parking, or by taxi/Uber.
- Is parking available? Yes, Corferias has ample parking at an additional cost.
- Can you buy art directly at the fair? Yes, all galleries are available for direct sale during the fair.
- Are there dining options inside Corferias? Yes, there are several restaurant and cafeteria options within the venue.
- Is it suitable for children? Yes, there are special workshops for children and free admission for children under 12.
ARTBO 2026 will be more than an art fair. It will be the space where Bogotá demonstrates that contemporary art is not a luxury, but a necessity. Where commercial transactions become cultural dialogues, and where every visitor, whether an experienced collector or a curious first-timer, finds their own place in the art ecosystem.
Are you interested in participating, attending, or learning more?
Next edition: October 2026 (exact dates to be confirmed)
Contact: info@artbo.co | @artbofair on social media
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