Design & Art Fairs to Know in 2026
Design & Art Fairs to Know in 2026
Design and art fairs are everywhere- large and small, commercial and conceptual, global and hyper-local. Today, there is seemingly something for everyone, and they offer a compelling excuse to get out of town and experience a new city (or return to a favorite one) through the lens of art and design.
If time, budget, and curiosity allow, it’s now possible to spend a good part of the year moving from one fair to the next somewhere in the world. So where to begin? Below is a curated calendar of events that consistently set the tone for creative discourse, innovation, and cultural exchange.
JANUARY
Este Arte
José Ignacio, Uruguay
January 4–7, 2026
estearte.com
Held annually in the coastal enclave of José Ignacio, Este Arte has established itself as a key platform within the South American contemporary art market. The fair brings together international galleries alongside emerging and established artists, complemented by a thoughtful program of talks, seminars, and cultural events. With an emphasis on dialogue, sustainability, and regional connectivity, Este Arte feels as much like a cultural gathering as it does a traditional art fair.
Paris Déco Off / Maison & Objet
Paris, France
January 14–17, 2026 (Déco Off)
January 15–19, 2026 (Maison & Objet)
paris-deco-off.com
Each January, Paris becomes the epicenter of the global décor and interiors world. Maison & Objet anchors the moment, drawing international buyers, designers, and press to Parc des Expositions for a comprehensive look at furniture, lighting, textiles, and lifestyle design. Running concurrently, Paris Déco Off activates more than 150 textile showrooms across the Marais and Madeleine districts, offering an intimate, city-wide presentation of new collections. Together, the two events serve as a reliable barometer for the design trends that will shape the year ahead.
FEBRUARY
Zona Maco
Mexico City, Mexico
February 4–8, 2026
zsonamaco.com
The cornerstone of Mexico City Art Week, Zona Maco is the largest art fair in Latin America. Hosted at the Citibanamex Centre, the fair spans contemporary art, design, photography, and antiquities, while the city itself becomes a parallel stage for exhibitions, dinners, and satellite events.
For its 22nd edition, British designer Lee Broom is featured in a creative residency at a historic Polanco villa in collaboration with Diez Company, presenting over 50 works—including new editions and collaborations with Calico Wallpaper, Lladró, and Mexican artists—underscoring the fair’s growing design-forward focus.
Palm Springs Modernism Week
Palm Springs, California
February 12–22, 2026
modernismweek.com
An 11-day celebration of mid-century modern architecture, design, art, and vintage culture, Palm Springs Modernism Week is a pilgrimage for modernist enthusiasts. The festival features iconic home tours, lectures, film screenings, exhibitions, and social events, all set against the desert landscape that helped define the movement. Proceeds support preservation initiatives and design scholarships, reinforcing the event’s role as both celebration and stewardship.
MARCH
Collectible Brussels
Brussels, Belgium
March 12–15, 2026
collectible.design
Now in its ninth edition, Collectible Brussels has positioned itself as one of Europe’s most important platforms for contemporary collectible design. Hosted at the historic Vanderborght Building, the fair reflects Brussels’ growing reputation as a hub for creative production and design commerce, spotlighting limited-edition works that blur the line between functional object and art.
APRIL
Milan Design Week
Milan, Italy
April 21–26, 2026
salonemilano.it
Milan Design Week remains unmatched in scale, influence, and intensity. Anchored by Salone del Mobile, the week unfolds across the city in a relentless—but exhilarating—series of installations, exhibitions, and events staged in palazzi, courtyards, and industrial spaces. Equal parts networking marathon and cultural spectacle, Milan continues to define the global design calendar.
MAY
Marfa Invitational
Marfa, Texas
Dates to be announced (typically early May)
marfainvitational.com
The Marfa Invitational offers a distinct alternative to the traditional art fair model. Set in the West Texas desert, the event prioritizes connection, experimentation, and community over commercial pressure. Designed as an open platform for Texas-connected artists, it merges contemporary art with Marfa’s stark landscape, fostering shared experiences that feel both grounded and expansive.
JULY
Work/Shop Nantucket
Nantucket, Massachusetts
July 10 – August 9, 2026
alphakilo.com/workshop
Founded by design communications agency Alpha Kilo, Work/Shop Nantucket is a residency-based platform housed in a historic property in the heart of town. Structured around four seasonal chapters—Culinary, Design, Sustainability, and Entertaining—the program brings together designers, artisans, and heritage brands through workshops, salons, demonstrations, and retail-led installations. Nantucket’s strong traditions of craft and collecting make it an unexpectedly fitting setting.
OCTOBER
We Design Beirut
Beirut, Lebanon
2026 dates to be announced
wedesignbeirut.com
We Design Beirut is a five-day, city-wide design experience activating historic landmarks across the Lebanese capital. Following a significant expansion in 2025, the festival continues to explore themes of legacy, resilience, and continuity through architecture, exhibitions, workshops, and craft-based projects staged in sites ranging from Roman Baths to modernist towers.
Round Top Antiques Fair
Round Top, Texas
October 25–31, 2026
roundtoptexasantiques.com
More festival than fair, the Round Top Antiques Fair transforms a small Texas town into one of the largest antiques destinations in the country. Spanning two weeks and dozens of venues along Highway 237, the event offers everything from European antiques and American farmhouse furniture to fine art, vintage clothing, and decorative objects—drawing designers, collectors, and dealers from around the world.