ART COLOGNE [Köln] | 06.11.-09.11.2025

ART COLOGNE aims to be a leading platform for the trade and presentation of 20th and 21st century art. It brings together established and emerging galleries from Germany and around the world to showcase a wide range of high-quality artworks. The focus is on promoting dialogue between artists, galleries, collectors, and curators, as well as strengthening Germany and the Rhine region as a center for art. The fair covers a wide range of media, including painting, sculpture, drawing, photography, and installations.

Special features:

One of ART COLOGNE’s particular strengths lies in its long tradition and international reputation. The fair is known for its strict quality standards when selecting participating galleries and exhibited works. It also offers various curated sections that provide special insights into specific art movements or new talent. An extensive accompanying program with panel discussions, artist talks, and special exhibitions in Cologne’s museums and galleries complements the fair experience. Particularly noteworthy is the “NEUMARKT” section, which focuses on young, up-and-coming galleries and offers them an important platform.

Target audience:
ART COLOGNE is aimed at an international professional audience, including leading art collectors, curators from museums and institutions, art advisors, and a broad audience interested in art. It appeals to both experienced collectors and newcomers who want to discover and acquire high-quality modern and contemporary art.

History:
ART COLOGNE was founded in 1967 as the “Cologne Art Market” and is thus the oldest art fair in the world focusing on modern and contemporary art. It has played a decisive role in the development of the art market in Germany and Europe. Throughout its history, it has continuously evolved without losing sight of its roots and has become an integral part of the international art calendar, shaping Cologne as an important art location.

Location and date:

Location: Koelnmesse, Hall 11, Messeplatz 1, 50679 Cologne, Germany
Date: November 6–9, 2025
Preview (invited guests): November 5, 2025 (exact times vary)

Abb. Oben: Eingang Süd – courtesy of Art Cologne.