ART FOCUS - Los Angeles Art Fair week

As we approach LA Art Fair Week, we can find respite in the beauty and positivity art fairs bring, along with the opportunity to explore present-day challenges through the lens of artmakers. Below you can find details regarding the fairs, each of them exhibiting galleries and artists of varying focus.

Visiting the shows is an exciting way to explore the art world, for overall interest or with specific art purchases in mind. It would be great to see you there!

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Art Fairs happening in LA

Art Fairs are hubs for the celebration and sustenance of the art community. As we face challenges at home and around the globe, their continuation becomes a vital source of reflection and hope.

Frieze Los Angeles

February 26th - March 1st, 2026

Frieze LA returns to Barker Hanger at the Santa Monica Airport

Frieze returns to Los Angeles for its 7th year, and will take place at the Santa Monica Airport/Barker Hanger.

Frieze Los Angeles largely focuses on contemporary art and celebrates the exceptionally dynamic culture of Los Angeles and its global contributions to the visual arts. This year's edition will run from February 26 – March 1, 2026, and will feature 100 galleries, an expansive program of installations, collaborations, and favorite restaurant pop-ups.

Artworks by Kour Pour on the left, Alicja Kwade in the center, and Ha Chong-Hyun on the right

Larry Bell, UNTITLED on the left and Liam Everett, Untitled on the right, Berggruen Gallery

Fair details:

Opening Preview (invitation only)

Thursday, February 26 | 10am – 7pm (Invitation only)

Friday, February 27 | 11am – 1pm (Invitation only)

General Admission

Friday Preview, February 27 | 1pm – 7pm

Saturday, February 28 | 11am – 7pm

Sunday, March 1 | 11am – 6pm

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Felix Art Fair

February 25th - March 1st, 2026

Gallery exhibit in one of the Roosevelt's rooms

Established in 2018, Felix is an exciting contemporary art fair exhibiting emerging through higher-level galleries showing in various suites in Hollywood's iconic hotel, The Roosevelt. This is a bit of an adventure, as guests navigate hotel rooms to see each gallery.

Annette Hur, Listening on the left, and Mason Saltarrelli, Song A Moth Might Sing by Hawkinson

Fair details:

Opening Preview (invitation only)

Wednesday, February 25 | 6pm - 10pm (opening night)

General Admission

Thursday, February 26 through Saturday, February 28 | 11am - 7pm

Sunday, March 1 | 11am – 6pm

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The Other Art Fair

February 26th - March 1st, 2026

Showfloor of the past edition's The Other Art Fair

The Other Art Fair combines innovative work by over 150 independent artists with immersive installations, performances, and DJs. This year's edition is held at 3Labs, 8461 Warner Drive, Culver City, CA 90232.

Fair details:

Opening Preview

Thursday, February 26 | 6pm - 10pm (opening night)

General Admission

Friday, February 27 | 5pm - 10pm (friday late)

Saturday, February 28 | 11am - 7pm

Sunday, March 1 | 11am - 6pm

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Startup LA

February 27th - March 1st, 2026

Startup Art Fair champions independent artists - especially mid-career, re-emerging, and early-career voices by creating opportunities beyond the traditional gallery model. Through curated art fairs, exhibitions, and direct-to-collector programs, Startup expands artist visibility while giving collectors access to outstanding contemporary art at accessible prices.

Fair address:

The Kinney Venice Beach

737 Washington Blvd

Venice, CA 90292

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