Exhibitions
Beyond the mainstream: Art Madrid and Art Libris in the spotlight of art
Every March, Madrid transforms into a true epicenter of contemporary art. For a few days, the city is filled with galleries, museums, and temporary spaces where artists, collectors, critics, and art lovers converge. Without a doubt, ARCO stands out as the highlight of the season, attracting everyone's attention and concentrating much of the artistic buzz.
However, the Spanish capital offers a much broader panorama. Beyond the magnetism of Ifema, fairs and events are springing up that multiply the opportunities to discover new ideas and trends. Among them, JustMad stands out, known for its innovative spirit and its commitment to emerging artists.
But if we're talking about key events that set the pulse of the market and contemporary art, we can't overlook Art Madrid , which brings together a carefully curated selection of national and international galleries, nor Art Libris , a unique space dedicated to art in book format and limited editions, where paper becomes a collector's item. These fairs complete a cultural map that makes Madrid an essential destination for those who want to experience art beyond the conventional.
ArtLibris
ArtLibris has established itself as the leading Spanish international fair for artist books, photobooks and self-publishing, marking a milestone in southern Europe by promoting the maturity of these publications.
At ARCOmadrid 2026 , the fair will bring together more than 90 publishers, bookstores, and cultural agents from over 20 countries. ArtLibris thus establishes itself as the only Iberian Peninsula fair of international scope dedicated to this type of publication, with a special focus on the Mediterranean and Ibero-American context, offering a unique showcase to explore creativity and collecting in the world of art books.
Among the participants, Bonart will have its own stand , where visitors can discover back issues and browse the new issue of its international magazine , recently published. A must-see for those who want to delve into the history and current state of the most unique art publications.
Art Madrid 2026
From March 4 to 8, the Crystal Gallery of the Cibeles Palace will once again open its doors to Art Madrid , which celebrates its 21st edition this year, solidifying its position as an essential benchmark for contemporary art both nationally and internationally. For over two decades, the fair has distinguished itself through its commitment to quality and diversity, attracting more than 150,000 visitors in its last five editions and cementing its place within Madrid Art Week.
In this edition, thirty-five national and international galleries will come together to showcase a broad and diverse panorama of contemporary art. Art Madrid combines the visibility of emerging galleries with that of established spaces, fostering a dynamic creative ecosystem that reflects the richness and multiple perspectives of the current art scene. Far from adhering to a single curatorial approach, the fair respects the DNA of each exhibitor, promoting diversity and innovation in every proposal and generating an open dialogue between different artistic languages and practices.
The Gallery Program is at the heart of Art Madrid'26. Each gallery will present projects celebrating experimentation, hybrid languages, and the latest productions, creating a representative map of the aesthetics and discourses shaping contemporary art in Europe. Emerging and established artists, both national and international, will share space in one of the must-see events of Art Week, offering the public a comprehensive, vibrant, and constantly evolving experience.
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