Art Basel Miami Beach 2024: Major Highlights and Exhibitors

Inaugural Participants Make Their Mark

Art Basel Miami Beach introduces 34 galleries new to the event, thanks to a fresh entry-level booth option. This initiative supports smaller and mid-size galleries as they enter the fair’s primary sector. These newcomers hail from the Americas, Europe, and Asia.

Exciting Events and Exhibitions

The event, supported by UBS as the Global Lead Partner, will feature a week full of exhibitions, events, performances, and special projects throughout Miami and South Florida. The fair is scheduled for December 6-8, 2024, with exclusive VIP Preview Days on December 4 and 5 at the Miami Beach Convention Center.

Strong Representation from the Americas

This year’s fair will see new participants from Brazil, Colombia, Peru, and Argentina, alongside debut exhibitors from the United States and Canada. European presence expands with new galleries from Spain, Italy, Portugal, Belgium, France, and Poland, with Romania joining for the first time. Additionally, Asia introduces exhibitors from China, Singapore, and South Korea, and Indonesia participates for the first time.

Innovative Booth Options and Pricing Models

This edition of the fair will see 31 galleries entering the main sector for the first time. These galleries represent countries including the United States, Argentina, Colombia, Peru, the United Kingdom, Belgium, France, Spain, Portugal, China, South Korea, Singapore, Indonesia, Uganda, and Nigeria. A new minimum-size booth option was introduced to make entry more accessible and equitable for small and mid-sized galleries. The fair also employs a sliding scale pricing system, ensuring fairness across all market segments.

Bridget Finn on the 2024 Edition

Bridget Finn, Director of Art Basel Miami Beach, expressed enthusiasm about this year’s gallery lineup, which includes participation from across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. She emphasized the importance of creating equitable opportunities for smaller galleries and highlighted the exceptional quality of proposals in the Nova, Positions, and Survey sectors.

Exhibition Sectors and Curatorial Highlights

The fair will feature several key exhibition sectors: Galleries, Nova, Positions, and Survey. Meridians, dedicated to projects beyond traditional booths, will be curated this year by Yasmil Raymond. More details on Meridians and the Kabinett sector will be shared in the fall.

YOU ASKED…

What are the dates for Art Basel Miami Beach 2024?

The event will take place from December 6-8, 2024, with VIP Preview Days on December 4 and 5.

Who is leading Art Basel Miami Beach 2024?

Bridget Finn is the director for the 2024 edition of Art Basel in Miami Beach.

How many galleries are participating in the 2024 edition?

A total of 286 galleries from 38 countries and territories will be participating.

What is the focus of the new booth options introduced?

The new booth options are designed to support small and mid-size galleries entering the main sector.