From December 5–7, with exclusive previews on December 3 and 4, Art Basel Miami Beach will once again transform the Miami Beach Convention Center into the epicenter of the global art world. This 23rd edition brings together 283 galleries from across the globe, making it one of the fair’s most ambitious presentations to date. Visitors can expect a dynamic mix of blue-chip modern and contemporary art alongside groundbreaking works by emerging talents.
Ames Yavuz Tseng Chien-Ying, Sirocco Pass, 2025. Courtesy of the artist and Ames Yavuz.
Bradley Ertaskiran, Bony Ramirez, The Center of The Universe, 2025. Courtesy of the artist and Bradley Ertaskiran, Montreal.
Highlights include the Galleries sector, where international heavyweights like Gagosian, Hauser & Wirth, David Zwirner, and White Cube share space with leading Latin American and Asian dealers, underscoring Miami’s unique role as a cultural crossroads. The Positions sector provides a platform for young galleries to present solo projects, while Nova spotlights new works created within the past three years, offering a glimpse into the freshest voices shaping contemporary discourse. Meanwhile, Survey returns with curated historical projects, giving context and resonance to today’s practices.
Locks Gallery, Isamu Noguchi, Little Slate, 1945. Courtesy of Locks Gallery, Philadelphia.
Marc Selwyn Fine Art, Leilah Babirye, Nkugwa from the Kuchu Mamba (Lungfish) Clan II, 2025. Courtesy of the artist and Marc Selwyn Fine Art, Los Angeles.
“This 23rd edition brings together 283 galleries from across the globe,”
New this year, an expanded focus on cross-disciplinary practices—from textile-based work to large-scale installations—promises to energize the fair floor. Miami Beach itself amplifies the experience, as satellite fairs, museum openings, and private collection tours spread the energy across the city, turning the first week of December into an unmissable cultural moment.
Whether discovering emerging artists or reconnecting with established masters, Art Basel Miami Beach 2025 offers an unparalleled chance to witness the breadth and vitality of today’s art world in one place.
Global Reach and New Additions
Berry Campbell, Helen Frankenthaler, Against the Rules, 1983. Courtesy of Berry Campbell, New York. © Helen Frankenthaler Foundation.
This year’s fair will host exhibitors from 43 countries and territories, underscoring its unparalleled international scope. Newcomers include emerging galleries from Seoul, Hong Kong, and Havana, joining established participants from New York, Paris, and London. Notable first-time participants—such as Johyun Gallery, Alisan Fine Arts, and El Apartamento—highlight an ever-evolving landscape of cross-continental exchange. The fair’s enduring commitment to diversity is mirrored through a growing presence of female-led spaces and collectives, amplifying perspectives that challenge conventional hierarchies.
Simões de Assis, Zéh Palito, Study for Negrofight, 2025. Photograph by Estúdio em Obra.
Instituto de Visión, Ana Maria Hernando, Se juntan y apilan suavemente, They Gather and Pile Up Softly, 2023-2025.
“The Strength and caliber of this year’s exhibitors reaffirms Art Basel Miami Beach’s centrality within the global arts ecosystem,” said Bridget Finn, Director, Art Basel Miami Beach. “This edition reflects the vitality of artistic production across the Americas—which continues to shape contemporary art practice, patronage, and discourse worldwide—and the fair’s role as a critical gateway from introducing pioneering international artists and perspectives to the American market. It’s bold, rigorous, and attuned to the moment.”
Cultural Resonance Beyond the Fair
Galatea, Dalton Paula, Prosa II, 2002. Photograph by Ding Musa.
In collaboration with local institutions, Art Basel Miami Beach extends its reach across the city. Partner museums—including ICA Miami, Pérez Art Museum Miami, and The Bass—present major exhibitions timed to the fair. Through these initiatives, Art Basel reinforces Miami’s position as a thriving cultural hub whose influence resonates far beyond its shoreline.
“It’s bold, rigorous, and attuned to the moment,”
Bridget Finn
Gemini G.E.L., Ken Price, Figurine Cup III, 1970.
DOCUMENT, Erin Jane Nelson, Not yet titled, 2025. Courtesy of the artist and DOCUMENT, Chicago and Lisbon.
The city itself becomes a living gallery, as artist talks, performances, and curated events unfold throughout neighborhoods from South Beach to the Design District. Private collections such as the Juan Carlos Maldonado Collection, Rubell Museum, Margulies Collection at the Warehouse, and Marquez Art Projects open their doors to visitors, revealing rarely seen works that deepen the dialogue between global and local perspectives. At night, fashion houses, design studios, and luxury brands join in, hosting celebrations that blur the lines between art, lifestyle, and innovation—creating an immersive cultural ecosystem that defines Miami’s unique spirit during the first week of December.
Vadehra Art Gallery, Sunil Gupta, _The Party_ from the series Exiles, 1986-1987. Courtesy of the artist and Vadehra Art Gallery.
Art Basel Miami Beach
Dates: December 5–7, 2025
VIP Preview: December 3 and 4
Participating Galleries: 284
Location: Miami Beach Convention Center, 1901 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Art Basel Miami Beach 2024; Courtesy of Art Basel.
Van Doren Waxter, Barbara Hepworth, Sculpture with Colour, 1940. Courtesy of Van Doren Waxter.
Charles LeDray
Party Bed, 2006-07
mixed media
25 3/4 x 40 1/2 x 49 1/4 inches (65.4 x 102.9 x 125 cm).
