With no shortage of fairs (cue ZsÓNA MACO, Salón Acme, Unique Design X, Material Art Fair), and art having been the talk of the town—the real magic of Art Week unfolded all across Mexico City. This year, it got tastier, funkier, and more multi-dimensional than ever. From celebrating ATRA to AGO Projects‘ “AD 100” mention with a swanky dinner catered by Máximo Bistrot to Contramar launching its own design-forward collab, Masala y Maíz unveiling a new menu, and plenty of dancing at Dolores 54. Then came the Burning Man-style events, hipster renditions of pulquerías turned into folksy pastimes, and so much more.
But Art Week isn’t just about what’s on display—it’s about where it takes you. This year, between an obsession with decorative and interior arts and a few special spaces opening for the first time, the week took a wilder turn: hijacking the event with visits to forgotten libraries, peeking into the closed drafts of architectural legends Agustín Hernández and Alberto Kalach, and even stepping into the private quarters of Luis Barragán. That’s the beauty of Mexico City’s Art Week—it refuses to stay confined within four walls. It spills into the streets, onto the patina of the city itself, mapping out an impossible maze, unachievable in its entirety for anyone. But we tried! Here’s a roundup of the best happenings from this year’s Mexico City Art Week.
LAMPS by Jessica Thornhill
Courtesy of Jessica Thornhill.
Photo by Darren G, courtesy of Jessica Thornhill.
The dim-lit city on Saturday evening, fresh from a delicious rainfall, set the perfect scene—lamplight glowing through the halls of Dolores 54 (both the name of the space and its exact address). Known for hosting cultural events, from art presentations to dance gatherings, the venue came alive with the presentation of LAMPS, a night that stretched on with music and dancing. Jessica Thornhill, a London-born artist now based in Mexico City, has been experimenting with ceramic sculpting for her collection of lighting fixtures. Lighting has long been overlooked in Mexico, and this year, many designers took it upon themselves to address it, offering creative solutions with form and function.
AGO Projects Dinner & Rosa Salvaje After-Party
Courtesy of AGO.
Rudy F. Weissenberg and Rodman Primack from AGO Projects are staples on the scene, and they’re always happy to have another reason to host a fabulous venue, cue everyone important in Mexico City. They hosted a swanky dinner thrown with Collé and Hotel Esencia hosted by none other than Maximo Bistrot, followed by a late-night party at Casa Jarana. How about that for a Monday evening kickoff to Art Week?
Opening of OMR’s BODEGA with AD MINOLIT
Bodega, ©Ramiro Chaves.
You’d think that running one of the most successful galleries in the city—OMR—along with the LagoAlgo exhibit space would be enough. But this season, they’ve also opened the doors to their storage space in the Doctores neighborhood, inviting visitors on a walk through the crates and behind the scenes of the “bodega,” where art quietly waits in transition. At the heart of it all is a vibrant exhibit by non-denominational Argentinian artist Ad Minoliti. Her quiet yet powerful voice reaffirms the importance of centering Latinx perspectives—not as a statement, but simply because they matter. No pretension necessary.
Material Mondays & a Night Out at a Pulqueria
Courtesy of Material.
Material Art Fair has grown into a cult favorite during Art Week, largely because of its unfussy approach. They make the city shine, championing smaller galleries and ensuring that everyone has a blast. Material Monday kicked off with a whirlwind tour of their partner galleries, including standouts like Peana, Campeche Galería, and JO-HS. The night carried on with Beverly’s from New York taking over La Hija de los Apaches—an event this local spot is unlikely (NEVER) to see again. It was tacky, it was fun, and that was exactly the point—complete with music you could recognize and sing along to.
Para A Opens Doors to Luis Barragan & Max Cetto’s Space for Artists
Courtesy of Para A.
For all Barragán lovers, while many of his houses host exhibitions and open their doors around this time, the Edificio para Artistas is a first. Designed in the late 1930s by Luis Barragán in collaboration with German architect Max Cetto, this artist-focused building in the Cuauhtémoc neighborhood (Melchor Ocampo 38) was conceived as a live-work space for creatives. Its four studio apartments, with generous natural light, high ceilings, and open layouts, were ideal for artistic endeavors. Today, two of the studios are occupied by Para A, offering a thoughtful, unhurried showcase of Latinx artists against the beauty of the space.
Splitting Dessert with Brian Thoreen and Rosetta at Galeria Mascota
Galeria Mascota.
The culture of tablescapes and the aftertaste has become a sensation in Mexico City, and artist Brian Thoreen took it a step further in collaboration with Panadería Rosetta, making it a feast for all senses. Visitors were handed spoons and invited to dig into an array of desserts in an interactive exhibit on the ground floor of Galeria Mascota—quite literally feeding the art crowd in more ways than one. While there, a peek inside Travesía Cuatro next door was a must; the gallery stood out this year with its refined curation and large-scale floral-inspired installations.
Woven Kitchen David Pompa x Contramar
Woven Kitchen.
Mexico’s standout lighting designer, David Pompa, teamed up with Contramar for a collaboration that draws a parallel between the art of weaving and seafood preparation—two traditions deeply rooted in local materiality and craft. Contramar presented exclusive takes on its signature dishes (think tuna tostada and shrimp soup), inspired by the organic textures of woven palm and the iridescence of fresh fish, seamlessly weaving flavors, stories, and innovation into a singular lighting experience in a makeshift kitchen. More like the kitchen of our dreams!
LagoAlgo Art Week Party
LAGO/ALGO, photo by Sam Takataka.
A tradition has taken shape—Art Week’s best party is undeniably LagoAlgo’s VIP, invite-only Wednesday night. The irony? Before transforming into a gallery and restaurant, LagoAlgo was a go-to venue for parties, birthdays, and weddings, with its platform designed precisely for celebration. In a subtle nod to its past, Mexico City’s art crowd gathers here for a night of dancing and gin cocktails, keeping the spirit of hosting alive.
Siempre Sí
Courtesy of Siempre Sí.
Siempre Sí (which roughly means “still” in colloquial Mexican) returns for its fourth edition this season, witha showcase of 15 Mexican artists and designers. As part of Mexico City Art Week, the event takes place at Taller Nacional in the Juárez neighborhood, reinforcing the area’s status as a cultural hub. The exhibition, UMBRALES, explores transitional spaces through previously unseen works, curated by Joséphine Dorr, Gabriel Arredondo, and Luis Arredondo. The celebration kicked off on February 7, followed by the exhibition from February 8–12, offering guided tours and works for sale. Siempre Sí’s signature party, featuring music, tacos, and an inclusive atmosphere, remains a highlight of the art week’s nightlife
ATRA Form Atelier
Courtesy of ATRA.
ATRA opened the doors to their exclusive behind-the-scenes visit to the ATRA Form Atelier during Art Week in Mexico City. Led by founder Alexander Diaz Andersson, it offered a rare glimpse into ATRA’s five artisan-led workshops, where traditional craftsmanship finds itself at the crossroads with cutting-edge technology. From woodworking and stone carving to metalworking and upholstery of the ATRA 80-piece collection, it was a chance to watch how ATRA creates innovative, functional art pieces in over 1000 elements. ATRA also showed at Unique Design X.
The Materia Archive Launch
Courtesy of Materia The Archive.
The Materia Archive 2020–2024, the inaugural book from MATERIA Agency and MATERIA Magazine, launched during Art Week. This limited-edition publication—just 250 copies, each in a personalized numbered case—is a cultural celebration of art, design, and creative expression across Mexico and the Americas, captured through 23 essays and interviews with voices like Alberto Kalach, Brian Thoreen, Bosco Sodi, Tatiana Bilbao, and Simone Bodmer-Turner. With contributions from 30 editorial collaborators across 220 pages, the book explores themes of ancestry, identity, mysticism, gender, and environmentalism. Independently published and designed by Materia Studio, it proudly coincides with Mexico City’s vibrant Art Week, offering a moment to highlight how this project bridges the tangible and the meaningful.
