Contemporary Istanbul returns to Tersane Istanbul for 21st Edition
Bringing together 70 galleries, 736 artists, and 1,372 artworks, alongside 22 newcomer galleries and the debut of Focus Asia, the 21st edition of Contemporary Istanbul once again establishes Tersane Istanbul as a global hub for contemporary art. Presented in main partnership with Akbank since 2006, Contemporary Istanbul welcomes art enthusiasts to the historic waterfront of Tersane Istanbul from September 23–27, 2026. The fair convenes 70 leading contemporary art galleries from 16 countries, showcasing 1,372 works by 736 artists. The edition kicks off on September 22 with the At First Sight opening reception, followed by the VIP Preview on September 23 and opens for public access between September 24–27. Connecting established institutions, emerging spaces, international collectors, and creative voices, CI21 highlights new geographical dialogues across the art world through its dedicated sections: Focus Asia, Newcomers, and New Grounds.
