Major Art Exhibitions and Museum Openings in 2026: A Podcast Guide

Art enthusiasts can look forward to an exciting year in 2026, filled with significant museum openings, biennials, and major exhibitions. This year promises a diverse array of art events, making it a pivotal time for culture and creativity globally.

Upcoming Museum Openings in 2026

• Guggenheim Abu Dhabi: Opening date to be confirmed.
• V&A East: Opening on April 18.
• Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA): Set to open in April.
• Lucas Museum of Narrative Art: Launching on September 22.
• Dataland, Los Angeles: Opening in spring.
• New Museum, New York: Opening date to be confirmed.

Major Biennials to Attend

• Venice Biennale: Titled “In Minor Keys,” running from May 9 to November 22.
• Arthur Jafa and Richard Prince – Helter Skelter: At Fondazione Prada, Venice, from May 9 to November 22.
• Marina Abramović – Transforming Energy: At Gallerie dell’Accademia, Venice, from May 6 to October 19.
• Whitney Biennial: Opening on March 8.
• Greater New York 2026: At MoMA PS1, April 16 to August 17.

Exciting Art Exhibitions Scheduled

• Gainsborough: The Fashion of Portraiture: At the Frick Collection, February 12 to May 11.
• Raphael: Sublime Poetry: At the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, March 29 to June 28.
• Zurbarán: At the National Gallery, London, May 2 to August 23.
• Michaelina Wautier: Royal Academy of Arts, March 27 to June 21.
• James McNeill Whistler: At Tate Britain, May 21 to September 27.
• Seurat and the Sea: Courtauld Gallery, February 13 to May 17.
• Hilma af Klint: Grand Palais, May 6 to August 30.
• Mary Cassatt: National Gallery of Art, Washington, DC, February 14 to August 30.
• Ana Mendieta: Tate Modern, London, July 9 to January 10, 2027.

Additional Notable Events

The 2026 art scene will also highlight exhibitions such as:

• Modern Iran and the Avant-Gardes (1948-78) – Vancouver Art Gallery: December 11 to May 2, 2027.
• Carol Bove – Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York: March 5 to August 2.
• Tracey Emin: A Second Life – February 26 to August 31.

In partnership with The Art Newspaper, this guide offers a comprehensive view of the year’s unmissable art events, essential for anyone wishing to explore the rich tapestry of culture in 2026.