Frieze Week is back, and with it, a convergence of art and culture that transforms New York into a global epicenter of contemporary expression. From May 7 to 11, 2025, Frieze New York returns to The Shed in Hudson Yards, bringing together more than 65 of the world’s leading galleries and a dynamic array of emerging talent, along with a number of satellite fairs and art events. Check out our roundup of fairs not to miss below.
FRIEZE ART FAIR
Preview (Invitation Only): May 7th, 11am – 7pm
Members and invitation only preview : May 8th, 11am –1pm, 1pm – 7pm (general admission tickets)
Public Hours: May 9th – 10th, 11 am – 7pm, May 11th, 11am – 5pm
The Shed, 545 West 30th Street, New York
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From blue-chip giants like Gagosian, David Zwirner, and Hauser & Wirth to rising stars featured in the Focus section—curated by Lumi Tan and supported by Stone Island—Frieze New York 2025 highlights a rich mix of established icons and bold emerging voices.
This year’s Focus presentations include powerful solo shows by artists such as Danielle Brathwaite-Shirley, Jenni Crain, and Citra Sasmita, reflecting urgent narratives on identity, memory, and cultural resistance. With its intimate scale and strong international presence, Frieze New York 2025 is a must-see for collectors and art lovers alike, offering a unique window into the defining voices of today’s art world.
SPRING/BREAK
Collectors First Look + Press Preview: May 6th, Noon – 5pm
VIP Opening Night: May 6th, 5pm – 8pm
VIP Preview Day: May 7th, Noon – 7pm
Public Hours: May 8th – 12th, 12pm – 7pm
75 Varick Street, New York
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SPRING/BREAK Art Show returns to New York City for its 14th edition, transforming 75 Varick Street in Hudson Square into a vibrant playground for contemporary art with a bold new theme: PARADISE LOST + FOUND from May 6–12, 2025. The fair, known for its curator-driven ethos and boundary-pushing installations, once again challenged the conventions of the traditional art fair, inviting artists and audiences alike to engage in a dialogue that is as much about discovery as it is about disruption. This year’s edition brings together over 300 artists and independent curators from New York, Los Angeles, and beyond, transforming an unconventional space into a sprawling, immersive exploration of utopia, collapse, and rebirth. Opening Night on Tuesday, May 6 will feature boundary-pushing performances by Taraka Larson, Nick Thune, Andre Hyland, Kate Micucci, Jonathan Peck, and KESH, setting the tone for an exhibition that celebrates the chaotic beauty of artistic freedom.
FUTURE FAIR
VIP Preview (Invitation Only) : May 7th, 2pm – 8pm
Public Hours: May 8th – 10th, Noon – 7pm.
Chelsea Industrial, 535 W 28th St, New York
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Future Fair returns to New York City for its milestone fifth anniversary, taking place from May 7 to 10, 2025, at Chelsea Industrial, 535 W 28th Street. This year’s edition gathers 67 local, national, and international exhibitors, reinforcing Future Fair’s reputation as a vital platform for emerging voices and innovative galleries within the contemporary art world. The 2025 Curatorial Committee, comprising Dr. Margarita Lila Rosa, Eden Deering, and Jenée-Daria Strand, brings renewed vision and rigor to the fair’s selection process, ensuring a dynamic mix of artistic practices and fresh discoveries.
FOCUS FAIR
Press View: May 15th, 3pm – 6pm
VIP Opening: May 15th, 6pm – 9pm
Public Hours: May 16th, 12pm – 6pm, May 17th, 11am- 7pm, May 18th, 11am- 5pm
Chelsea Industrial, W 28th St, New York
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The FOCUS Art Fair returns to New York in 2025, promising to transform the Chelsea Industrial District into a dynamic hub for contemporary art from May 15 to 18. Hosted at 535-547 West 28th Street, this highly anticipated event brings together artists, galleries, collectors, and curators from around the globe, fostering meaningful connections and showcasing innovative artistic expressions across all mediums-including painting, sculpture, photography, installation, and new media. Since its debut in 2019, FOCUS Art Fair has established itself as an international platform committed to elevating the voices of both emerging and established artists. With previous editions held in cultural capitals such as Paris and London, the fair is celebrated for its forward-thinking vision and its ability to spotlight the latest trends and discourses in contemporary art.
INDEPENDENT
VIP Preview ( Invitation Only): May 8th, 11am – 8pm
Public Hours: May 9th – 11th, 11 am- 7pm
Spring Studios, 50 Varick Street, New York
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The Independent Art Fair returns to Spring Studios this Frieze Week with an expertly curated selection of 85 galleries and nonprofits, spotlighting rising talent and mid-career artists through focused solo and two-person presentations. Known for its airy, sunlit venue and thoughtful atmosphere, Independent offers a refreshing alternative to the mega-fair experience—where discovery and dialogue take center stage. With many booths dedicated to single artists, the fair invites a deeper engagement with each practice—plus, the roof deck is back for a break with a view.
NADA New York
Preview (Members Only): May 7th, 9:30am – 10am
VIP Preview (Invitation Only): May 7th, 10am – 4pm
VIP Hour & Breakfast Reception (Invitation Only): May 9th, 10am – 11am
Public Hours: May 7th, 4pm – 7pm, May 8th – 10th, 11am–7pm, May 11th, 11am – 5pm
The Starrett-Lehigh Building, 601 W 26th Street, 3rd Floor
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The 11th edition of the NADA New York Art Show, organized by the New Art Dealers Alliance, will take place from May 7 to May 11, 2025. This year, the fair moves to the iconic Starrett-Lehigh Building in West Chelsea, positioning itself even closer to the heart of New York’s gallery district and neighboring major events like Frieze New York. NADA New York 2025 features an expanded roster of 120 galleries, art spaces, and non-profit organizations from 19 countries and 50 cities, including major art hubs such as Brussels, Shanghai, Berlin, Mexico City, Wroclaw, Belgrade, New York, and Philadelphia. The fair is notable for its embrace of both established and emerging voices, with 65 NADA member galleries and an impressive 54 first-time exhibitors.
ESTHER
Public Hours: May 6th–9th, 11 am – 6 pm, May 10th, 11 am – 5 pm
Estonian House, 243 E 34th St, New York
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The ESTHER Art Show returns to New York for its second edition from May 6th to 10th, 2025, coinciding with Frieze New York and reaffirming its status as an alternative to the city’s mainstream art fairs. Hosted once again at the historic New York Estonian House on East 34th Street, “Esther II” is spearheaded by Margot Samel of her namesake Tribeca gallery and Olga Temnikova of Temnikova & Kasela in Tallinn, Estonia. This year’s fair features 25 international exhibitors from 18 countries, including Shanghai, Tokyo, Budapest, and Ho Chi Minh, emphasizing fresh perspectives and a deliberate avoidance of the “usual suspects.” Only three galleries return from last year, reflecting the organizers’ commitment to constant reinvention and collaborative curation. As Temnikova explains, “Esther is a particular tool with its upside and texture, so we want it to be there for gallerists and artists just when they need it. We don’t want any usual suspects and one-liners; we want it to be reborn with every edition, and this seems to be working so far”.
1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair
VIP and Press Preview: May 8th, 11 am – 7pm
Public Hours: May 9th – 10th, 11am – 7pm, May 11th, 11am – 6pm
Halo, 28 Liberty Street, New York
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The 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair returns to New York for its 11th edition from May 8–11, 2025, marking a significant milestone in the fair’s ongoing commitment to showcasing the diversity and dynamism of contemporary African art. This year, the fair makes a notable move to Halo at 28 Liberty Street in Manhattan’s Financial District, reflecting its expanding footprint and continued influence on the city’s art scene. Over 30 galleries from five continents and 17 countries will participate, with 15 first-time exhibitors and 18 galleries debuting in New York, underscoring the fair’s global reach and its dedication to presenting both established and emerging voices. Highlights include TERN Gallery, the first exhibitor from The Bahamas, and KUB’ART Gallery, representing the Democratic Republic of the Congo for the first time at the fair.
THE OTHER ART FAIR
Preview: May 8th, 6pm – 10pm
Public Hours: May 9th, 5pm– 10pm, May 10th, 11am – 7pm, May 11th, 11am – 6pm
ZeroSpace, 337-345 Butler St., Brooklyn, New York
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The Other Art Fair returns to Brooklyn from May 8–11, 2025, at ZeroSpace, promising an immersive and unconventional art experience that redefines the traditional art fair. Known for its “never normal” approach, the fair showcases 125 independent, boundary-pushing artists, offering visitors the chance to discover and purchase thousands of original, affordable artworks directly from emerging talent. Interactive experiences abound-from Ben Lenovitz’s “Fantasy Drawing Experience” and a machine-free tattoo pop-up by Kelli Kikcio to hands-on paper flower workshops with Summer Space Studio and a scavenger hunt designed by artist Joe Kraft. Friday Late, curated with Secret NYC, brings a convergence of Brooklyn’s creative scene with DJs, live art, and exclusive pop-up events.
TEFAF
Collectors Preview (invitation only): May 8th
Public Hours: May 9th – 12th, 11am – 7pm, May 13th, 11am – 6pm
Park Avenue Armory, 643 Park Avenue, New York
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TEFAF New York, the highly anticipated art fair organized by The European Fine Art Foundation, returns to the Park Avenue Armory from May 9–13, 2025, marking its tenth edition in the city. This year, 91 leading dealers and galleries from 13 countries and four continents will present an exceptional array of modern and contemporary art, jewelry, antiquities, and design, reaffirming TEFAF’s reputation as a premier destination for collectors and art enthusiasts. The fair unfolds across the Armory’s expansive Wade Thompson Drill Hall and extends into its historic period rooms, offering visitors a unique blend of curated displays and immersive art experiences, an exclusive feature of the New York edition. The event opens with an invitation-only collectors’ preview on May 8th.
