Manchester Art Fair & The Manchester Contemporary 2026

Manchester's annual contemporary art fair returns with galleries, artists and new live masterclasses, offering original works to view and buy.

Manchester Art Fair & The Manchester Contemporary brings leading galleries and artists together at Manchester Central to showcase contemporary painting, sculpture, photography and mixed media, all available to buy. New for 2026 are live masterclasses where visitors can learn techniques directly from working artists. The fair welcomes seasoned collectors, first-time buyers and casual visitors alike; under-16s must attend with a parent or legal guardian. The published session runs four hours, from 5pm to 9pm.