Austin

May 14 – 17, 2026

Affordable Art Fair Austin will return in May 2026, showcasing original contemporary artworks ranging between $100 to $12,000. Welcoming a whole host of local, national and international exhibitors, our third edition will be unmissable.

Fair overview

Hot on the heels of our hugely successful first edition, we’re returning in May 2026 to do it all again!

Featuring 55 local, national, and international galleries all under one roof, there will be thousands of original artworks ready to be taken to their forever homes. All artworks are priced between $100 and $12,000, and represent the best in established and emerging talent.

There is something for everyone to enjoy – from a Friday night party to family activities on weekend mornings. We can’t wait to see you again in May!

Campaign artwork:
Rory Watson, Over the Shoulder, Will’s Art Warehouse

Palmer Events Center, Barton Springs Road, Austin, TX, USA

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Opening times

Opening hours for our 2026 fair will be announced closer to the time

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FAQs

  • You can do anything, from strolling up and down the aisles of the fair to going home with a new artwork. We will have a bunch of educational activities for all different types of audiences, from family-friendly crafts to evening events that are perfect for date nights. There will be snacks and drinks at the fair, so you can even sit down and take a beat in the middle of your time with us. Check out our What’s On page to see all the activities we have in store – for toddlers to seniors!

  • We encourage all our visitors to use sustainable methods of transportation.

    By bike

    Leave your bicycle outside the North and South entrances of the parking garage for safekeeping. There are bike racks available to lock up your two wheels.

    By bus

    Please visit the CapMetro website for details of nearby stops and routes.

    By car

    There is a four-story, 1,200-space garage, right next to the venue. It has two entrances, one on Riverside Dr. and another on Barton Springs Rd. $10 per vehicle unless special event rates are posted. For Uber / Lyft drop-off, use 900 Barton Springs Rd.

  • Yes, the Palmer Events Center is fully accessible for to people with reduced mobility. We are committed to a convenient, accessible, and enjoyable experience for all. While adhering to the Americans with Disabilities Act, every effort is made to ensure our event is fully accessible. If you have a specific accessibility query, please do get in contact with us at [email protected].

  • No, unfortunately there isn’t a cloakroom at the Palmer Events Center.

  • We love dogs but unfortunately, we can only allow service animals inside the Palmer Events Center.

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