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Affordable Art Fair Vienna is debuting this May and it’s the perfect opportunity to get closer to art! Read on to discover the range of interactive experiences, children’s activities, and features exclusive to the fair, ensuring the ultimate creative day out for art lovers of all ages.
Our Vienna fair is coming and it is going to be a grand debut. Get ready to explore a diverse range of contemporary artworks spanning across various styles and mediums. With over 50 galleries from Austria and beyond, you’ll have the opportunity to discover thousands of original artworks, each thoughtfully priced between €100 and €10,000. Have a blank wall at home to fill? Now is the chance to discover the joy of collecting art.
Want to start creating your art wishlist? Head to our gallery page to see a full list of exhibitors.
Opening Night ticket holders will be among the first to experience the fair, kicking off the celebrations in style. Enjoy a free glass of bubbles, listen to creative panel talks, and meet the artists. This event is perfect for passionate art enthusiasts and after-work crowds who love to blend art with socialising.
Thursday 22 May, 14:00 – 21:00
Celebrate art and music at our Art@Sunset Party on Friday! Together with Superfly and DJ Apua, a Vienna-based DJ known for his deep house and technos sounds set, we’re hosting an evening full of art and music.
Friday 23 May, 17:00 – 21:00
Great art deserves great food! At Affordable Art Fair Vienna, we’re offering more than visual inspiration. Thanks to the help of POPCHOP we’ve created a food experience that blends bold taste, culture, and conversation:
With a focus on fresh, high-quality ingredients, our catering partner Mochi offers a variety of finger food options and creative menus designed to delight every guest. Look forward to a culinary experience that perfectly complements the art-filled atmosphere of the fair.
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Opening Night ticket holders are invited to indulge in a glass of Roku Gin. In Japanese, Roku stands for the number six. Each bottle of Roku Gin contains six very special Japanese botanicals. In this way, Roku Gin combines the seasons in perfect harmony – for a perfectly balanced taste: balanced, floral and fresh.
A true Viennese classic! At Affordable Art Fair Vienna you can enjoy traditional favourites from the Wiener Würstelstand – serving up delicious sausages, hearty snacks, and authentic local flavors – also in vegan. Perfect for a tasty break between all the art discoveries.
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Eisbazar brings a taste of the East to the fairgrounds. Known for their unique ice cream creations at Vienna’s Brunnenmarkt, they serve traditional Persian saffron ice cream with rosewater and pistachios, alongside bold flavors like yogurt with caramelized figs or tahini with sesame and a touch of baklava.
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Art comes to life at Affordable Art Fair Vienna! In addition to thousands of contemporary artworks on display, we’re offering visitors the chance to experience art in the making. Throughout the fair, selected artists and creative partners will showcase their personal approaches to artistic production – inviting you into the process behind the finished piece.
From live printing and painting sessions to immersive installations, textile-based work, and printing art works, these dynamic presentations highlight the many ways in which art is created, experienced, and shared.
Be sure to explore the fair and discover following creatives as they are showcasing their talent – live and in real time.
The Batz Collection offers art advisory with a focus on street art and emerging voices. Founded by Katrin-Sophie Batz, long-time curator and initiator of Cash, Cans & Candy, the collection draws on years of experience in the contemporary art world. At the fair, she shares insights and helps visitors discover works that reflect their personal stories – with a passion for making collecting accessible and inspiring.
22 – 25 May | All Day
Textilatelier Beate von Harten has specialized in the restoration and conservation of valuable textiles since 1984 – including tapestries, carpets, kilims, and embroidery.
Each project deepens the knowledge of textile history, inspiring the creation of new, custom-made pieces – crafted in the heart of Vienna, fairly and sustainable.
22 – 25 May | All Day
LEAP is a Vienna-based artist project founded by Andreas Nader and Sebi Schager, dedicated to producing high-quality, hand-crafted print editions. Since 2013, they have collaborated with over 200 international artists, exploring the creative possibilities of printmaking. Catch them live at the Art & Fun Studio!
Thursday 22 May | 2pm – 9pm
Friday 23 May | 2pm – 9pm
Gilbert Bretterbauer is an artist and designer based between Vienna, Japan, and the US. He is known for vibrant art carpets, sculptural lamps, and steel-pipe furniture that blur the line between function and art. With bold color and abstraction, he transforms traditional weaving into expressive, contemporary objects.
22 – 25 May | All Day
Anna Pelz (*1997) studied TransArts in Vienna and works across painting, sculpture, photography, and text. Using materials like textiles, glitter, and ceramics, she explores themes such as transformation, escapism, and digital culture—blending personal emotion with social reflection.
22 – 25 May | All Day
Teresa Grandits explores body politics and absence through poetic, ironic works. Influenced by her Austrian-Croatian background, her art reflects urban life and social narratives—offering a contemporary take on identity, language, and representation.
22 – 25 May | All Day
At the IKEA Art Living Room, art isn’t just displayed – it’s discussed. Our talk series brings together artists, collectors, and creatives for conversations and personal insights:
Language: Talks are held in German (DE), English (EN), or both as indicated
Included in day ticket
15:00 – More Than Street Art (DE)
Collector Katrin-Sophie Batz shares insights into her eclectic collection with a focus on street art as a global-local phenomenon.
Speaker: Katrin-Sophie Batz
Moderator: Alexandra Grubeck
17:00 – Form Over Function? Where Does Design End and Art Begin? (DE)
A panel on the intersection of design and art in everyday life, featuring perspectives from IKEA and Vienna Design Week.
Speakers: Susanne Istel (IKEA), Elke Uitz (IKEA), Johannes Rass, Roland Gabriel (Vienna Design Week)
Moderator: Paula Marschalek
15:00 – Art & Culture for All: Dream Team Art & Football (DE)
A best-practice example of inclusion through culture: the tschutti football album project connects sport and art.
Speakers: Monika Wagner (Hunger auf Kunst und Kultur), Thomas Rihl (Job TransFAIR), Enno Osten (Artist)
Moderator: Alexandra Grubeck
17:00 – It’s a Material World! Textile Art Reloaded (DE)
Two artists present their unique approaches to textile as a contemporary artistic medium.
Speakers: Gilbert Bretterbauer, Teresa Grandits
Moderator: Alexandra Grubeck
11:00 – Does Art Come from Skills? Question Time with Objects (DE & EN)
An interactive Q&A about art and creativity with children and adults, using the works of artist Fabian Seiz.
Speaker: Fabian Seiz
Moderators: Alexandra Grubeck & Tanya van Breda Vriesman
15:00 – Love Art & Artists! (DE)
A personal talk about collecting, supporting emerging artists, and the love for art.
Speaker: Andreas Schlichtner
Moderator: Alexandra Grubeck
11:15 – Meet the Collector and Founder (EN)
A conversation with Affordable Art Fair founder Will Ramsay and Vienna Fair Director Tanya van Breda Vriesman.
Speakers: Will Ramsay, Tanya van Breda Vriesman
Moderator: Alexandra Grubeck
15:00 – Open / Close Your Eyes! A Painting Can Tell More (DE)
A dialogue on how we look at art, perception, and the stories behind the image.
Speakers: Johannes Domsich, Ronald Kodritsch
Moderator: Alexandra Grubeck
Together with the Kunstforum Wien, we are offering a creative program for children and teenagers during the weekend of Affordable Art Fair Vienna.
Saturday 24 May, Family hour: 10:00 – 12:00
Sunday 25 May, Family hour: 10:00 – 12:00
Hosted in the Art & Fun Studio – sponsored and designed by IKEA – the workshop invites young visitors to explore art in a playful and hands-on way. The program is inspired by the current exhibition “Favorite Darkness” by Anton Corbijn, which features photographic portraits, music videos, album designs, and stage visuals—offering a fascinating glimpse into the work of one of the most influential artists of our time.
The workshop is free of charge and tailored for kids and teens, while parents are free to explore the fair at their own pace.
“Favorite Darkness” is on view at Kunstforum Wien until 29 June 2025, daily from 10:00–19:00 and until 21:00 on Fridays. Get your tickets.
Kunstforum Wien, Aldo Giannotti: House Of Constructs, 2024, Sandra Fockenberger
From the Netherlands, Spain and France, to Brazil or Vietnam. Affordable Art Fair Vienna brings together a vibrant mix of international galleries and artists based in Vienna.
Lil Blanc, ABYSS PAINTED IN BLUE, 2025, 120×120 cm, Spray High Gloss Epoxy on3 boar, 3600€, Galeria Rodrigo Juarranz
We’re proud to welcome IKEA as a partner of Affordable Art Fair Vienna. As part of the collaboration, IKEA has designed the Art Living Room – a space to pause and think of the art work you fell in love with. Featuring pieces from IKEA’s new STOCKHOLM collection, the Art Living Room blends timeless design with contemporary inspiration – just like the fair itself.
To create a calm, welcoming atmosphere, Affordable Art Fair Vienna is gently scented by LOOOPS – our official scent partner. Based in Salzburg, LOOOPS creates natural candles and diffusers handcrafted from pure essential oils.
Create feel-good moments that are truly yours – with natural scents made from the pure essence of nature.
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We are collaborating with calienna to create beautiful green spaces throughout the fair. Vienna’s creative concept store and café – designs spaces that invite visitors to pause and reconnect.
Surrounded by vibrant art and lush greenery, visitors are encouraged to slow down, find inspiration, and enjoy a truly immersive fair experience.
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Can’t wait to take your artwork home? Take advantage of our complimentary wrapping services provided by Fantastic Framing or take a more sustainable route with our partner WalltoWall and BIYOMAP throughout the duration of the fair.
Whether you’re an avid art collector, a budding enthusiast, or someone looking to enjoy a day immersed in creativity, join us for an arty day out at Affordable Art Fair Vienna this 22 – 25 May.
