Following the most successful edition to date, VOLTA returns to Basel from 17 - 21 June 2026. A springboard for emerging talent and an incubator for ideas that shape the future of contemporary art, VOLTA offers the chance to discover and collect works by artists at a pivotal moment in their careers. 

Located just a two-minute walk from Art Basel and the central Messeplatz, VOLTA 2026 is set to showcase 78 galleries from 26 countries from across the globe, offering visitors and collectors an experience centred on artistic diversity, innovation, and global perspectives.

A meeting point for art collectors seeking fresh and captivating narratives in the emerging contemporary market, VOLTA invites you to experience encounters, exchanges, and activations that demonstrate what it means to collect with intention. 

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VOLTA Unveils the Full Programme for its 21st Edition
VOLTA Unveils the Full Programme for its 21st Edition

VOLTA Basel 2026 presents a dynamic EMERGE + ENGAGE programme of talks, tours, and special initiatives exploring the evolving global art market, contemporary Aboriginal art, and new pathways for discovering emerging talent.

VOLTA Basel Announces the Full Exhibitor List for Its 21st Edition 
VOLTA Basel Announces the Full Exhibitor List for Its 21st Edition 

VOLTA 2026 is set to showcase 69 galleries from 26 countries. The Fair will showcase a dynamic mix of established and emerging talent, highlighting experimental curatorial practices from emerging galleries in the new section FRISCHE!; encourage cross-cultural dialogue through a dedicated Pavilion Everywhen: Contemporary Aboriginal Art; and celebrate the vibrant presence of 18 Swiss galleries. 

How to collect and style art for your home
How to collect and style art for your home

Creating a home that reflects your personality goes beyond colour palettes and furniture, it’s also about the art you choose to surround yourself with. However, building a collection that feels curated rather than chaotic can feel like an intimidating task. We have turned to two seasoned interiors who have shared their insider tips on how to choose, display, and style artwork to elevate your home and help to make it feel uniquely your own.

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