In recent years, ways of engaging with contemporary art have begun to expand beyond traditional exhibition formats. Gallery has established itself as a platform that invites people to explore the city through cultural experiences, fostering new connections between galleries, artists, art spaces, and diverse audiences.
The first edition of Gallery 2026, held on Saturday, May 16, in Retiro, Recoleta, and Microcentro, revitalized Buenos Aires’s art scene through a program that brought together more than 40 galleries, museums, foundations, and contemporary spaces across various routes open to the public.
Organized by Arte al Día and supported by Pinta, the program features tours, guided visits, talks, activations, and special experiences that allow visitors to engage with contemporary art in a more accessible, dynamic, and participatory way. Throughout the day, thousands of people moved between exhibitions, artist meet-and-greets, and activities developed specifically for this edition, establishing Gallery as a space for circulation and exchange within the local scene.
The inclusion of live music at various points along the routes and an architectural city tour further enriched the event experience, creating intersections between contemporary art, heritage, sound, and the city. In this sense, Gallery serves not only as a platform for promoting galleries and cultural spaces, but also as a tool for reimagining new ways of experiencing and exploring Buenos Aires through culture.
The day concluded at Central AFFAIR with the After Gallery, extending the gathering of artists, gallery owners, musicians, and the public at one of the most active collective spaces on today’s contemporary art scene.
With more than two decades of experience, Gallery continues to strengthen the connection between contemporary art and the city, promoting inclusive experiences that expand access to culture and foster the growth of new audiences for art in Buenos Aires.