SP–Arte

Location: Pavilhão da Bienal (Bienal Pavilion), Parque Ibirapuera, São Paulo, Brazil Main entrance at Gate 3, Av. Pedro Álvares Cabral

VIP Preview: April 2, 2025 (Wednesday – invitation-only)
Public Days: April 3–6, 2025
- Apr 3–5 (Thu–Sat): 12 PM–8 PM
- Apr 6 (Sun): 11 AM–7 PM

International Contemporary Art Fair – SP–Arte is the largest and most important art fair in South America.

Includes Modern and Contemporary Art
Features key Brazilian and international galleries
Fair Sections
- Main: Leading established galleries
- Solo: Solo artist booths
- Showcase: Emerging galleries (up to 3 artists each)
- Design: Contemporary furniture and collectible design

Deadline: October 15, 2024 (for April 2025 edition) Selection: Curated by fair committee
More Info: sp-arte.com

Collectors Preview: April 2, 2025 – all-day access for VIPs, collectors, and invited guests
Public Opening: From April 3
- Thursday’s public opening (12–8 PM) carries vernissage energy with performances and talks
VIP Program: Includes gallery dinners, guided museum tours (MASP, Pinacoteca)

Contemporary Art: Painting, sculpture, installations, video, performance, conceptual works
Modern Art: Brazilian masters from 20th century (e.g. Lygia Clark, Hélio Oiticica)
Design: Contemporary Brazilian design objects – furniture, lighting, limited editions
Special Projects:
- The Screen: Curated video art (2025 by Eliel Jones)
- Monumental: Large-scale installations curated by Carine Fol

Top Brazilian Galleries: Mendes Wood DM, Fortes D’Aloia & Gabriel, Galeria Luisa Strina, Galeria Nara Roesler, Luciana Brito, Vermelho
International Galleries: OMR (Mexico), Continua (Italy), Piero Atchugarry (Uruguay), RGR (Mexico), Salar Galería (Bolivia)
Design Exhibitors: Etel, Banco Gallery, Rodrigo Ohtake, Carlos Motta
Emerging Spaces: Featured prominently in Showcase and NE galleries

Talks Program: Arena Iguatemi auditorium hosts artist and curator talks
Performance Art: Site-specific works and live actions (e.g. Maurício Ianês in 2025)
The Screen & Monumental: New 2025 curated programs for video and installation
Gallery Night: Evening gallery openings across São Paulo
Museum Collaborations: MASP and MAM São Paulo host exhibitions and extended hours
Social Events: VIP dinners and parties (e.g. Hotel Unique’s Skye Bar)

Bienal Pavilion is fully accessible
- Ramps at entrances
- Elevators between floors
- Accessible restrooms
- Fair provides wheelchairs and staff assistance as needed

Portuguese & English: All fair signage, guides, and catalogs are bilingual
Gallery Staff: Brazilian galleries speak English; international booths often have Portuguese-speaking staff
Tours: Available in Portuguese or English
Spanish: Some support available for Latin American attendees

Location: Parque Ibirapuera, Gate 3 – Bienal Pavilion
Parking: Limited inside park; street and lot parking nearby
Metro Access: Closest metro stations – Paraíso or AACD-Servidor (5–10 min taxi)
Rideshare: Uber and taxis widely used and recommended due to limited parking
Traffic Tip: Arrive early or use evenings to avoid weekday congestion

Google Maps: Search “Bienal Pavilion São Paulo – Gate 3”
Venue Notes: Large white modernist building within Ibirapuera Park – signage clearly directs to SP–Arte entrance during the fair

Website: sp-arte.com
Instagram: @sparteoficial – use #SPArte or #SPArte2025
Facebook: SP–Arte
Twitter: @SP_Arte
Highlights: Daily IG takeovers, live stories from VIP preview, curator and gallery features

Photos:
- Official gallery at sp-arte.com
- Brazilian press coverage (Folha de S.Paulo, O Globo)
- São Paulo Secret and international blogs feature fair highlights
Videos:
- Official recap video (2025 Aftermovie) on SP–Arte’s YouTube and IG
- Coverage by local TV and art media
- Interviews with curators and artists via Sophie Suart Advisory