# Art-O-Rama contemporary art fair in Marseille

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/art-o-rama-contemporary-art-fair-in-marseille
> Updated: 2026-08-31T16:39:22.000Z. Sources: 9. Developments: 2.

The 20th anniversary of the Art-O-Rama international contemporary art fair took place in Marseille, France, at the Friche la Belle de Mai cultural center from August 28 to 30, 2026.

The event focused on emerging galleries and artists, utilizing low stand fees to encourage unconventional curatorial presentations. The fair featured approximately 37 to 38 galleries representing 18 different countries, including participants from Tokyo, Lima, Sofia, Barcelona, Paris, London, and Berlin. More than half of the participating galleries were first-time attendees, many of which were established within the last five years.

This edition introduced a new section dedicated to contemporary design and editions. The exhibition included a variety of works, ranging from immersive photography projects developed locally in Marseille to ephemeral pieces made of biodegradable materials.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-31: Art-O-Rama celebrates 20th anniversary in Marseille

The 20th anniversary of the Art-O-Rama contemporary art fair was held in Marseille from August 28-30, 2026, featuring nearly 40 international galleries and a new design section.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/art-o-rama-celebrates-20th-anniversary-in-marseille

### 2026-08-28: Art-o-rama fair showcases emerging talent in Marseille

The 20th anniversary of the Art-o-rama art fair is underway in Marseille, highlighting emerging international galleries and artists through low participation fees and diverse curatorial projects.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/art-o-rama-fair-showcases-emerging-talent-in-marseille

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