Florence Biennale

The XVI Florence Biennale, which will take place at the Fortezza da Basso (Florence, Italy), from 23 to 31 October 2027, will engage participating artists and visitors in a rich programme of artistic and cultural activities. Aside from the main exhibition, there will be collateral events, performances, workshops, conferences, and lectures relating to the theme of the new edition.

Founded in 1997, the Florence Biennale is the major contemporary art and design exhibition in Florence (Italy) and one of the world's leading contemporary art exhibitions. More than 600 artists and designers from 84 countries participated in the latest edition (XV Florence Biennale 2025), which has been held under the patronage of the European Parliament, Tuscany Region, and Municipality of Florence.