Art Central Hong Kong 2025: A Celebration of Contemporary Art and Experimentation
Featuring 108 galleries and over 500 artists.
Art Central has returned with its 10th edition at Hong Kong’s iconic Central Harbourfront, solidifying its reputation as a cornerstone event of Hong Kong Art Week and a vital contributor to the region’s arts ecosystem. Launching with previews led by its partner UOB, the fair opens to the public from 26 to 30 March 2025 at its iconic Central Harbourfront location.
Renowned for pushing boundaries in contemporary art and experimentation, the fair serves as a platform for both established and emerging artists, offering museum-quality works alongside cutting-edge creations across various mediums. Supported by the Mega Arts and Cultural Events Fund under the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau of Hong Kong SAR, the fair continues to be a key destination for art enthusiasts during Hong Kong’s annual arts celebration. This year’s edition features 108 galleries and over 500 artists representing more than 40 countries and territories, reinforcing the fair’s global appeal.
The fair unveils an ambitious creative program that includes a large-scale commissioned installation by Hong Kong artist Nadim Abbas, alongside a revamped model for performances and lecture performances. This includes a curator-led Legend initiative, spotlighting renowned artists born before 1970, including Asia-Pacific icons such as Ay-O of the Fluxus movement, pioneering Japanese photographer Eikoh Hosoe and Australian painter Emily Kame Kngwarray.
Expanding its reach, the Neo section returns for its second year, featuring 15 galleries showcasing cutting-edge or emerging talents, including Areté Space (Beijing), FIM (Seoul) and The Locker Room (New York). Other highlights include presentations from Avocado Art Lab (Taipei), celebrating contemporary photography and Shunpudo Gallery (Tokyo), which explores Japanese art from post-war to the present.
Additionally, the fair hosts an extensive Video Art program showcasing works from the Akeroyd Collection, bringing together a dynamic and engaging platform for contemporary art discourse. Art Central is open to the public until March 30, offering visitors an opportunity to explore the diverse range of exhibited artworks. Tickets can be purchased online or at the venue, with further details available on the event’s official website.
Art Central
Central Harbourfront Event Space
9 Lung Wo Road, Central, Hong Kong
