Events during Art Basel 2026
Date: June 15–21, 2026
Location: Hauptbau, Neubau & Gegenwart
We look forward to welcoming you every day during Art Basel from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. (On Thu: Hauptbau & Neubau open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Gegenwart open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m). Here is an overview of our current exhibitions and the events this week.
Book Launch "High Waters: An Oral History of the Venice Biennale"
Thu, June 18, 11.30 a.m. - 12.30 p.m., Neubau, Participation free of charge, ticket required via ticket link
On the occasion of the release of his book of interviews "High Waters: An Oral History of the Venice Biennale", published by JRP|Editions, Massimiliano Gioni will moderate a distinguished panel bringing together Cecilia Alemani, Francesco Bonami, Bice Curiger, and Adriano Pedrosa. These five former artistic directors of the Venice Biennale will exchange views on their curatorial approaches to one of the world’s most important and long-standing international art exhibitions.
Skaters bring the "Cao Fei" exhibition to life
Wed, June 17, 2026, 4–6 pm, Gegenwart
On the occasion of the "Cao Fei" exhibition and in reference to the artist’s connection to pop and street culture, local skaters will enliven the entrance area with tricks and music.
Current Exhibitions
Neubau, St. Alban-Graben 20, 4052 Basel
Helen Frankenthaler until August 23, 2026
The First Homosexuals. The Birth of New Identities 1869–1939
until August 2, 2026
Hauptbau, St. Alban-Graben 16, 4051 Basel
Collection presentation
Gegenwart, St. Alban-Rheinweg 60, 4051 Basel
Cao Fei. Testimonies to the Near Future until October 11, 2026
Opening hours during Art Basel (June 15–21, 2026):
Mon: 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
Tue: 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
Wed: 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
Thu: Hauptbau & Neubau 11 a.m.–6 p.m.; Gegenwart 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
Fri: 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
Sat: 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
Sun: 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
The shop will be open during Art Basel at the museum's opening hours, including on Monday, June 15, 2026.
Special bistro hours during Art Basel
Monday, June 15, 2026: 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Tuesday, June 16, and Wednesday, June 17, 2026: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Thursday, June 18, 2026: 12 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Special offers during Art Basel
Free admission with Art Basel VIP First Choice Pass
Free admission with Art Basel Artist VIP Pass
Discounted admission with Art Basel Preview VIP Pass
Discounted admission with Liste Art Fair Basel Ticket
