Fair Programme

Get creative in our free art workshops, learn the stories behind the paintings and hear hints & tips about what to collect in our expert art talks. 

Past speakers have included Ryan Gander, Tony Heaton OBE, Scarlet Page, Mark Demsteader, Dave Haslam, Stan Chow and Ian Rayer Smith.

The Whitworth at Manchester Art Fair 2024

Art Talk
The fair invites leading artists and art experts to share their knowledge and experiences with visitors with q&as and panel discussions. 

Art Classroom
Free demos and art classes for adults will be taking place throughout the weekend. All places on a first come first served basis.

Printing
Hot Bed Press bring their unique flare for printmaking to Manchester Art Fair. See artists create original prints in front of your eyes using different techniques.

Kids Activities
Cass Art artists will set up the canvas for young artists to start their own creative journeys with free activities over the weekend.

Special Events

Preview Evening

Be among the first to view the 2025 fair by joining us at the preview evening on Friday 21 November. Take a complimentary glass of wine on arrival and browse the aisles to get the first pick of the art.
Collectors Lunch 2024

Collector Programme

The Collector Programme exists to develop a new generation of collectors and includes  guests speakers, guided tours of the fair with gallerist introductions, and the chance to meet other like minded collectors.
TMC Art Fund 20204

TMC Art Fund

Since 2017 the fund has raised over £86,000 and gifted 31 pieces of work, acquired from galleries at The Manchester Contemporary art fair, to Manchester Art Gallery.  See what they will be buying this year.

Manchester Art Fair 2024

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