Istanbul Biennial
Istanbul
The 19th Istanbul Biennial, organised by İKSV (the Istanbul Foundation for Culture and Arts), runs from 18 September to 14 November 2027. It is curated by LIU Ding and Carol Yinghua Lu. Venues will be announced by İKSV.
Dates
- 18 September 2027 – 14 November 2027 — 19th Istanbul Biennial
Source: İKSV (Fondation d'Istanbul pour la culture et les arts), Istanbul Biennial — accessed 22 October 2026
The Istanbul Biennial is the city's major contemporary art exhibition. It is organised by İKSV (İstanbul Kültür Sanat Vakfı, the Istanbul Foundation for Culture and Arts), which also runs the city's film, music, jazz and theatre festivals. Its 19th edition runs from 18 September to 14 November 2027, curated by LIU Ding and Carol Yinghua Lu. Venues and admission will be announced by İKSV.
Istanbul in autumn
From mid-September to mid-November, Istanbul goes from 26 °C by day in September to 16 °C in November; October, around 21 °C, is one of the best months to visit the city. In 2027 the biennial coincides with the Turkish Formula 1 Grand Prix, from 1 to 3 October.
The pages Pera, Galata and the Golden Horn, the district of galleries and art museums, and The historic peninsula present the city and its hotels.
Frequently asked questions
When is the 2027 Istanbul Biennial?
From 18 September to 14 November 2027.
Who organises the Istanbul Biennial?
İKSV, the Istanbul Foundation for Culture and Arts.