A leading contemporsary art market platform for Spain
Contemporary art becomes truly alive as the 13 respected galleries behind ARCO prepare a new edition of the international trade fair that brings forth exemplary artwork from new talent, celebrated names and rising stars. Madrid, Spain is where the magic happens, and the program will encompass five days. In attendance, you have more than 250 collectors, curators, and artists. It’s all worth it because ARCO gives you the opportunity to build your name in the art world. The program features a series that profiles the current artists on displays, forums, and industry networking events and a detailed course that looks into current trends in the collecting world.
ARCO 2025
ARCO's 2025 edition will occur between 05.03.2025 and 09.03.2025. It will be held at the IFEMA - Feria de Madrid in Spain as a live exhibition.
Accommodation
If you’re attending, then consider Trade Fair Trips Ltd as your business travel planner. It takes us one day to get you competitive rates in a fantastic location. The best hotel offers for ARCO are all in one easy place – Trade Fair Trips Ltd. Find hotels close to the exhibition centre that fits your budget. Our team gets you reservations close to public transport options. Small guest houses or luxurious hotel chains. There’s every possible choice in Madrid, and we have exclusive deals for all!
On foot:
Not advisable when travelling from Madrid Airport
Not advisable when travelling from Madrid Atocha Station
By car:
15 minutes when travelling from Madrid Airport
20 minutes when travelling from Madrid Atocha Station
By public transport:
20 minutes when travelling from Madrid Airport
40 minutes when travelling from Madrid Atocha Station
Hotels near ARCO
| Hotel | Stars | Distance to fair | City | Price | ||
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Hostal Valencia Madrid | 16.36 | Madrid | from € 165.00 EUR | Book Now | |
| Madrid Marriott Auditorium Hotel & Conference Center | 8.65 | Madrid | on request | Request | ||
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Hotel Via Castellana | 7.3 | Madrid | on request | Request | |
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NH Collection Madrid Palacio de Tepa | 11 | Madrid | on request | Request | |
| Only YOU Boutique Hotel Madrid | 10 | Madrid | on request | Request | ||
| Catalonia Las Cortes | 11 | Madrid | on request | Request | ||
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Ilunion Suites Madrid | 5.8 | Madrid | on request | Request | |
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Hotel Barajas Plaza | 5 | Madrid | on request | Request | |
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Room Mate Oscar | 10.2 | Madrid | on request | Request | |
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Courtyard by Marriott Madrid Princesa | 10.8 | Madrid | on request | Request |
ARCO 2021
ARCO often debuts new additions as part of its support programme. This includes its 2021 edition which featured the VeePee Creativity Awards. The Awards lauded young artists and helped them to gain visibility. More than 250 international collectors attended the 2021 edition.
ARCO 2022
A total of 75,000 visitors including 30,000 professionals and 185 exhibiting galleries attended ARCO 2022. The event took place as a live exhibition at the IFEMA - Feria de Madrid between 23.02.2022 and 27.02.2022 and received representatives from 30 countries. To ensure the safety of participants due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the venue featured precautions such as mandatory face masks.
ARCO 2023
The 2023 edition of ARCO took place between 22.02.2023 and 26.02.2023 without implementing Covid-19 safety measures. This was due to Spain removing its pandemic-related restrictions. Over 95 000 visitors (including around 38 000 trade ones, more than 450 international art collectors, and 200 professionals attendees from 40 nations) examined the wares of 211 exhibitors from 36 countries.
ARCO 2024
ARCO 2024 was a live trade fair that took place between 06.03.2024 and 10.03.2024 in IFEMA - Feria de Madrid. The event received 95,000 visitors, approximately 400 international collectors, and 200 invited professionals from 40 nations. They overviewed the wares of 205 exhibitors from 36 countries.
