Hamptons Fine Art Fair Returns for 20th Anniversary With 150 Galleries, Global Artists and Marilyn Monroe Tribute

The milestone fair brings together world-class galleries, emerging talent, iconic exhibitions and Spark Hamptons’ exclusive “Spark of Inspiration” collector conversation in Southampton.

Hamptons Fine Art Fair Celebrates 20 Years of Art, Discovery and Inspiration

The Hamptons summer season is synonymous with unforgettable experiences — from oceanfront gatherings to cultural moments that bring the East End’s creative community together. This year, the Hamptons Fine Art Fair marks its 20th anniversary with its most ambitious edition yet, transforming Southampton into a global destination for collectors, artists and art lovers.

Featuring 150 curated galleries and top sponsor exhibitors, the fair welcomes 60 new galleries from around the world, bringing an extraordinary range of contemporary, modern and historic works to the Hamptons — with participating galleries representing artistic voices from destinations including Vietnam, South Africa and beyond.

For collectors and curious newcomers alike, the fair offers a rare opportunity for discovery, with works by 500 emerging, mid-career and blue-chip artists spanning generations, styles and movements.

And this year, the entrance itself becomes part of the experience: visitors will be welcomed by one of the world’s most recognizable symbols of freedom — the Statue of Liberty — creating a dramatic arrival moment before stepping into a celebration of global art.

A Global Art Experience in the Heart of Southampton

The international spotlight shines brighter than ever, with six galleries from the United Kingdom crossing the pond to participate in this milestone edition, showcasing the strength and diversity of British art.

Collectors will also have the opportunity to explore “The Trailblazers of Hamptons’ Abstraction,” featuring important works by celebrated artists from the groundbreaking Abstract Expressionist era of the 1950s through the 1970s — a movement that forever changed the art world.

Marilyn Monroe, The Last Sitting™ and a Centennial Celebration

One of the fair’s most anticipated highlights is “Marilyn@100,” a special Hamptons tribute celebrating the centennial of Marilyn Monroe’s birth.

Presented by the Estate of Bert Stern™ and Hamptons Magazine, the exhibition features The Last Sitting™, the iconic final photo session of Monroe captured by legendary photographer Bert Stern just weeks before her death.

As Monroe famously said:
“It’s not true I had nothing on — I had the radio on.”

The exhibition offers a glimpse into the enduring cultural influence of one of the world’s most photographed and celebrated icons.

Celebrating Artists, Collectors and the Next Generation

The Hamptons Fine Art Fair continues its tradition of honoring the people who shape the art world with the fourth annual Hamptons Artists Hall of Fame inductions, recognizing four distinguished honorees on Saturday, July 11, at 11 a.m., sponsored by The Southampton Press.

The fair will also welcome a new generation of collectors during the Young Collectors Party on Friday, July 10, from 5 to 7 p.m., bringing together young art enthusiasts and members of prestigious New York cultural institutions, including The Whitney Museum of American Art, The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), The Frick Collection and others.

Spark Hamptons Presents “Spark of Inspiration”

Art is more than what hangs on a wall — it tells stories, sparks conversations and often becomes part of the collector’s personal journey.

On Friday, July 10, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Spark Hamptons will host its exclusive VIP experience, “Spark of Inspiration: How Art Collecting Sparked the Lives of Leading Collectors.”

Moderated by Spark Hamptons Editor Angela LaGreca, the VIP event will feature prominent art collectors, including Rick Friedman, producer of the Hamptons Art Fair, in conversation about what “sparks their inspiration” when it comes to art.

The special presentation explores the personal stories behind collecting — what inspires people to begin building a collection, how individual works become meaningful, and why art remains one of the most powerful forms of personal expression.

Guests are invited to stop by the Spark Hamptons booth for an insider look at the passion, discovery and inspiration behind collecting art. (See below to secure your VIP reservation.) To access your Spark VIP ticket, go to hamptonsfineartfair.com/tickets and USE CODE “spark2026” — reservations via email, one person at a time, are required.

From Horses to History: More Fair Highlights

The Hamptons Fine Art Fair will also celebrate the region’s equestrian heritage with “Celebrating the Year of the Horse,” hosted by The Hampton Classic and the Hamptons Fine Art Fair on Sunday, July 12, from 1 to 3 p.m.

Presented by James Lane Post, the event will feature acclaimed local equestrian photographer Bob Tabor, offering a look at the artistry and athleticism behind one of the Hamptons’ signature traditions.

With expanded visitor amenities, including 600 parking spaces steps from the entrance and a new valet parking option, attending the fair has never been easier.

Hamptons Fine Art Fair 2026: What You Need to Know

Location: Southampton, New York
VIP Opening Preview: Thursday, July 9

VIP “First Look” Opening Preview:
12–5 p.m.
Benefits Southampton Arts Center

VIP Opening Preview Evening:
5–9:30 p.m.
Benefits Parrish Art Museum

General Admission:
Friday, July 10: 11 a.m.–7 p.m.
Saturday, July 11: 11 a.m.–7 p.m.
Sunday, July 12: 11 a.m.–6 p.m.

Spark Hamptons VIP Spark of Inspiration Event

Friday, July 10, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

To access your VIP ticket, go to hamptonsfineartfair.com/tickets and USE CODE “spark2026” — reservations via email, one person at a time, are required.

VIP access will give you free entry to the VIP lounge, access to the show that day, as well as the talk, bagels and coffee and a docent-led curated art tour.