Biennale Arte 2026 in Venice: what to see on May 10

Biennale Arte 2026 in Venice: what to see on May 10

The 61st International Art Exhibition of the Venice Biennale spreads across the Giardini, the Arsenale and venues throughout the city. This practical guide highlights exhibitions and events not to miss on 10 May 2026, with logistical tips to make the most of your day.

• Padiglione Italia – Con te, con tutto (Chiara Camoni): a collective show featuring site-specific works and collaborative projects; events and performances run until 22 November 2026.
• Le Stanze della Fotografia (San Giorgio Maggiore): dual program including 30 Years. The Wild Horses of Sable Island by Roberto Dutesco, open until 5 July 2026, and a personal exhibition on Horst P. Horst.
• Le Stanze del Vetro: historical exhibition on Murano glass (1948–1958), framing local production in the postwar Biennale context.
• Abbey of San Giorgio Maggiore: sculptural retrospective The Shape of Time and site-specific installations in the Abbey rooms.
• Museo Correr and San Marco venues: site-specific exhibitions engaging with Venice’s historical heritage.
• Galleries and independent spaces: Zuecca Projects, 10 & zero uno, ACP Palazzo Franchetti and others host shows and collateral events across the city.

Practical tips

• Plan your route: visiting both Giardini and Arsenale takes time; factor in vaporetto transfers and stops at islands such as San Giorgio Maggiore.
• Tickets and bookings: check opening times and admission rules on the official pages of each venue to avoid queues and to book time-slots if required.
• Events and performances: many initiatives occur on specific dates; consult the updated schedule of the pavilions you want to see.
• Visiting time: allow gaps between stops for transport and possible crowds at popular exhibitions.

Where: Giardini "A", 30100 Venice (coordinates: 45.42976, 12.354997). This selection helps orient your day on May 10 among institutional pavilions, historic institutions and emerging spaces reflecting contemporary art’s dialogue with Venice. Enjoy your visit.