Vernice Art Fair 2026 in Forlì: installations, performances and

Vernice Art Fair 2026: a contemporary showcase with live events and young artists

When: 27–29 March 2026. Where: Fiera di Forlì, Via Punta di Ferro 2. Ticket: €8.

The 23rd edition of Vernice Art Fair combines a market format with site-specific installations and curated side events. The fair aims to present current directions in contemporary art while providing visibility to up-and-coming artists and experimental projects.

Featured projects and highlights

Notable presentations include Amanda Chiarucci’s solo show "L’Essenza dell’Universo", an exploration of energy and matter conceived for the fair. Near the entrance, the group exhibition "Voci dalla Terra" brings together works by Giorgio Laveri, Theo Gallino and Laura Mircea, spanning ceramics, protective sculpture and kinetic planispheres. Laura Mircea will deliver a live performance on Saturday 28 March at 17:00.

Ignazio Fresu debuts a site-specific installation, "La Sospensione dell’Essere", reflecting on time as a fragmented, unstable condition. The discovery platform Spazio 4x4, curated by Oscar Dominguez, presents a selection of emerging artists identified for their innovative approaches.

Academies, international pavilion and public programs

The academies section includes leading Italian institutions (Bologna, Florence, Ravenna, Verona and Santa Giulia of Brescia) and a significant international contribution from Aydın Adnan Menderes University. The Euro Expo Art pavilion hosts artists from over 25 countries and organizes editorial presentations and talks.

Charity initiatives and side events

The fair maintains a charitable focus with initiatives such as the "Asta Arte per la Nave" (18th edition) and the "Paperi d’Artista" auction, whose proceeds support cancer research at IRCCS Dino Amadori. Performances include Antonella Turci’s "Dolls" (Saturday 28 March, 16:00). The Coinè art competition awards ceremony is scheduled for Sunday 29 March at 18:00.

Visitor information and tips

• Dates: 27–29 March 2026
• Opening hours: Friday 27 March 16:30–19:30; Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 March 10:00–19:30
• Location: Fiera di Forlì, Via Punta di Ferro 2
• Entry fee: €8
• Highlights: Amanda Chiarucci’s solo show, Laura Mircea’s live performance (Sat 17:00), Antonella Turci’s "Dolls" (Sat 16:00), benefit auctions and the Spazio 4x4 emerging artists section

The fair offers opportunities for collectors, curators and the public to engage directly with contemporary practices. If you plan to attend during peak hours or to follow live performances, consider arriving early and checking the schedule to make the most of the visit.