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Biennales serve as vital platforms for cultural exchange, artistic innovation, and critical discourse. These recurring exhibitions bring together diverse perspectives from artists, curators, and thinkers around the world, creating spaces where art confronts pressing social, political, and environmental issues of our time.

Through Biennial.org, we invite you to explore the most influential contemporary art biennales across continents—each with its unique history, cultural context, and artistic vision that contributes to the rich tapestry of global art.

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Est. 1895

Venice Biennale

Venice, Italy

The world's oldest and most prestigious international art exhibition, showcasing national pavilions and a curated international exhibition.

Est. 1951

São Paulo Biennial

São Paulo, Brazil

The second oldest art biennial in the world, showcasing Latin American art and creating dialogue between Brazilian and international artists.

Est. 1932

Whitney Biennial

New York, USA

America's preeminent survey of contemporary art, spotlighting emerging voices and established artists who shape American culture.

Est. 1987

Istanbul Biennial

Istanbul, Turkey

Bridging East and West through contemporary art, fostering intercultural dialogue and exploring the city's unique historical sites.

Est. 1998

Berlin Biennale

Berlin, Germany

A forum for progressive contemporary art practices, engaging with Berlin's complex history and cultural landscape.

Est. 1995

Gwangju Biennale

Gwangju, South Korea

Asia's oldest contemporary art biennale, founded to commemorate the 1980 Gwangju Uprising and promote democracy through art.

Est. 1998

Liverpool Biennial

Liverpool, UK

The UK's largest festival of contemporary visual art, transforming the city into a massive gallery of installations and exhibitions.

Est. 1973

Biennale of Sydney

Sydney, Australia

Australia's largest contemporary visual arts event, showcasing innovative works across iconic venues including Cockatoo Island.

Est. 1993

Sharjah Biennial

Sharjah, UAE

A leading platform for contemporary art in the Middle East, bridging global artistic practices with regional cultural contexts.

Est. 1984

Havana Biennial

Havana, Cuba

Focuses on art from Latin America, Asia, and Africa, providing visibility to underrepresented artistic practices from the Global South.

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