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<\/p>\nThe popular art fair returns Feb. 21-23 with an expanded program featuring over 100 galleries, immersive public projects and cutting-edge presentations<\/p>\n
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Frieze Los Angeles will return for its highly anticipated sixth edition from February 20 to 23, 2025, marking another milestone in the fair\u2019s celebration of contemporary art. Held at the historic Santa Monica Airport, this year\u2019s fair promises an expanded program, an exceptional roster of galleries, and a dynamic array of new and returning participants. The event will once again highlight Los Angeles as a key global cultural hub, bringing together artists, collectors, curators, and art enthusiasts from around the world.<\/p>\n
This year\u2019s edition will be housed in a new, custom-designed structure by renowned architect Kulapat Yantrasast of the design studio WHY. The thoughtfully crafted space is expected to enhance the visitor experience, offering a unique and immersive environment that complements the innovative and diverse presentations on display. Frieze Los Angeles has become a central platform for Los Angeles\u2019 art scene, attracting some of the world\u2019s most important galleries and artists, and 2025 will continue to underscore the city\u2019s role as a leading global arts destination.<\/p>\n
Christine Messineo, Director of Americas at Frieze, noted, \u201cAs a major art center, Los Angeles plays an influential role in the global art scene. Frieze Los Angeles 2025 will serve as a key platform in the city\u2019s dynamic cultural landscape, celebrating creativity, innovation, and community.\u201d The fair aims to bring together a dynamic range of galleries and artists that reflect the diversity and vibrancy of both Los Angeles and the international art world.<\/p>\n
Frieze Los Angeles 2025 will feature over 100 galleries from over 20 countries, showcasing some of the most influential names in contemporary art. Leading international galleries, including Gagosian, Hauser & Wirth, Marian Goodman Gallery, White Cube, and David Zwirner, will present cutting-edge works from top artists across various mediums. These prestigious galleries will be joined by 14 newcomers to the fair, such as Southern Guild, Mariane Ibrahim, and Timothy Taylor, bringing fresh perspectives and enriching the event\u2019s international scope.<\/p>\n
Nearly half of the participating galleries are based in Los Angeles, underscoring the city\u2019s significance as a vibrant and evolving art capital. Esteemed local galleries like Blum & Poe, Regen Projects, David Kordansky Gallery, and The Box will showcase groundbreaking work from emerging and established artists. Additionally, several galleries that participated in previous Frieze Los Angeles editions will make their debut in the Galleries sector, such as Matthew Brown, Sebastian Gladstone, and Charlie James, signaling a continued commitment to supporting the region\u2019s arts ecosystem.<\/p>\n
A standout feature of Frieze Los Angeles is the Focus section, which provides a platform for emerging talent. Curated for the second year by Essence Harden (co-curator of Made in L.A. 2025), Focus will feature 12 innovative solo presentations from emerging galleries, spotlighting the next generation of contemporary artists. Galleries such as Bel Ami, Dominique Gallery, Make Room, and Tyler Park Presents will present works that challenge conventional artistic practices and offer fresh perspectives on contemporary issues.<\/p>\n
The Focus section is made possible by Stone Island<\/a>, continuing Frieze\u2019s long-standing commitment to fostering new voices and providing them with opportunities to engage with a global audience. This segment is a vital part of the fair, ensuring that the broader art world is exposed to cutting-edge practices and the exciting work being created by emerging artists today.<\/p>\n Scroll to continue reading<\/p>\n In addition to the impressive gallery presentations, Frieze Los Angeles 2025 will feature a curated program of public art projects and special initiatives. The Art Production Fund will return with its highly anticipated public program, showcasing site-specific artworks across the Santa Monica Airport campus. Visitors can explore outdoor sculptures and installations spread throughout the athletic fields and community park, with many works available for free.<\/p>\n The fair will also continue to provide a platform for nonprofits and social initiatives. Notable programs include the Deutsche Bank Frieze Los Angeles Film Award, now in its sixth year, and the Frieze Impact Prize, a collaboration with WME and the Center for Art & Advocacy. These initiatives highlight the fair\u2019s dedication to supporting social and cultural causes, as well as its commitment to fostering deeper engagement between art and social change.<\/p>\n Frieze Los Angeles is part of a broader cultural celebration in the city during Frieze Week, with major museums and cultural institutions across Los Angeles hosting significant exhibitions and events. Among the highlights are Mar\u00eda Magdalena Campos-Pons: Behold at the Getty, Olafur Eliasson: OPEN at the Museum of Contemporary Art, Joseph Beuys: In Defense of Nature at The Broad, and Alice Coltrane: Monument Eternal at the Hammer Museum. These exhibitions, along with others at LACMA, ICA LA, and the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, will provide visitors with the chance to experience the city\u2019s world-class artistic offerings in a variety of disciplines.<\/p>\n