ARTBO 2025 Opens in Bogotá

ARTBO 2025 Opens in Bogotá: Art as a Meeting Point
The Colombian capital once again becomes the epicenter of contemporary art with the opening of ARTBO 2025, the Bogotá International Art Fair, which this year takes place at Corferias from September 25 to 28. The event, organized by the Bogotá Chamber of Commerce, brings together galleries, artists, curators, and collectors from around the world in a meeting that reaffirms the city's status as a cultural benchmark in Latin America.
A Fair That Transcends Borders

Since its creation in 2005, ARTBO has grown to become one of the most important fairs in the region, recognized for its rigorous curation and the diversity of its offerings. In its 2025 edition, more than 70 national and international galleries will participate, featuring established and emerging artists who present the best of contemporary art in various disciplines such as painting, sculpture, photography, installation, performance, and digital art.

This year, the emphasis is on sustainability and technological innovation in art, with sections exploring everything from art's relationship to climate change to the impact of new digital tools on creative processes.
Corferias: A Meeting Place

For four days, the Corferias fairgrounds become a space for dialogue, bringing together artists, gallery owners, critics, and art lovers. The exhibition halls are organized into thematic sections that allow the public to explore different perspectives on contemporary art. These include:

Main Section: featuring renowned galleries presenting works by world-renowned artists.

Projects: a curated space for artists with experimental and innovative proposals.

Referents: dedicated to works and creators who have marked milestones in the recent history of Latin American art.

Artecámara: a platform that showcases the talent of young and emerging Colombian artists.

Beyond the Galleries

ARTBO is not limited to exhibitions. In parallel, the fair offers an academic and cultural agenda that includes talks, forums, workshops, and educational activities aimed at industry professionals, students, and the general public. These spaces for reflection allow us to understand art not only as an object of consumption, but as a vehicle for critical thinking and social transformation.

The ARTBO 2025 Forum will feature international guests who will discuss topics such as the role of art in times of crisis, the digitalization of the art market, and the challenges facing cultural institutions in the 21st century.
Cultural and Economic Impact

The fair also has a significant economic and tourism impact on Bogotá. During its duration, the city welcomes hundreds of national and international visitors, boosting sectors such as tourism, gastronomy, and hospitality. Furthermore, ARTBO becomes a driving force for the art market, encouraging local artists and galleries to expand their reach internationally.

In this sense, the Bogotá Chamber of Commerce has emphasized that the fair not only seeks to sell works, but also to strengthen the Colombian artistic ecosystem, building bridges between creators, critics, and the public.
Art as a collective experience

One of ARTBO 2025's major goals is to bring art closer to the public. Therefore, in addition to the programming at Corferias, the fair collaborates with museums, galleries, and independent spaces in the city that offer complementary activities, turning Bogotá into an open stage for cultural experiences.
Conclusion

The opening of ARTBO 2025 at Corferias marks the beginning of a vibrant week for art in Bogotá. More than a fair, it is a meeting point where creativity, reflection, and cultural exchange converge. With a diverse and high-level program, ARTBO reaffirms its role as an international showcase for contemporary art and as a driving force that positions Colombia on the world's cultural map.
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