Fridge Art Fair Chelsea NYC 2026 – Open Call for Artists

Fridge Art Fair is an independent, all-inclusive New York art fair running since 2013 during Frieze week, with the 2026 edition at the Hotel Alameda in Chelsea, May 13-17.

Fridge Art Fair has been running in New York since May 2013, intentionally timed to coincide with Frieze week in Chelsea. The fair positions itself as an open, artist-forward alternative to the major fairs: all styles and media are welcome, and LGBTQ+ artists and allies are especially encouraged to apply. The 2026 edition is the second year at the Hotel Alameda Highline Bar and Lobby at 518 West 27th Street, a central location within walking distance of the other fairs concentrated in the neighborhood. Public hours run May 13-17, with a VIP preview on the evening of May 13. Admission is free to the public.

Please work your way through the questions in our form, and be sure to submit your work before midnight on May 4 (Deadline has been extended.) 

All are encouraged to apply, but only artists able to hand-deliver and pickup (or arrange delivery/pickup) of their work will be eligible. Small works are encouraged.