October 16-18 2026
A three day community celebration of the Arts
Canberra Art Fair exhibition space is now fully booked. Please join our waitlist if you would like to be notified if additional exhibition space becomes available
About the Canberra Art Fair
CAF26 brings together more than 100 artists from Canberra, the region, across Australia and overseas, offering an extraordinary range of styles, mediums and stories. Whether you’re searching for a treasure for your wall, hoping to meet the artist behind a piece you love, or even looking to commission someone to paint your vision, the fair is the perfect place to find it.
Buy Direct from the Artists
CAF26 is also a wonderful opportunity to support the creative community directly. You can purchase original artworks and limited‑edition prints straight from the artists, hear the stories behind each piece, and discover new favourites you may never have encountered in a traditional gallery setting.
Participate in a Workshop
Take part in hands‑on workshops led by skilled local and regional teachers — a chance to learn new techniques or simply enjoy making something yourself.
Live Demonstrations
Wander through the pavilion and enjoy live demonstrations, meet artists as they create, and experience the energy of art in action.
Support the creative community
Whether you’re a seasoned collector, a first‑time buyer, or simply someone who loves being surrounded by creativity, Canberra Art Fair is your invitation to explore, connect and be inspired.
Art-related supplies and services
We are joined at CAF26 by framers, canvas makers, suppliers, and other art-related vendors showcasing their offerings.
Sponsors
The Canberra Art Fair would not be possible without the support of our major sponsor - The Artists Shed. With locations in Fyshwick (88 Wollongong St) and Bungendore (2/10 Gibraltar St). Drop in to see the gallery, sign up for art classes, get all your high quality art supplies and browse the vintage toy collections at Bungendore!
The Canberra Art Fair also thanks Aarwun Gallery for its support. Established in 1999, Aarwun Gallery is a premier destination for Australian art. They present distinguished landscape and portrait artists, dynamic contemporary voices, and celebrated Indigenous practitioners. Their diverse collection spans painting, printmaking, ceramics, glass, bronze, and sculpture — each work curated for excellence, authenticity, and creative vision.
We are excited to be partnering with HUG Framing and Gallery to offer special discounts to CAF artists and collectors!! In the lead up to CAF26, artists can prepare their work for exhibition with a 20% discount on custom framing and framing products (maximum discount $50, limited to one discount per CAF artist and cannot be used with any other discount or offer). For collectors who purchase work at the Fair, HUG is offering a 15% discount on custom framing and framing products - collect your discount voucher at #CAF26
Do you want to support Canberra's arts community by sponsoring the Canberra Art Fair? Contact us to discuss sponsorship or patronage options.
CAF WORKSHOPS
Get hands on at #CAF26! If you're a beginner, book in to have some fun and try something new. If you're an experienced artist, book in to try a new medium or style in a relaxed and friendly environment.
Workshops run for 45 minutes and are a great opportunity to try something new! At just $25 to participate, why not make a day of it and sign up for 3 or 4!? Be sure to leave time to explore the amazing artwork on show.
If you want to share your passion with others - sign up to teach a workshop!
Program
Thursday 15 October from 2pm
Artist set up and install
Friday 16 October 10am - 5pm
CAF26 Open
Workshops from 10am
Friday 16 October 5 - 8pm
Official Opening
By invitation
Saturday 17 October 10am -5pm
CAF26 Open
Workshops from 10am
Sunday 18 October 10am - 4pm
CAF26 Open
Workshops from 10am
Sunday 18 October 4pm
Artist remove artwork and dismantle stalls
Canberra Art Fair
16 - 18 October 2026
Quokka Pavilion, EPIC