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FOCUS NEW YORK 2025
The Future of Art
is Already Here.
Be Part of It.
Not tomorrow. Not next year. Right now — humanity and technology are colliding to create something breathtaking. At FOCUS Art Fair New York 2025, the future isn't a concept. It's an experience.
Date:
15 - 18 May, 2025
Thursday, May 15 12:00 - 18:00
(18:00-21:00 VIP Opening)
Friday, May 16 12:00 - 18:00
(18:00-21:00 FOCUS Friday Late)
Saturday, May 17 11:00 - 19:00
Sunday, May 18 11:00 - 17:00
Location:
Chelsea Industrial
550 W 28th St, New York
1. 50 Countries, One Visit
Step into a single hall and feel the pulse of fifty distinct art scenes. From Seoul’s digital avant-garde to Lagos’ new wave of Afrofuturism, the fair hand-picks boundary-pushers who rarely leave their home markets. You won’t just “see” global art; you’ll feel the cultural momentum that critics normally chase across continents.
2. Instant Creativity Boost
- LIVE MAKING SESSION
Florian Markus : Watch robots sketch ultra-precise drawings.
A?DEN: see 3-D printers birth brand-new works on the spot.
3. Peek Inside the Artist’s Studio
We rebuild each creator’s actual workspace, right down to the half-used pigments and annotated sketchbooks. Trace every decision: what got erased, what got highlighted, what nearly ended up in the trash. You’ll come away understanding not just what they made but why they made it.
4. Art on the Table : SOPO x A?DEN
Experience Art on the Table — a unique collaboration between world-class artists and star chefs.
5. INSIDER TALKS
Lightning insights from leaders in tech, fashion, and art.
6. Family Zone
“Baby Shark's 10th Anniversary” kids area
—your child debuts as an on-site artist.
7. Docent Tour with Sotheby’s Institute of Art
Double your discovery: join a one-hour, expert-led walkthrough that unlocks hidden stories and spotlights the fair’s must-see works.
Check Our Full Program Schedule
ALL YOU CAN MEET
OUR FEATURED Must-See Artists
ANGELA NIKOLAU
Florian Markus
Taezoo
Park
JINAH
ROH
A?DEN
MITSUHIRO HIGUCHI
Server Demirtaş
ORLAN
OUR PARTNERS
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Can I join a docent tour?Yes. FOCUS partners with Sotheby’s Institute of Art for a one-hour, curator-led Docent Tour that dives into show highlights and behind-the-scenes stories. Price Add $15 to any General Admission ticket. Times Fri 2 PM / 3 PM / 4 PM · Sat 2 PM / 3 PM / 4 PM · Sun 12 PM / 2 PM Capacity 25 guests per slot, first come first served. Language Tours are conducted in English. How to book Select your preferred slot during the online ticket checkout; a separate QR code for the tour will arrive with your confirmation email. Meeting point Gather at the “DOCENT TOUR” banner beside the main info desk at least 10 minutes before start time.
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Can I bring food or drinks inside?Only sealed water bottles are allowed on the exhibition floor. A café lounge operates on-site for snacks and beverages.
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How do I get tickets?Tap “Buy Your Ticket” on this page. Mobile tickets scan straight from your phone—no print-outs needed.
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When and where is FOCUS Art Fair New York 2025?May 15–18 at 550 W 28th St, Chelsea. Doors open 11 AM–7 PM (Sun 11 AM–6 PM).
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Will the art be for sale?Most works can be purchased. Gallery staff can arrange packing and worldwide shipping on the spot.
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Can I buy tickets on-site?A limited number of same-day tickets may be released at the entrance if the event is not sold out. Online purchase is strongly recommended to guarantee entry.
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What’s included in a VIP Pass?• Skip-the-line access all four days • Chance to watch the Art on the Table. • Private lounge with barista coffee, charging stations, and Wi-Fi
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How do I get there?• Subway: A/C/E to 23 St or 34 St–Penn, then a 10-minute walk. • Ride-share: Set drop-off to “550 W 28th St.” • Parking: Limited paid lots on 10th Ave—public transit is fastest.
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Can I bring my kids?Yes—children under 12 enter free with a ticketed adult. The Baby Shark 10th Anniversary Kids Zone lets young visitors create and display their own art.
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Is photography allowed?Personal photos and short videos are welcome—please turn off flash. Tripods and commercial shoots require prior approval.