KIAF and Frieze Seoul Launch Together at COEX, Marking Art Week in Seoul
Two major art events, the Korea International Art Fair (KIAF) and Frieze Seoul, officially opened on September 3 at the COEX Mall in southern Seoul, celebrating what has become a central moment in the city’s cultural calendar.
KIAF, South Korea’s largest domestic art fair, features a broad selection of nearly 175 participating galleries, while Frieze Seoul, in its fourth year, brings together over 120 galleries with a mix of international and Korean representation. Both fairs are being held concurrently at COEX, from September 3 to 7 for KIAF, and September 3 to 6 for Frieze Seoul, creating a vibrant synergy for art enthusiasts and the global art community.
Highlights & Significance
Cultural Convergence: KIAF and Frieze Seoul are anchoring Seoul Art Week, a centerpiece of the city’s broader art ecosystem, which includes over 100 commercial galleries and 35+ museums, along with artist-run spaces and exhibitions across Seoul.
International Versus Local: Frieze Seoul presents a curated platform for both longstanding art institutions and emerging voices, conveying growing global interest while spotlighting Asia’s artistic pulse.