ARCO and Madrid’s Dynamic Art Scene in Focus

Not every artist chooses to join ARCO, yet the fair sparks multiple compelling routes that attract serious collectors across Madrid and beyond. The event runs simultaneously with other showcases in the capital, offering broader opportunities for experience and discovery. Smaller art fairs also proliferate, drawing veterans and newcomers alike. Art Madrid, for instance, features a compact slate this year with 18 prints and works by Perceval Graells, plus creators from Alicante such as Cristina Ferrández and Daniel Sueiras. Likewise, other venues in the city turn into vibrant platforms for contemporary work, inviting audiences to explore in a more intimate setting. Throughout Madrid, many artists host open studios and participate in collective exhibitions that transform the city into a living gallery during this period.