We were thrilled to reveal the theme Angels and Mara, our curatorial team, first 15 artists, and our first 8 venues for BAB 2026 to our friends and media earlier this afternoon. 

Highlights from our first press conference: 

On October 3, 2025, Mr. Sanon Wangsrangboon, Deputy Governor of Bangkok, Mrs. Kobkarn Wattanavrangkul, Chairman, Bangkok Art and Culture Centre Foundation, Prof. Dr. Apinan Poshyananda, Artistic Director of Bangkok Art Biennale, and Mr. Thapana Sirivadhanabhakdi, Founder of Bangkok Art Biennale Foundation, together with the curatorial team announced the first lineup of 15 outstanding artists from Thailand and around the world. 

Among the exciting names announced are Mel Chin, Mandy El-Sayegh, Piero Golia, Sonia Hamza, Yasumasa Morimura, Manit Sriwanichpoom, Sun Yuan & Peng Yu, and many more — each bringing their unique perspectives to this edition. 

In 2026, Bangkok will be transformed into a city-wide stage for contemporary art, with exhibitions spanning from temples and heritage sites, such as Wat Arun, Wat Pho, Wat Prayoon, to major cultural institutions like BACC, Museum Siam, the National Museum Bangkok, the National Gallery of Thailand, and One Bangkok. 

📅 Mark your calendars! 
Bangkok Art Biennale 2026: Angels and Mara will take place from 29 October 2026 – 28 February 2027. 

Stay tuned for more announcements and prepare for an inspiring artistic journey ahead!