Le Touquet International Art Fair – First Edition 2026
From 29 October to 1 November 2026
Le Touquet launches its very first International Art Fair this autumn: 40 French and international galleries filling 2,400 m² of the Palais des Congrès with painting, sculpture, photography and ceramics. A perfect long-weekend cultural escape, 29 October to 1 November 2026.
Le Touquet-Paris-Plage — illustrative photo
A brand-new contemporary art fair comes to Le Touquet
This autumn, Le Touquet-Paris-Plage adds a major cultural milestone to its calendar. The inaugural Le Touquet International Art Fair runs from Thursday 29 October to Sunday 1 November 2026, taking over the Palais des Congrès with nearly 40 French and international galleries. Spread across roughly 2,400 m², the fair covers painting, sculpture, photography, drawing and contemporary ceramics — all available to view and buy directly from the exhibiting galleries.
Practical information
Opening hours
- Friday 30 October — 10:00 to 21:00
- Saturday 31 October — 10:00 to 23:00
- Sunday 1 November — 10:00 to 19:00
Thursday 29 October is reserved for the opening preview. Contact the organisers for details on preview-night access.
Why this fair stands out
At a human scale — far removed from the overwhelming crowds of the biggest art fairs — this event puts visitors in direct contact with gallerists. Whether you are an established collector or simply curious about contemporary art, the seaside setting of Le Touquet makes the whole experience feel refreshingly relaxed.
Making the most of it from Hippotel
The Palais des Congrès is just a short walk from Hippotel, making this All Saints' long weekend an ideal opportunity for a two-to-four-night stay. The fair stays open until 23:00 on Saturday, so there is plenty of time to enjoy both the galleries and the beach town atmosphere.
- Browse our rooms and apartments — a self-contained apartment is perfect for a cultural weekend break.
- Fuel up for a gallery-filled morning with our breakfast offer.
- Not sure what else to do in Le Touquet? Our local guide covers beaches, golf, sand yachting and more.
Travelling as a group or planning a corporate outing around the fair? Ask our team about our group & events packages.
Book early — the autumn half-term fills fast
The school holiday period around All Saints' Day is one of Le Touquet's busiest. With the added draw of this debut art fair, rooms will go quickly. Secure your stay now to attend this landmark first edition in comfort.