RIGA CONTEMPORARY SURREALISM BIENNALE 2026

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RIGA CONTEMPORARY SURREALISM BIENNALE is dedicated to the exploration of the Universe of our consciousness, the phenomena of the inner worlds, and deep levels of the human consciousness through the visual arts, writings (essay, poetry, etc.) which make the hidden visible.

RIGA CONTEMPORARY SURREALISM BIENNALE offers artists global exposure for the art lovers, curators, art institutions, museums, and collectors. It is a platform for experimentation, showcasing artist's works and new ideas.

RIGA CONTEMPORARY SURREALISM BIENNALE includes - Exhibitions: Live, from May 10th to May 29th, 2026, and 3D Virtual from May 10th 2026 till May 30th, 2027; Artist’s talks, Panel discussions, Contests, Interviews and Publications.

We invite artists from around the world on any stage of their careers who attribute their oeuvre to Automatism, Biomorphism, Dada, Metaphysical Art, and Surrealism to submit their application for consideration.

Participation can be: a) in person, b) absentee, or c) any combination of (a) and (b). For example: participant can be a couple of days in person and the rest as absentee. Artworks will be send directly to the artist or the artist's representative. 

IMPORTANT:  Biennale will assist  participants with their shipments for the live exhibition. Biennale partner, VOYZX Fine Art Project concluded agreements with major shipping companies which allow to reduce the delivery rates up to 55%. It significantly reduces the shipping costs and makes shipments easy.

 

Event date: 
May 10, 2026 to May 29, 2026
Location: 
Live exhibition, artist talks, etc.: Exhibition halls of the Railway Museum, Uzvaras bulvaris, 2A, Riga, LV-1048, Latvia.
Deadline: 
31/January/2026

Entry Fee:

Fee Detail: 
No fee for submission consideration. Accepted artists will receive the Participation Agreement with reasonable fee schedule.
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