Venice Biennale 2026 — Architecture Edition

The 20th International Architecture Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia spreads across the historic Arsenale and Giardini, featuring national pavilions from 60+ countries alongside a sweeping central exhibition curated by a leading architectural voice. From experimental housing prototypes to speculative urbanism, the Biennale challenges how architecture addresses climate change, displacement, and cultural identity. Satellite events, installations, and university workshops pop up in palazzos, churches, and empty warehouses throughout the Venetian lagoon. The Golden Lion awards ceremony recognises the most impactful national participation and individual projects.

The Venice Biennale, established in 1895, is the world's oldest and most prestigious international art and architecture exhibition. Its national pavilion format makes it the "Olympics of the art world", shaping global architectural discourse for decades.