Biennale Milano Art Expo: international contemporary art at Palazzo Stampa di Soncino

Biennale Milano Art Expo: international contemporary art at Palazzo Stampa di Soncino

From 20 to 24 March 2026, Milan becomes a hub for contemporary art with the Biennale Milano Art Expo, curated by Salvo Nugnes. The exhibition is set in the historic Palazzo Stampa di Soncino, close to Piazza del Duomo, and brings together diverse artistic languages to present a broad, cross-disciplinary view of current creative production.

• Dates: 20–24 March 2026
• Venue: Palazzo Stampa di Soncino, central Milan
• Curator: Salvo Nugnes
• Formats: painting, sculpture, photography, installations, literature, music and poetry

The fair aims to be an international showcase: artists from more than 60 countries present works that enter into dialogue, creating exhibition routes that compare styles, techniques and themes. The multidisciplinary approach encourages exchanges between visual arts and performative practices, alongside talks and book presentations.

The program includes contributions from critics, curators and cultural figures who will guide the public through the artworks and thematic discussions. While internationally focused, the event highlights personal narratives of the artists and the local stories reflected in their works.

A representative selection of participating artists includes:

• Anna Actis Caporale
• Venera Alaimo
• Rosalinde Bakker
• Marina Barbiero
• Umberto Barillaro
• Beatrice Baracchini
• Priya Brignoli
• Mauro Bursi
• Elisa Caponetti
• Angela Caputo
• Laura Carbajo
• Gabriele Giardini
• Valentina Iannaco
• Vladimir Korolkov
• Maria La Gioia
• Mauro Lo Sole
• Giorgio Lupano
• Alessandra Maltoni
• Federico Meriggi
• Joy Moore

Visitor info: expect a varied exhibition route with works of different scales and mediums. The schedule features public talks, book launches and artist discussions. The expo is suitable for general audiences discovering contemporary art as well as professionals and collectors looking to explore new names and trends.

Practical tip: check schedules and access rules for side events and talks; note the days with special programs if you plan to attend curator or artist sessions.