When New York Becomes the World’s Art Playground for One Week Only

Every May, New York’s Hudson Yards transforms into a global crossroads as Frieze New York gathers 68 galleries from over 25 countries under The Shed’s soaring roof. This isn’t just a rerun—2025’s lineup brings back the powerhouse quartet of Hauser & Wirth, Pace, Gagosian, and David Zwirner, alongside a vibrant mix of international and local names. Brazilian galleries make a bold showing, while the Focus section spotlights rising stars, handpicked by curator Lumi Tan, with seven fresh faces joining the fair. The city’s art scene doesn’t stop there: Frieze coincides with a flurry of other fairs, turning Manhattan into a living map of contemporary creativity. As Frieze navigates its own crossroads—with its parent company considering a sale—the fair’s energy and diversity remind us why New York remains an epicenter for the art world’s brightest sparks. #FriezeNY2025 #ContemporaryArt #ArtFairs #Culture