The fair’s Tomorrows/Today section began as a special project in 2016.
The Investec Cape Town Art Fair takes place from 19 to 21 February 2027 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC), South Africa. The organiser confirms (opens in a new tab) the dates and venue for its 14th edition. Galleries present contemporary art in a fair that welcomes art professionals and visitors interested in seeing the work; check the official visitor page for current ticket information before making plans.
Dates, venue and opening hours
The fair's visitor information (opens in a new tab) gives the address as 1 Lower Long Street, Cape Town. It lists public fair hours of noon to 7 p.m. on Friday 19 February and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 February 2027. The organiser also lists a vernissage on Thursday 18 February; check its conditions separately before assuming that a standard fair ticket includes it.
Opening arrangements may change. Confirm the address, entrance, hours and ticket terms with the organiser close to your visit. If you have only a few hours, choose the sections you most want to see first and leave time to return to a work or gallery that interests you.
What can you see at the fair?
The organiser's 2027 exhibitor information (opens in a new tab) describes three core sections: Main, Lookout and Editions. Main brings together contemporary art galleries; Lookout focuses on experimental project spaces; Editions presents studios, workshops and galleries specialising in prints and multiples. The same page lists three curated sections: Tomorrows/Today, SOLO and Generations. The concept guiding the edition is In Acts of Alchemy.
Tomorrows/Today is intended for emerging and underrepresented artists. The organiser says the 2027 section is curated by Dr Mariella Franzoni and carries the title Material Imaginations. Its history of the section (opens in a new tab) says Tomorrows/Today began as a special project in 2016. That history describes the section's origin, while the 2027 application page describes the forthcoming edition; check the final gallery list for actual presentations.
An art fair is a chance to look closely and speak with galleries about the work they present. It is also a commercial event: visitors interested in buying can ask a gallery about price, condition, provenance, shipping and any additional charges. There is no need to purchase anything to spend time looking. For another contemporary art fair in South Africa, see our FNB Art Joburg guide. If you want to photograph a work, ask the exhibitor and follow the fair's current rules.
Tickets and planning your visit
The official visit page (opens in a new tab) says to watch for the opening of 2027 ticket sales and describes several possible ticket types. Check that page for the current release, prices and conditions; the page does not give a confirmed 2027 price. A fair ticket, a preview invitation and an exhibitor or professional credential may have different rules, so read the terms for your own ticket before paying.
Before choosing a day, look for the final gallery list, floor plan and any programme of talks on the organiser's website. The list of sections is not a guarantee that a particular gallery, artist or talk will be present. Keep your booking confirmation accessible and verify whether re-entry, a timed entry or a concession applies to your purchase.
Getting to the CTICC
The fair is at the CTICC in central Cape Town. The organiser says parking at the centre is charged by the hour and that taxis and ride-hailing vehicles may use its designated drop-off lanes. Check the visitor page (opens in a new tab) for current entry and parking arrangements, and confirm your route before travelling.
For public transport, use MyCiTi's journey information (opens in a new tab) to check current routes and service updates. Its airport service page (opens in a new tab) currently says that the airport service is temporarily suspended. Do not rely on an older timetable: check the operator's latest notice and arrange an alternative airport transfer if the suspension remains in effect. For any evening plans, check the return journey as well as the trip to the venue.
Accessibility, food and accommodation
The organiser states that exhibition-hall entrances are wheelchair accessible and that wheelchairs are available free on a first-come, first-served basis. Contact the fair (opens in a new tab) before travelling if you need to confirm a particular entrance, seating arrangement or other access support. The organiser also says food and drink can be purchased inside the CTICC; check the current options if you have dietary requirements.
When choosing accommodation, compare the actual route to the convention centre, your budget and cancellation conditions. Staying centrally may make the fair easier to reach, but the best location depends on your wider Cape Town plans. Allow time to rest during a long day of looking at art, and check whether any bag or photography rules apply before arrival.
How large is the fair?
The organiser reports that the 2026 edition, the 13th, included 126 exhibitors from 34 cities and work by around 490 artists. Those figures describe a past edition, not a forecast for 2027. They give a sense of why a floor plan can be useful; consult the organiser's 2026 recap (opens in a new tab) for the original figures and the 2027 gallery list when it is published.
Frequently asked questions
When is Cape Town Art Fair in 2027?
The fair runs 19–21 February 2027. A vernissage is listed for 18 February with separate conditions to check.
Where is the fair held?
At Cape Town International Convention Centre, 1 Lower Long Street, Cape Town, according to the organiser.
Are tickets on sale?
The official visitor page asks readers to watch for the opening of 2027 ticket sales. Check it for the current status and price rather than assuming an earlier edition's terms apply.
Is the venue wheelchair accessible?
The organiser says all exhibition-hall entrances are wheelchair accessible and wheelchairs are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Confirm individual needs with the fair.
Public holidays around the festival
Public and bank holidays in South Africa from 3 days before to 3 days after the festival ().
Shops, banks and transport should keep their normal timetable.
Editions
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