CVAN and London Gallery Weekend are partnering to support curators across England to attend Frieze London on Thursday, 15 October 2026.
CVAN and LGW aim to create new and stronger connections between curators, London galleries, and the artists they support. In addition to providing fair tickets and funding for travel, London Gallery Weekend will help facilitate networking opportunities, enabling recipients to maximise their visit. There will be guided tours of Frieze London, introducing the curators to the fair.
This opportunity includes:
- Entry to Frieze London and Frieze Masters
- Travel bursaries for curators based outside London (up to £150)
- Guided tours and networking facilitated by London Gallery Weekend
We welcome applications from contemporary art curators working in museums, galleries, biennials, or independently, who are based in England.
To apply, please complete the application form HERE. You’ll be asked to explain briefly:
- How attending Frieze will support your curatorial practice
- The opportunities you hope to explore
- Specific exhibitions, artists, or relationships, this networking may impact
This initiative aims to support inclusive access by reserving 30% of tickets for Global Ethnic Majority curators, in line with CVAN’s Fair and Equitable programme.
Key Dates and Info:
- Application deadline: Monday, 31 August 2026, midnight
- Notification: Monday, 7 September 2026
- Travel must be booked by: Monday, 14 September 2026
- Travel reimbursement: Up to £150, best fare only
- Meet-up: 10:30 am, Thursday 15 October, Frieze London, Regent’s Park
We look forward to supporting your visit and helping you make the most of this opportunity.