The KunstRAI
Since 1985, KunstRAI has brought galleries, collectors and art enthusiasts together at RAI Amsterdam. As one of the longest-running art fairs in the Netherlands, it presents a broad selection of contemporary and modern art, photography, design and applied arts. Works by established artists are shown alongside those of emerging talent.
This diversity defines KunstRAI’s character. The fair welcomes first-time art buyers and experienced collectors alike, offering opportunities to discover, compare and develop a personal taste. Direct conversations with gallery owners allow visitors to learn more about the artists, their work and the stories behind the presentations.
KunstRAI 2027
From 28 April to 2 May 2027, KunstRAI will take place in the Parkhal at RAI Amsterdam. Over five days, visitors can explore the work presented by participating galleries from the Netherlands and abroad.
Alongside the gallery presentations, KunstRAI provides space for special projects and a supporting programme that encourages conversation and deeper engagement. The fair connects viewing and collecting art with discussions about the ideas and issues shaping artists’ practices and the wider art world.
Further details about the participating galleries, special presentations and the 2027 programme will be announced in the lead-up to the fair.
A history in motion
KunstRAI was founded in 1985 by gallery owner Wim van Krimpen and developed into an established fixture of the Dutch art world. Between 2006 and 2011, the fair was known as Art Amsterdam. Since 2012, it has once again been organised under its original name, KunstRAI.
RAI Amsterdam has been the fair’s home since its first edition. Over the years, KunstRAI has occupied various halls within the complex, including the Amstelhal, Europahal and Parkhal.
In 2025, KunstRAI celebrated its fortieth anniversary. The edition attracted more than 20,000 visitors and was opened by Amsterdam’s mayor, Femke Halsema. Special features, including the Focus Amsterdam section and an expanded Artist Night, connected the fair with the celebrations marking Amsterdam’s 750th anniversary. The anniversary also marked the departure of Erik Hermida, who had served as director for 25 years. Lisa van de Weerthof has led KunstRAI since 2025.
KunstRAI continues to evolve, building on the foundations that have shaped the fair for more than forty years: a diverse selection of art, dedicated gallery owners and a warm welcome for everyone interested in discovering and collecting art.
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