FAQs | Frieze London
Browse through key FAQs with the quick links below:
When are Frieze London and Frieze Masters 2023?
Frieze London and Frieze Masters are open to the public from 12-15 October 2023. The invitation-only preview day will be held on Wednesday 11 October.
What are the fair opening and closing times?
Entry to the fair is date and time specific. You will only be allowed to enter on the specific date and time listed on your tickets. Entry times are offered as 30-minute time slots – please adhere to the time on your ticket for ease of entry.
There is strictly no re-admission.
If you have a combined ticket, please ensure you visit each fair according to the order listed on your tickets.
Wednesday Preview, October 11 (invitation only): 11am – 7pm
Thursday Preview, October 12: (Members and invitation only preview 11am – 1pm). 1pm – 7pm general admission tickets
Friday, October 13: 11am – 7pm
Saturday, October 14: 11am – 7pm
Sunday, October 15: 11am - 6pm
How do I get a ticket for Frieze London or Frieze Masters?
In order to ensure the best experience for all visitors, tickets are limited and only available online in advance. You can buy your tickets in advance to save money and guarantee entry, particularly at the weekend. Limited early bird tickets will be released in July 2023. Tickets will not be available at the door.
Can I purchase a combined ticket for Frieze London and Frieze Masters?
A limited number of combined tickets for Frieze London and Frieze Masters are released each year. These are limited and available online on a first-served, first-come basis. Tickets will not be available at the door.
Combined tickets allow visitors to visit both fairs on the same day at a discounted price, starting with the fair and the entry time originally selected at checkout. The other fair can be visited afterwards.
Where can I purchase a student ticket?
Student tickets must be purchased in advance, online. All student tickets are combined tickets and are available from 2pm onwards on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, on a first-come, first-served basis. A valid student ID will be asked upon entry.
Where can I purchase a child ticket?
Tickets for children aged 2-17 years old are available from 2pm onwards on Saturday and Sunday, on a first-come, first-served basis. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Where are my tickets? / Can you resend my confirmation email?
Your tickets will be emailed to you in the confirmation email you receive after placing your order. If you have not received the confirmation email, please get in touch with us at frieze.seetickets.com/customerservice with your booking reference number.
I want to collect my tickets from the venue
Tickets are only available online in advance. Your tickets will be emailed to you in the confirmation email you receive after placing your order to allow you to print them at home or save a digital copy on your phone.
I would like to change my address/email address
Please get in touch with us at frieze.seetickets.com/customerservice with your booking reference number for further assistance.
Do I need a ticket for my child? / Can I bring children?
You can bring children under two years old without a ticket. If your child is over two years old, you will need to purchase a child ticket for them. Please note that child tickets are limited and only available at the weekend from 2pm.
- All children aged 2 and over need a valid admission ticket to enter the fair and must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
- Babes in arms are admitted free of charge.
Can I bring a bag into the fair? Is there a cloakroom?
Large bags (including, but not limited to, suitcases, backpacks, folding bicycles, scooters) or any large items bigger than 11 x 15 x 5 inches are not permitted inside the fairs. Space for coats in the cloakroom is very limited, and offered on a first come, first served basis. We request that where possible visitors keep their belongings with them.
Prohibited Items
Visitors must not bring any of the following items into the Venues: food, drink, glass, sharp items, drones, laser pens, any motorised item containing a lithium battery. The Organiser reserves the right to confiscate any such item(s) from any person entering or at the Venues. There are options to purchase food and drinks and fully licensed bars available at the Fairs. You will not be allowed to bring any glass bottles of any kind into the Fairs.
I have a disability - how do I book tickets that will meet my access requirements? / Am I allowed to bring my carer or wheelchair companion with me/ Do I need to purchase a ticket for my carer or wheelchair companion?
The fair is fully accessible to people with reduced mobility. Companions/carers tickets are available free of charge. After booking your ticket, please get in touch with us at frieze.seetickets.com/customerservice to arrange a free ticket for your carer.
Are there any wheelchairs available at the fair? / I would like to request a wheelchair; how do I do this?
There are a limited number of wheelchairs available at the fairs. If you need a wheelchair, please speak to a member of staff at the ticket enquiries desk or to a member of security, who will be able to assist you.
Can I get a refund?
Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.
However, if you have purchased TicketPlan Refund Protection with your ticket and you are unable to attend this event due to accidents, unexpected illnesses, including COVID-19, or specified unforeseen circumstances, you can apply for a refund. See TicketPlan’s Terms and Conditions here.
If you have not purchased Refund protection with your ticket, and you feel unwell before your visit, please get in touch with us as soon as possible on frieze.seetickets.com/customerservice before your visit. No refunds will be issued for no-shows if we haven't been notified in advance.
How do I get to Frieze London?
Frieze London is located in the south of The Regent’s Park with the entrance off Park Square West. The postcode is NW1 4NR. Frieze Masters is approximately 15 minutes walk from Frieze London.
Public transport is very convenient for the fair and we recommend you use it where possible.
Tube: Frieze London is less than five minutes walk from Regent’s Park tube station. Baker Street and Great Portland Street tube stations are also close by.
Buses: 2, 13, 18, 27, 30, 74, 82, 88, 113, 139, 189, 205, 274, 453 & C2.
Bike: Bike racks are provided within the park. The nearest docking stations for Transport for London’s cycle hire scheme are located next the tennis courts in Regent’s Park, towards Baker Street on Marylebone Road, next to Great Portland Street Underground station or on Albany street.
Car Parking: There are a limited number of Pay and Display parking spaces in the park.
Frieze London is outside the Central London congestion charging zone. For further information about the boundaries of the zone and how it may affect your journey, please visit http://www.cclondon.com or call 0845 900 1234.
Bus coaches are not allowed into the park. The nearest drop-off point is Baker Street Station.
How do I get to Frieze Masters?
Frieze Masters is located on Gloucester Green, at the north-east corner of The Regent’s Park, near the London Zoo. The postcode is NW1 4HA. Frieze London is approximately 15 minutes walk from Frieze Masters.
Public transport is very convenient for the fair and we recommend you use it where possible.
Tube: Ten minutes walk from Camden Town and Mornington Crescent tube stations.
Bus: 24, 27, 29, 31, 88, 134, 168, 214, 253, 274 & C2.
Bike: Bike racks are provided within the park.
Car parking: There are a limited number of Pay and Display parking spaces in the park.
Frieze Masters is outside the central London congestion charging zone. For further information about the boundaries of the zone and how it may affect your journey, please visit cclondon.com or call +44 (0)343 222 2222.
Bus coaches are not allowed into the park. The nearest drop-off point is Baker Street Station.
Booking fees apply
Tickets are only available online in advance and will not be available on the door
Are there any discounts for groups?
There are no discounts available for group bookings.
Are there any cash machines at the fair?
Frieze fairs are cashless events. Only card payments are accepted.
Can I bring my pet at the fair?
There are strictly no pets allowed at the fairs, with the exception of assistance animals.
Are there any toilets or baby changing facilities at the fair?
There are toilet facilities available at both fairs, including toilets with easy access for people with reduced mobility, and baby changing facilities.
Are there accessible toilet facilities at the fair?
There are toilet facilities available at both fairs, including toilets with easy access for people with reduced mobility, and baby changing facilities.
Can I smoke at the fair?
Smoking is strictly not allowed anywhere in the fairs or in The Regent’s Park.
COVID-19 Protocols
The UK Government has removed all COVID-19 guidelines within the UK and therefore no masks, proof of vaccination status or negative test are required to enter the fair.
As COVID-19 is still with us, we encourage visitors to take steps to reduce the risk of catching and spreading COVID-19 including optional steps such as wearing a face mask within the venue.
Please note, Frieze reserves the right to modify these guidelines at any time.
What are the benefits and differences of being a Frieze 91 member and an In Person member?
Join the Frieze 91 community and gain access to a year-round global calendar of curated experiences alongside guaranteed VIP access to Frieze fairs, VIP access to Frieze Week events, members-only guided tour of Frieze London or Frieze Masters, print subscription to frieze magazine and more.
Become an In Person London member and gain first Preview access to both Frieze London and Frieze Masters, as well as a members-only guided tour of either Frieze London or Frieze Masters, 8 issues of frieze magazine delivered to your door and unlimited access to frieze.com.
How much does membership cost?
Frieze 91:
Select Access Individual | 1 Local Fair Access + Global Programming: £990 / €1,100 / $1,260 a year
Select Access Dual | 1 Local Fair Access + Global Programming: £1,650 / €1,870 / $2,100 a year
All Access Individual | All Fair Access + Global Programming: £1,430 / €1,650 / $1,890 a year
All Access Dual | All Fair Access + Global Programming: £2,420 / €2,750 / $3,150 a year
For more details visit: https://www.frieze.com/frieze91
In Person:
Individual In Person membership (admits one to both fairs) £125 / $165 / €150
Dual In Person membership (admits two to both fairs) £225 / $297 / €270
For more details visit: https://www.frieze.com/membership
I've purchased In Person membership in London / Select access London - can I only access Frieze London?
If you've selected London as your city of choice, your In Person / Frieze 91 membership will provide you with a Combined ticket, which is access to both Frieze London and Frieze Masters.
I’m a In Person / Frieze 91 member, how do I access the fairs?
Frieze will send you an email in the coming weeks to choose an entry time. As an In Person or Frieze 91 member, you can access reserved, member-only booking slots.
Am I allowed multiple entries to the fairs as a member?
If you are a Frieze 91 member you are allowed re-entry to the fairs after your first allocated time.
However, if you are an In person member you must enter the fairs at the time of entry on your booking confirmation.
How do I book on to the guided tour if I am a member?
Frieze will send you a booking link before the fair to choose which fair you would like to tour, and the entry time. Please ensure the time of your tour is after the timed entry on your main fair ticket. If you are a Frieze 91 member you will be able to tour both fairs, Frieze 91 team will email to RSVP to your tour.
As an In Person member, can I attend the fairs in multiple cities throughout the year?
No, you are purchasing access to one edition of the Frieze Fairs, in the city of your choice (e.g. you cannot attend Frieze Los Angeles with an In Person London membership). If you have selected London, you will be able to access both Frieze London and Frieze Masters. However, you can become a Frieze 91 All Access member for guaranteed VIP access to all fairs.
I have bought a Dual In Person / Dual Frieze 91 membership, how does my +1 activate their membership?
Please contact membership@frieze.com for In Person and we will provide a link for you to supply details of your secondary recipient.
Please contact frieze91@frieze.com with the details of your second recipient and we will set this up for you.
I’m an existing Frieze member, how do I upgrade my membership?
Please contact membership@frieze.com if you wish to upgrade. We will then suspend your existing membership (and issue a pro rata refund). Your membership will be upgraded to your desire membership, and we will send you a link to complete payment, to activate your new membership.
For any other questions about In Person membership, visit https://www.frieze.com/membership or please contact membership@frieze.com. For any other questions about Frieze 91, visit https://www.frieze.com/frieze91 or please contact frieze91@frieze.com
What is the relationship between Frieze Masters and Frieze London?
Frieze London coincides with and is within walking distance of Frieze Masters in The Regent’s Park. Frieze London is one of the only fairs to focus only on contemporary art whilst Frieze Masters gives a unique view on the relationship between historical art and contemporary practice. Frieze Masters shows work made before the year 2000, whereas Frieze London presents work created mainly post-2000. Eva Langret is the Director of Frieze London and Nathan Clements-Gillespie is the Director for Frieze Masters.
What makes Frieze London different from other art fairs?
Frieze London is one of the few fairs to focus only on contemporary art and living artists. The fair’s exhibiting galleries represent some of the most exciting artists working today, from the emerging to the iconic; and a team of world-leading independent curators advise on feature sections, making possible performance-based work and ambitious presentations by emerging galleries. The fair focuses on living artists and innovative practice. Unlike most other fairs, Frieze takes place at the heart of its host city, forming part of London’s vibrant cultural fabric and international art scene.
What makes Frieze Masters different from other art fairs?
Frieze Masters offers a unique contemporary perspective on historical art, from collectible objects to significant masterpieces. The fair takes place in an elegant, contemporary environment designed by Annabelle Selldorf, benefiting from natural light and avoiding the atmosphere of a trade show. World-leading independent curators advise on feature sections for 20th-century art and focused presentations of historical art and objects.
What is Frieze Sculpture?
Frieze Sculpture, showcasing major outdoor works, is in The Regent’s Park’s English Gardens at the south end of The Broadwalk, connecting Frieze London and Frieze Masters. Fatoş Üstek is the new curator of Frieze Sculpture 2023. Frieze Sculpture is free and open to all.