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HOW TO GET TO THE FAIR & FAIR MAP
What are the dates of the fair?
Frieze Seoul takes place from September 3-6, 2025. The first Preview day, which is invitation-only, will be held on Wednesday, September 3, 2025. The fair will open to the public from 15:00 on Thursday, September 4, 2025.
What are the fair opening hours?
Wednesday, September 3: 11:00 –19:00 (invitation only)
Thursday, September 4: 11:00 – 19:00 (invitation and preview ticket holders only 11:00 – 15:00, open to the public from 15:00)
Friday and Saturday, September 5 – 6: 11:00 – 19:00
Please note that last admission is at 18:30. Latecomers will not be admitted into the Fair.
Where is the fair located?
Frieze Seoul will be held at COEX, in the Gangnam district in the heart of Seoul, and will run alongside Kiaf SEOUL, South Korea’s leading art fair. The fair will be held inside Hall C and D. Kiaf SEOUL will take place at Hall A, B and the Grand Ballroom.
Is this year's fair map available?
This year’s fair map will be available soon.
Are there parking spaces near the fair?
Paid-for parking options are available at a few locations around the venue. Please click here to view a range of parking spaces available around COEX.
How do I get a ticket to the fair?
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Do I need a ticket for my child?/Can I bring children?
- All children aged 7 and over need a valid admission ticket to enter the fair.
- Children aged under 7 years of age are admitted free of charge and must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
I have a membership related question
For In Person membership related queries, please visit the In Person FAQs here, for Frieze Connect questions, please contact the team at friezeconnect@frieze.com.
Where can I stay if I am travelling to the fair?
We have partnered with a variety of hotels in the city, with some offering special rates during the fair. You can find a list of our partner hotels here.
Are there any restaurants or cafés at the fair?
There will be snacks and drinks available to purchase inside the fair. There is also a shopping mall located underneath COEX, which has a variety of restaurants and bars.
Accessibility
The fair is fully accessible to people with reduced mobility. Companion/carer/caregiver tickets are available free of charge. After booking your ticket, please visit the ticket inquiries desk at the fair to collect your companion ticket. Click here to learn more about accessibility at the fair.
Can I bring a buggy/stroller?
Strollers and buggies are allowed into the fair.
Are there any toilets or baby changing facilities at the fair?
There are toilet facilities available at the fair, including toilets with easy access for people with reduced mobility, and baby changing facilities.
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 to the fair?
There are strictly no pets allowed at the fairs, with the exception of assistance animals.
Who is the Director of the fair?
Patrick Lee is the Director of Frieze Seoul.
What is the focus of the fair?
Frieze Seoul largely focuses on contemporary art and will be supplemented by a Frieze Masters section dedicated to art from antiquity through to the 20th century. Focus Asia, the section of the fair dedicated to galleries aged 12 years or younger will feature 10 of the most groundbreaking emerging talent from the continent. A list of participating galleries can be found here.
How big is the fair?
Frieze Seoul will bring together over 120 of the most influential art galleries from across Asia and beyond.
How are the galleries selected for the fair?
For Frieze Seoul 2025, galleries submitted an application form. Applications closed in November and the selection process was carried out in January. The selection is decided on by a committee of gallerists who participate in the fair; the fair Director chairs the meeting but does not vote.
Who is on the committee?
The Frieze Seoul 2025 Committee members are: Max Bossier, Lisson Gallery; Tina Kim, Tina Kim Gallery; Youngjoo Lee, Pace Gallery; Edouard Malingue, Kiang Malingue; Yuko Yamamoto, Anomaly; Charles Kim, Kukje Gallery.
The Frieze Seoul 2025 Focus Asia advisors are: Joselina Cruz (Museum of Contemporary Art and Design, Manila) and Hyejung Jang (Doosan Art Center, Seoul).
How can I stay up-to-date on the latest news on Frieze Seoul?
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