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Vernissage

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Vernissage

Vernissage marks a moment of celebration, anticipation, and connection. Artists, curators, collaborators, and supporters from around the world gather to mark the beginning of three months of art, ideas, and dialogue. Across all exhibition locations, visitors preview Rememory during vernissage week and get a sneak peek of the edition while we are completing the final touches.

A longstanding tradition in the international art calendar, Vernissage is both a celebration of artistic vision and a gesture of welcome — inviting curators, partners, and the creative community to share in this moment of collective achievement.

Wednesday 11 March – Friday 13 March 2026

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Vernissage tours

White Bay Power Station
Wednesday 11 March 11.15 am, 1.45 pm
Thursday 12 March 11.15 am, 1.45 pm
Friday 13 March 10.15 am

Campbelltown Arts Centre
Wednesday 11 March 1.45 pm

Lewers: Penrith Regional Gallery
Thursday 12 March 1.45 pm

Art Gallery of New South Wales
Friday 13 March 11.15 am

Chau Chak Wing Museum at the University of Sydney
Friday 13 March 1.45 pm

Book your vernissage tour via the link below.

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Vernissage program

After Hours
Lights On – Opening Night 2026
Event After Hours
Lights On – Opening Night 2026
13 March 7 – 11 pm
Artist Talks
Artist Spotlight Talk: Richard Bell and Benjamin Work
Event Artist Talks
Artist Spotlight Talk: Richard Bell and Benjamin Work
Wednesday 11 March 12 pm-1 pm
Artist Talks
Artist Spotlight Talk: Derek Ogbourne
Event Artist Talks
Artist Spotlight Talk: Derek Ogbourne
Thursday 12 March 12 pm-1 pm
Artist Talks
Artist Spotlight Talk: DAAR
Event Artist Talks
Artist Spotlight Talk: DAAR
Friday 13 March 12 pm-1 pm

exhibition locations

Learn more about exhibition locations and access.

exhibition locations

vernissage opening hours

Art Gallery of NSW
Wednesday 11 March – Friday 13 March
10am – 5pm

Campbelltown Arts Centre
Wednesday 11 March – Friday 13 March
10am – 5pm

Chau Chak Wing Museum at the University of Sydney
Wednesday 11 March – Friday 13 March
10am – 5pm

Lewers: Penrith Regional Gallery
Wednesday 11 March – Friday 13 March
10am – 4pm

White Bay Power Station
Wednesday 11 March: 10am – 1pm
Thursday 12 March: 10am – 5pm
Friday 13 March: 10am – 1pm