Founded in 2018, the Bangkok Art Biennale aims to position Bangkok as a global cultural stage and strengthen the city’s role as a creative hub for contemporary art in Asia. Over the past four editions, BAB has grown steadily, becoming one of the most widely attended art festivals in the region.
The Bangkok Art Biennale 2024, under the theme “Nurture Gaia”, drew more than 1.2 million visitors, featuring 303 artworks by 76 artists and collectives across 11 venues throughout Bangkok — including museums, temples, cultural landmarks and public spaces.
For its 2026 edition, BAB places special emphasis on Performance Art, aiming to deliver powerful contemporary experiences accessible to diverse audiences. The open call welcomes works in various forms, including:
- Performance art (live or durational works)
- Sound art performances
- Dance, choreography, and movement-based works
- Experimental theatre and spoken word
- Cross-disciplinary and site-specific live works
Selected artists will play a significant role in animating public spaces and cultural sites across Bangkok, fostering cross-cultural dialogue and opening new creative possibilities in the city’s urban landscape.
