From September 26 to October 3, 2025, the city of Valencia becomes the beating heart of contemporary creation.
Abierto Valencia now stands as one of Spain’s must-attend events to discover art galleries, emerging artists, and exclusive exhibitions.
More than just a gallery weekend, Abierto Valencia is a full cultural week, combining openings, guided tours, artist talks, performances, and meetings between artists, collectors, and the general public.
A Thriving Valencian Art Scene
The 2025 edition stands out for its strong local anchoring: most projects are led by artists from the Valencian Community.
Among them:
- Estefanía Serrano Soriano (Galería Cuatro) with Línea y plano sin el punto, an exhibition built around the free line and visual contemplation.
- David Sánchez (La Mercería) with Memorias de algo nuevo, a body of work that reinvents time through a dialogue between geometry and organic forms.
- María Esteve (Thema) with Transitar la huella, a reflection on urban imprints and the scars of the city.
These projects highlight the creative vitality of Valencia and the ability of its artists to explore memory, territory, and materiality.
A Global Perspective
Abierto Valencia 2025 also welcomes international artists who bring new breath and perspectives to the event.
- Chingsum Jessye Luk (Hong Kong, Set Espai d’Art) presents How am I?, a reflection on consumerism and daily labor.
- Miguel Rothschild (Argentina, Jorge López Galería) showcases Felices los que creen sin haber visto, a series of installations that desacralize religious imagery.
- Venske & Spänle (Germany) transform marble into strange, living creatures that hover between humor and eerie fantasy.
These cross-cultural dialogues affirm Valencia’s position as a Mediterranean art hub, rooted yet open to the world.
Light, Color & Materiality
Many exhibitions this year emphasize the plastic power of materials :
- Nuria Vidal (Alba Cabrera) with Un espacio sin estragos, luminous and formal painting.
- Oliver Roura explores iridescence, turning light into vibrating color fields.
- Antonio Ovejero (CLC Arte) with Si todo fuera terciopelo, inaugurates a new gallery space with reflections on domestic memory and the everyday object.
These diverse approaches remind us that contemporary art constantly reinvents its relationship to material, balancing visual experimentation and symbolic depth.
A Collective Manifesto
The gallery Tuesday to Friday brings together sixteen artists for the group show Nice to see you / Hope to see you again, a heartfelt tribute to the gallery’s journey and a vibrant example of experimental, collective spirit.
Meanwhile, Luis Adelantado presents Llaga de mar, alivio de monte, a three-artist project (Laura Palau, Andrés Izquierdo, Javi Cruz) that explores landscape, memory, and ritual.
These collective shows reaffirm the collaborative and inclusive dimension of Abierto Valencia, where visitors are not mere spectators but active participants in a living art scene.
Why Visit Abierto Valencia 2025?
- To discover this season’s top exhibitions before their international tours.
- To explore a thriving local art scene rich in talent and innovation.
- To meet emerging and established artists from Spain and abroad.
- To experience an immersive cultural journey in Valencia’s galleries and museums.
❓ FAQ – Abierto Valencia 2025
What is Abierto Valencia ?
Abierto Valencia is a week-long celebration of contemporary art in Valencia, with open galleries and exclusive exhibitions.
When does it take place?
From September 26 to October 3, 2025.
Which galleries are participating?
Among others: Alba Cabrera, Jorge López Galería, La Mercería, Luis Adelantado, Cuatro, Thema, Tuesday to Friday, and Set Espai d’Art.
Which artists should I discover?
Nuria Vidal, David Sánchez, Estefanía Serrano, María Esteve, Miguel Rothschild, Antonio Ovejero, Chingsum Jessye Luk, and many others.
Why go?
To discover contemporary art in an inspiring Mediterranean setting, connect with creators, and experience Valencia through its vibrant cultural life