For the first time since the start of the war in Ukraine, Russia is preparing to open a national pavilion at the Venice Biennale in May. Culture Minister Vaida Aleknavičienė states that the return to...

After two editions marked by absence following the invasion of Ukraine, the country will reopen its pavilion at the Giardini during the next edition, which will take place from May 9 to November 22.

Alberto Barbera is set to remain artistic director of the Venice Film Festival through 2028 and possibly longer. On Tuesday, the board of directors of the fest’s parent organization, the Venice Biennale — chaired by new president Pietrangelo Buttafuoco — announced that they have approved Barbera’s appointment “for the years 2027 and 2028.” The Biennale […]

Moldova will officially participate for the first time in the international art exhibition La Biennale di Venezia, with artist Pavel Brăila and curator Adelina Luft representing the country with the project 'In the Thousand and Second Night' at the 61st exhibition.

A court has dismissed Gabrielle Goliath's legal challenge against Gayton McKenzie regarding the Venice Biennale.

Russian activist group Pussy Riot announced that they will perform an action at the Venice Biennale as a reaction to Russia's return to this international art event.

The Russian pavilion will open in May 2026. The Biennale will announce the full list of participating countries on 4 March.

Goliath to appeal against high court judgment that shut the door on Venice Biennale  Daily Maverick

After a controversial year, Australian artist Khaled Sabsabi is set to present two works at the Venice Biennale, aiming to create a 'nurturing experience' for attendees.

The Russian activist group Pussy Riot has announced plans for an action at the Venice Biennale to protest Russia's renewed participation in the international art exhibition.

The board of directors of the Venice Biennale confirms the septuagenarian in the position of artistic director, which he has held since 2012.

South Africa Pulls Out of Venice Biennale Over Artist's Focus on Gaza - Art & Culture  Haaretz