MILAN.- MIA Photo Fair BNP Paribas, Italy’s leading international art fair dedicated to photography, has officially opened registration for its 15th edition. Scheduled from March 19–22, 2026, the fair will return to Superstudio Più in Milan’s central art and design district.

Organized by Fiere di Parma and under the artistic direction of Francesca Malgara for the third consecutive year, the fair continues to shape the cultural landscape of contemporary photography.

Renowned for bringing together international galleries, artists, collectors, curators, and photography enthusiasts, MIA Photo Fair BNP Paribas is a key cultural event on the international art calendar in Milan.

Applications are now open for galleries wishing to participate in the 2026 edition.

The 2026 edition will feature several curated sections that examine the multifaceted nature of photography:

• Main Section: Showcasing established galleries from Italy and abroad.

• Beyond Photography—Dialogue: Curated by Domenico de Chirico, exploring photography in dialogue other media as sculpture, painting, video, and installation.

• Reportage Beyond Reportage: Curated by Emanuela Mazzonis, this section delves into documentary, photojournalism, and street photography.

• Special Focus: Curated by Rischa Paterlini, offering a photographic deep dive into the contemporary art scene of a selected country or region, soon to be revealed.


The fair also hosts several prestigious awards:

• BNL BNP Paribas Award: An acquisition prize for the bank’s prestigious art collection.

• Fiere di Parma Fund: Targeted acquisitions of outstanding works shown at the fair.

• Additional Awards: Focused on both artwork acquisition and gallery support.

In 2025, the fair welcomed over 13,000 visitors, featuring 114 exhibitors and 77 galleries.

Now in its 15th year, MIA Photo Fair BNP Paribas continues to grow as both a marketplace and cultural hub, supporting the work of emerging and established voices.