Spectacular Opening Night LA Art Show 2026 with Celebrity Support, Partnership with the American Heart Association While Showcasing Global Artists!

The LA Art Show 2026 delivered a spectacular Opening Night on January 7, marking the start of its highly successful 31st edition as Los Angeles' longest-running art fair. Under the direction of producer and director Kassandra Voyagis, the event featured over 90 exhibitors from 25 countries-including Ireland, France, Greece, Israel, and South Korea-showcasing a vibrant mix of contemporary and modern art.

The fair ran from Wednesday, January 7, through Sunday, January 11, 2026, at the Los Angeles Convention Center (West Hall, 1201 South Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA 90015). The Opening Night Premiere drew the largest crowd in the fair's history, creating an electric atmosphere that carried through the week.

Hosted by actress, singer, author, and entrepreneur Sasha Pieterse-best known for her role as Alison DiLaurentis in Pretty Little Liars and her appearance on Dancing with the Stars-the evening supported the American Heart Association's Life is Why™ campaign. 15% of proceeds (with a capped donation commitment) went toward CPR education, science-based guidelines, and research to improve survival rates from cardiac emergencies.

The night featured a lively celebrity red carpet from 6 to 7 p.m., followed by a VIP lounge program with remarks from Voyagis and an AHA representative. Notable attendees included White Lotus star Patrick Schwarzenegger and his wife, model Abby Champion, legendary actress and painter Jane Seymour, and model Caitlin O'Connor.

John Zambetti and Jane Seymour.

Guests enjoyed complimentary gourmet food and drinks from top LA restaurants and spirit brands amid the art-filled setting.

The 2026 edition emphasized the fusion of art and music, spotlighting works by Paul Simonon (of The Clash) and drummer/artist Chris Rivers (presented by UK's Pontone Gallery, which attracted collectors like January Jones and Wes Borland of Limp Bizkit).

Galleries reported robust sales throughout the week:

Self portrait by Sylvester Stallone.

Swiss gallerist Laurent Marthaler (debuting Simon Berger's luminous cracked-glass works) described it as an "extremely positive" experience with strong sales.

Poland's Epicentrum Art Gallery had a successful U.S. debut with 20th-century masters like Picasso and Dalí.

Provident Fine Art (Palm Beach) sold multiple Sylvester Stallone pieces, including Cobra for $850,000.

Art of Contemporary Africa sold bronzes by Samuel Allerton and large paintings by Ayanda Mabulu and 90-year-old Dr. Esther Mahlangu (prices $7,000–$40,000).

Nine-year-old LA artist Liha Park sold four intuitive paintings at Venus Gallery.

Returning Fabrik Projects (LA) had its strongest year, selling seven works ($3,500–$20,000).

Other successes included Rehs Gallery (NY) with mosaic works like Evin Champeny's Fifty Shades of Lavender ($11,000), Coral Gallery (Miami), Bert Green Fine Art (Chicago) with 25 paintings by Grey James, and Corridor Contemporary.

South Korean galleries (including Wald and OSJ) saw strong visibility and sales. Themes of immigration shone in presentations like JS Gallery's (Greece) OFF SCRIPT, featuring 10 immigrant women artists.

Actress/ Model Monique Weingart

Kassandra Voyagis, Olivia Leblanc & her Mom , and Sasha Pieterse

The fair debuted the Latin American Pavilion, curated by Marisa Caichiolo, highlighting emerging talents such as Maca Vivas (Ecuador), Johnny López (Colombia), Natasha Grey (Mexico, with standout Mutable Sun, 2025), and LA-based Chilean artist Guillermo Bert.

From emerging talents to established names, the event brought together artists, celebrities, collectors, and enthusiasts in a high-energy celebration of global creativity, Los Angeles culture, and meaningful causes.

The next LA Art Show is scheduled for January 6–10, 2027, at the Los Angeles Convention Center.

For more details, visit: https://www.laartshow.com