Art Basel Miami Beach 2026: Tickets, Prices & What Every Pass Gets You

Art Basel Miami Beach is the most important art fair in the Western Hemisphere. Getting in requires a plan. Here's everything you need to know before December 4.

Art Basel Miami Beach 2026 runs December 4–6 at the Miami Beach Convention Center, with the exclusive Vernissage preview on Thursday, December 3. Tickets are now on sale through the official Art Basel online shop, and availability is limited — particularly for premium tiers. Here is a complete breakdown of every pass, what it includes, and how to decide which level is right for your visit.

General Tickets

Day Ticket — $92: Single-day admission for December 4, 5, or 6. Valid for a single entry (exit is final). Earliest entry from 12pm, depending on your selected time slot. The most accessible option for a focused one-day visit.

First Access Ticket — $105: Grants early entry from 11am on your chosen public day (December 4, 5, or 6), one hour before the official noon opening. Ideal for serious collectors and visitors who want to move through the fair before peak crowds arrive. Single entry, exit is final.

Weekend Ticket — $170: Covers both Saturday, December 5 and Sunday, December 6. Valid for re-entry across both days, with earliest entry from 12pm. The best value for visitors who want a full two-day experience without committing to a premium pass.

Reduced Ticket — $68: Discounted admission for students, visitors aged 13–18, seniors, veterans, and Miami Beach residents. Valid December 4, 5, or 6. Proof of eligibility is required at purchase. Single entry, exit is final, earliest entry from 12pm.

Children's Ticket — Free: Free admission for children aged 12 and under, when accompanied by an adult with a valid Art Basel ticket. Select your adult ticket first, then add the complimentary children's ticket. Single entry, exit is final.

Art Basel & Design Miami/ Combination Ticket — $132: Covers one-day admission to Art Basel Miami Beach (December 4, 5, or 6) plus a visit to Design Miami/ on any public day — the two shows can be visited on different days. Single entry to each fair, exit is final. Earliest Art Basel entry from 12pm. A smart choice for design-focused visitors attending both fairs during the week.

Premium Passes

Premium Pass — $1,250: The entry-level premium tier. Includes Vernissage access from 4pm on Thursday, December 3, permanent re-entry across all public days (December 4–6), early entry from 11am on public days, access to Art Basel's Collectors Lounge and East Salon, and complimentary admission to selected South Florida cultural institutions.

Premium Connection Pass — $2,600: Builds on the Premium Pass with dedicated East Salon access from Thursday, December 3 — including an exclusive program of partner and VIP events throughout the week. Also includes an exclusive Art Basel gift, concierge service during public days, a key industry leader-guided show tour, and privileged access via the VIP entrance on public days.

Premium Discovery Pass — $3,600 (1 day) / $4,500 (2 days): The most immersive access tier available to the public. Choose Friday, December 4 or Saturday, December 5 for the one-day experience, or both days for the full two-day immersion. Includes all Premium Connection Pass benefits plus a guided show tour with Show Director Bridget Finn, invitations to selected VIP events, a dedicated on-site support contact, curated programming, and shuttle transfers to off-site Discovery visits on your selected day or days.

Which Ticket Is Right for You?

For a first-time visitor or a focused single-day trip, the Day Ticket ($92) or First Access Ticket ($105) covers everything you need. If you plan to attend both Art Basel and Design Miami/, the Combination Ticket ($132) saves money and simplifies logistics. The Weekend Ticket ($170) is the best value for a two-day visit without premium access requirements.

For collectors, gallerists, and serious art world attendees, the Premium Pass ($1,250) unlocks Vernissage access and the Collectors Lounge — the two most meaningful upgrades for a professional visit. The Premium Connection ($2,600) and Premium Discovery ($3,600–$4,500) tiers are designed for those seeking curated, insider-level programming and direct access to Art Basel's leadership and VIP event circuit.

Tickets are available now at artbasel.com/miami-beach/tickets . Premium tiers sell out early — if you are targeting Vernissage access, secure your pass as soon as possible.

For the full fair guide including satellite events, the elite social circuit, and nightlife programming, read our complete Art Basel Miami Beach 2026 guide and our elite social circuit and VIP nightlife guide . For more upcoming events across South Florida, visit the Premier Guide Miami Events Calendar .