Seattle Art Fair’s Select VIP Program presented by Perkins Coie is by invitation only, and provides exclusive access to museums, artist studios, galleries, private receptions and other unique moments. Please find an overview of the 2025 events below.
Perkins Coie Private VIP Reception and Art Tour
Tuesday, July 15, 2025 | 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Perkins Coie, the Seattle Art Fair’s exclusive law firm sponsor, will be hosting private reception and guided tour at its newly relocated office in the...
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Private Studio Event: Cocktails and Glassblowing at The Boathouse
Wednesday, July 16, 2025 | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Seattle Art Fair and Chihuly Studio invite you to an evening of cocktails and glassblowing at The Boathouse, the private working studio and Hotshop of...
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In Full Bloom: A Panel Discussion with Cristina Martinez
Presented by 400 Fairview by Pembroke
Wednesday, July 16, 2025 | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us for a lively panel discussion between Fairview artist-in-residence Cristina Martinez, artist Al-Baseer Holly, art curator & cultural worker Victoria Miles and TASWIRA Gallery...
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Private Collection Tour: Afshan Lakha
Wednesday, July 16, 2025 | 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Afshan Lakha’s collection primarily reflects concerns of gender inequality and ethnic diversity, with a secondary focus on texture and bold brush strokes. However, in considering...
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The MiG-21 Project Exclusive Tour with Artist Ralph Ziman at The Museum of Flight
Presented by The Museum of Flight
Thursday, July 17, 2025 | 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Join artist Ralph Ziman for an exclusive tour of his latest exhibition The MiG-21 Project during its world premiere at The Museum of Flight. For an intimate experience,...
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Museum Tour and Reception: Frye Art Museum
Thursday, July 17, 2025 | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Please join Frye Executive Director Jamilee Lacy and museum curators for light refreshments followed by a tour of Hugh Hayden: American Vernacular and Jamie Wyeth:...
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Host Committee Toast
Thursday, July 17, 2025 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
The 2025 Host Committee will celebrate the opening of the ninth edition of Seattle Art Fair with an exclusive toast.
Anna Mlasowsky and Matthew Szösz Studio Visit
Friday, July 18, 2025 | 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Anna Mlasowsky and Matthew Szösz are known for innovative sculptural work that explores intellectual and emotional themes centered on causality and identity. They have created...
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“Venus is Missing” – private tour with artist Tariqa Waters, Seattle Art Museum
Friday, July 18, 2025 | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Get an exclusive tour of SAM’s 2023 Betty Bowen Award Winner Tariqa Water’s exhibition, “Venus is Missing”. In a special engagement just for the Seattle...
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Glass Tour of Seattle Art Fair
Friday, July 18, 2025 | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Tami Landis, Curator of Postwar and Contemporary Glass at the Corning Museum of Glass, will guide a tour showcasing notable glass works featured at the...
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Private Exhibition Tour & Champagne Toast: Henry Art Gallery
Friday, July 18, 2025 | 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
The Henry’s John S. Behnke Director Kris Lewis invites you to a special evening celebrating Sanctuary, a moving and visually stunning exhibition by acclaimed multimedia artist Josh Faught. Enjoy...
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ART LOVE: The Seattle Art Fair After Party
Friday, July 18, 2025 | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Presented by the Conru Art Foundation / co-sponsored by PublicDisplay.ART Step inside ART LOVE — a private downtown celebration of art, connection, and cultural momentum. Hosted in...
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Actualize AiR Brunch & Artist Studio Tour
Saturday, July 19, 2025 | 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Actualize AiR invites you to a private brunch and studio tour. Enjoy a delicious spread while you explore the work of our amazing resident artists. ...
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VIP Studio Tour with John Kiley
Presented by Traver Gallery
Saturday, July 19, 2025 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes experience at the private Seattle studio of renowned glass artist John Kiley. This intimate VIP event offers a rare...
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Private Exhibition Tour with Cable Griffith
Saturday, July 19, 2025 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Join J. Rinehart Gallery and artist Cable Griffith for an exclusive tour of his exhibition, Return to Sender. During the event we’ll view his latest...
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Soft Gravity: A Sculptural Tea Garden and Sound Experience // A Concept Installation by Theresa Wingert
Presented by Grocery Studios and Fresh Mochi Gallery
Saturday, July 19, 2025 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
The Grocery Studios and Fresh Mochi Gallery present a shared evening of immersive art followed by speakeasy vibes. From 6-9pm on Beacon Hill, start your...
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