Alvaro Barrington | Sonsbeek Biennial 2026 13th edition of Europe’s oldest public art exhibition returns to Arnhem

In summer 2026, Arnhem will host the thirteenth edition of Sonsbeek, Europe’s oldest recurring exhibition for art in public space. From 2 July through 11 October 2026, Park Sonsbeek and partner institutions across Arnhem and the wider region will become the stage for new, ambitious works by around twenty artists from the Netherlands and abroad, including Alvaro Barrington.

Sonsbeek 2026 is curated by Amira Gad and Christina Li, two internationally acclaimed curators based in the Netherlands. Known for their transnational perspectives and their commitment to artistic experimentation, Gad and Li bring extensive experience across artistic disciplines and institutional frameworks. Their joint approach combines a deep engagement with Arnhem and its histories with a globally resonant, dialogical vision.