The best art exhibitions to book for 2026
The Times••entertainment
Key Points:
- Tracey Emin's artistic evolution from a rebellious YBA figure to a respected dame and disabilities campaigner is highlighted in her upcoming Tate Modern exhibition, showcasing her confessional and confrontational style from Feb 7 to Aug 31.
- The Whitworth in Manchester presents "Beneath the Great Wave," an exhibition running from Mar 14 to Nov 16, exploring the lasting influence of Japanese ukiyo-e artists Hokusai and Hiroshige on various modern art forms including manga, anime, and fashion.
- The V&A in London hosts "Schiaparelli: Fashion Becomes Art" from Mar 28 to Nov 8, featuring over 200 objects that celebrate Elsa Schiaparelli’s avant-garde designs
