Step inside The Manchester Contemporary with a guided tour that takes the guesswork out of one of the North’s most exciting art events. Our fair curator will lead you through the stands, introducing the galleries, unpacking the ideas behind the work, and pointing out the emerging names worth watching.

Along the way you’ll hear about The Manchester Contemporary Art Fund, which since its launch in 2017 has enabled the acquisition of 38 works for Manchester Art Gallery’s permanent collection, so you may well be looking at pieces destined for the city’s public collection.

Whether you’re a seasoned collector or simply curious, the tour offers a relaxed, insightful way to explore the fair and leave with a clearer sense of where contemporary art is heading right now.