Event Details
TEFAF Maastricht – 7,000 Years of Art History Under One Roof
From 13 to 18 March 2027, TEFAF Maastricht returns to MECC Maastricht for its milestone 40th edition. The world's most prestigious fair for fine art, antiques and design brings together over 260 leading dealers from more than 20 countries. Around 50,000 visitors from across the globe come to discover artworks spanning more than 7,000 years of human history. Exclusive preview days for invited guests take place on 11 and 12 March 2027.
What Is TEFAF?
The European Fine Art Foundation (TEFAF) was established in 1988 as a not-for-profit foundation headquartered in Maastricht. TEFAF Maastricht is widely regarded as the world's most important barometer of the global art market. Every single object presented for sale is examined by around 200 experts across 30 specialist vetting committees for authenticity, condition and quality. This rigorous vetting process sets TEFAF apart from every other art fair in the world.
Highlights 2027
- 40th anniversary edition of TEFAF Maastricht
- Over 260 prestigious dealers from more than 20 countries
- Works spanning 7,000 years from ancient civilisations to contemporary art
- Over 450 museums represented, including the Louvre, Rijksmuseum and Victoria & Albert Museum
- TEFAF Summit with global art market experts
- Emerging Collector Programme featuring over 95 galleries
- Curator Course for emerging museum professionals
- TEFAF Talks programme with lectures and panel discussions
Art Categories
TEFAF Maastricht offers the broadest spectrum of any international art fair. Approximately half the exhibition floor is devoted to Old Master paintings, antiques and classical antiquities. Additional categories include:
- Modern and contemporary art: Paintings and sculpture from the world's leading galleries
- Jewellery and watches: Historical and contemporary haute joaillerie
- 20th-century design: Museum-quality furniture, ceramics, glass and silver
- Photography: Historical and contemporary photographic art
- Works on paper: Drawings, prints and watercolours
Tickets & Opening Hours
TEFAF Maastricht 2027 is open daily from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM. On the final day (18 March) the fair closes at 6:00 PM. Online tickets are priced at €45 (including VAT). Children under 12 accompanied by an adult enter free of charge; accompanied young visitors aged 12 to 18 pay a reduced price of €20. A multiple-entry ticket (personal name check) is available for €105. Tickets are available exclusively through the official TEFAF ticket shop and at the MECC box office on site.
Getting There
MECC Maastricht is located at Forum 100, on the southern edge of the city. Travelling by train is the most convenient option: Maastricht-Randwyck station is just 250 metres from the main entrance and is connected to an international rail network. Since June 2024, the Three Countries Train runs twice an hour between Maastricht, Heerlen and Aachen Hbf. Visitors arriving by car should follow the A2 motorway signs for MECC; over 2,200 parking spaces are available on site. A free shuttle bus runs between the city centre and MECC from 9:00 AM to 12:20 PM and again from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM daily.
Visitor Tips
- Book tickets online well in advance; the opening days are typically the busiest.
- Reserve accommodation in Maastricht several months ahead as hotels sell out quickly during TEFAF week.
- Arrive by train to Maastricht-Randwyck station, just 250 metres from the fair entrance.
- Take advantage of the free daily shuttle bus between the city centre and MECC.
- Wheelchair users can reserve a complimentary wheelchair in advance via [email protected] or +31 43 383 83 83.
- On-site dining options include a self-service restaurant and the à la carte restaurants Rantree and Verdi.
