UnFair: The Unconventional Art Fair Transforming Bogota’s Hotel Tequendama

Bogotá's iconic Tequendama Hotel is set to transform into a vibrant hub for contemporary art during the second edition of UnFair, running from September 18 to 27. This unconventional art fair, now in its second year, breaks away from traditional exhibition formats by bringing artworks into various spaces throughout the hotel complex. From hotel rooms and terraces to commercial areas and public plazas, UnFair aims to make art accessible to diverse audiences and integrate it into the city's daily life.

The fair, which runs in parallel to and independently of ARTBO 2026, features a wide array of galleries, special projects, and artists from Colombia and beyond. A notable highlight is Galerías IN_Suites, where hotel rooms are temporarily repurposed as small galleries, allowing visitors to engage with the art firsthand. Other installations include La Terraza, which merges art with gastronomy, and Noches UnFair, featuring music and cultural activities.

One of the key themes of this year's fair is "Designation of Origin: America," an exhibition that explores Latin American identity through the lens of diverse experiences, conflicts, memories, and cultures. Featuring works by artists such as Diego Diaz Sabogal, Fanny Fabrega, and Jorge Jurado, the exhibition showcases the region's rich cultural tapestry.

Adding to the event's international appeal, Panama will be honored as the guest country of the day with "Panama: con nombre de mujer," an exhibition presented by Salón Panama. Curated by Maria del Pilar Rodriguez, the show features 12 Panamanian women artists whose works delve into personal, social, territorial, and cultural themes, offering unique perspectives on the nation through contemporary art.