Absa L’Atelier Art and lifestyle Fair 2026
10 Oct 2026 SAST (+02:00)
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40 years. 40 moments.
The Absa L’Atelier Art & Lifestyle Fair returns for its third consecutive year.
Join us for a celebration of art, creativity and culture featuring artwork by the Top 12 Finalists of the Absa L’Atelier Art 2026 Competition, showcasing artistic talent from across Africa.
Enjoy live music and entertainment, a kids’ corner with hours of activities for children aged 12 and under in a safe, supervised and entry-controlled area, a variety of food and beverage stalls, and more.
This year’s Fair celebrates 40 years of Absa L’Atelier Art’s commitment to supporting and developing emerging visual artists from across the continent, while actively contributing to the growth of Africa’s creative economy.
The four winning artists of the Absa L’Atelier Art 2026 Competition will be announced live at the event.
Please note:
- The Art & Lifestyle Fair is family-friendly and open to all ages
- Children aged 12 and under in the immediate family enter free
- The event is outdoors, so please dress accordingly
- This is a cashless event
- General admission includes access to the Art & Lifestyle Fair and all general activities. Food, beverages and all other purchases are not included
- VIP admission includes access to the Art & Lifestyle Fair, the VIP area and all general activities. Food, beverages and all other purchases are not included
- Activities are free while spaces last and are subject to capacity
Information
Guests are encouraged to bring their own picnic blankets.
Guests should prepare for an outdoor lifestyle experience.
Family-friendly, all ages welcome.
Guests are recommended to make use of Entrance 25 and Entrance 26 of Mall of Africa parking for convenient access to the Fair.
No external food or beverages may be brought into the event.
Organiser
Aleit Events
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Guests are encouraged to bring their own picnic blankets.
Guests should prepare for an outdoor lifestyle experience.
Family-friendly, all ages welcome.
Guests are recommended to make use of Entrance 25 and Entrance 26 of Mall of Africa parking for convenient access to the Fair.
No external food or beverages may be brought into the event.
Organiser
Aleit Events
ALL EVENTS BY THIS ORGANISERInfo
40 years. 40 moments.
The Absa L’Atelier Art & Lifestyle Fair returns for its third consecutive year.
Join us for a celebration of art, creativity and culture featuring artwork by the Top 12 Finalists of the Absa L’Atelier Art 2026 Competition, showcasing artistic talent from across Africa.
Enjoy live music and entertainment, a kids’ corner with hours of activities for children aged 12 and under in a safe, supervised and entry-controlled area, a variety of food and beverage stalls, and more.
This year’s Fair celebrates 40 years of Absa L’Atelier Art’s commitment to supporting and developing emerging visual artists from across the continent, while actively contributing to the growth of Africa’s creative economy.
The four winning artists of the Absa L’Atelier Art 2026 Competition will be announced live at the event.
Please note:
- The Art & Lifestyle Fair is family-friendly and open to all ages
- Children aged 12 and under in the immediate family enter free
- The event is outdoors, so please dress accordingly
- This is a cashless event
- General admission includes access to the Art & Lifestyle Fair and all general activities. Food, beverages and all other purchases are not included
- VIP admission includes access to the Art & Lifestyle Fair, the VIP area and all general activities. Food, beverages and all other purchases are not included
- Activities are free while spaces last and are subject to capacity