Sudbury's arts revival in 2025, fueled by city partnerships and new venues, continues into 2026 despite the loss of the Bell Mansion for an arts center.

A new Indigenous art show opened Jan. 14, 2026, at Brockville’s Gallery 121, featuring First Nations, Métis, and Inuit artists.

The Adelaide Festival canceled Randa Abdel-Fattah’s appearance over cultural sensitivities, sparking backlash over free speech and racism.

California prisons use VR headsets to help inmates prepare for reentry through immersive training and emotional support.

France raised non-EU adult museum entry fees to 32 euros, sparking backlash over equity and access.

Vermeer’s "Girl with a Pearl Earring" will debut in Asia at Osaka’s Nakanoshima Museum from Aug 21 to Sept 27, 2026, marking its first visit outside Europe and a rare global showing.

Singapore's Light to Night Festival 2026 launched Jan. 9, featuring free and ticketed events themed "The Power in Us" with art, light, and culture.

Vietnam launches November 24 as Vietnamese Culture Day to boost culture, arts, and national identity.

Madison philanthropist Jerry Frautschi, who gave $205 million for the Overture Center, died at 94.

Lagos named top global art destination for 2026 due to vibrant contemporary art scene and major cultural events.