For one extraordinary long weekend, experience New York at its most culturally alive!
Designed for both out-of-town visitors and New Yorkers craving an inspiring staycation, this hosted experience offers a deeper dive into the contemporary art world through VIP fair access, insider entry points, and a like-minded community to experience it all with. Whether you’re coming to the city for Frieze Week or simply want to see New York through a more artful lens, this is your invitation to experience Spring Art Week with context, connection, and ease.
Over the course of the weekend, we’ll move through the energy of the fairs, the intimacy of private spaces, and the excitement of the city at its most culturally alive. Expect VIP access to the week’s leading art fairs, special guided experiences, meaningful conversation, and curated moments that make the experience feel both elevated and welcoming.
This is more than a series of tickets. It’s a chance to immerse yourself in the contemporary art world with insider access and thoughtful hosting throughout.
Who It’s For:
Art lovers visiting New York during Frieze Week who want an insider path through the city’s art scene
New Yorkers looking for an art-full staycation and a deeper connection to the contemporary art world
Collectors, creatives, and culturally curious guests who want more than just a pass to the fairs
Anyone who values access, context, and community
Whether you’re arriving from out of town or meeting us from your own neighborhood, this weekend is designed to help you plug into the best of Spring Art Week in a way that feels curated, social, and inspiring.
A Note for Visitors and Locals
Visiting from out of town? Let this be your insider’s guide to New York during one of its most exciting cultural weeks.
Already in the city? Think of this as your art-full staycation: a chance to step into the contemporary art world in a deeper way, discover new artists and spaces, and experience the city with fresh eyes.
Why Join Us
Spring Art Week in New York can be thrilling, inspiring, and also overwhelming. This program is designed to make it feel more personal, more connected, and far more enjoyable.
Instead of navigating the week alone, you’ll experience it through a curated itinerary that brings together major fairs, insider moments, private access, and a community of fellow art lovers. We’ve created the kind of experience we’d want ourselves: art-full, social, stimulating, and full of discovery.
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Full Schedule:
(subject to change)
Wednesday May 13th
Optional welcome dinner*
Thursday May 14th
Day: VIP Preview of the NADA & Independent fairs
Evening: Private collection visit
Friday May 15th
Morning: VIP preview of Frieze NY
Afternoon: Private reception at Onna House in SoHo
Evening: the Minty Fresh Circus at Lincoln Center
Saturday May 16th
Day: Gallery hopping & the Future Fair
Evening: Optional Broadway show (not included)
Sunday May 17th
Farewell Brunch & Guided tour of TEFAF (this experience is included with the Full Pass)
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Pass options:
Basic level: $295 for Art-full members; $395 for non-members
Full-week access / concierge level: $445 for Art-full members; $545 for non-members
What’s Included:
Hosted group access across the art week itinerary
VIP access to all art fairs including NADA, Frieze, Independent, TEFAF, and Future Fair
Exclusive Chelsea gallery breakfast and panel conversation
Inside TEFAF: Private VIP tour of TEFAF & farewell brunch
Private collection visit
Curated recommendations and community throughout
What’s NOT Included in basic tickets:
Meals, aside from the farewell brunch
Transportation
Hotel accommodations
What’s Included in the upgraded/concierge level tickets:
All transport between activities
Curated recommendations & reservations for any meals and activities not included in the full itinerary above
Art-Full Membership
If you are not yet an Art-full member, we would love to have you join us for as little as $45/month for the basic membership, or $15/month for the online sisterhood membership. You can learn more about all membership levels and join here or reach out to alex@womenofculture.org with any questions.
The membership provides:
Access to member exclusive events like this one
Complimentary tickets to all online events
Priority access to & discounts on ALL events
Premier members also get priority access to 'culture-tunities' including free VIP passes to exclusive after-hours events at cultural institutions all over the city
All designed to help you live your best, most art-full and socially connected life!