As the art world flocks to London, make sure you don’t miss these experiences in the Frieze tent and beyond
On 14 October, Frieze London returns to Regent’s Park for its 23rd edition, bringing together almost 300 galleries from around the world to explore new perspectives on the role of art in contemporary society. At the heart of the fair, a commitment to newness and discovery runs through initiatives such as Focus and Artist-to-Artist, championing emerging talent. Across the park, Frieze Masters spans more than 4,000 years of art history, from antiquity to the mid-20th century, with highlights including Reflections and Queering Modernism, a curatorial journey examining the role of sexuality through the 20th century. Beyond Regent’s Park, London’s cultural calendar is equally packed with exhibitions, installations and exclusive experiences. Here’s what not to miss.
Rosewood London: Art Afternoon Tea
Rosewood London is no stranger to artistic appreciation. From the caricature-lined walls of Scarfes Bar to the private Edwardian courtyard that makes guests feel as if they have stumbled into a Merchant Ivory film, the hotel has always celebrated the intersection of art and luxury hospitality. Now, the hotel will be paying tribute to French Impressionist Claude Monet with an immersive Art Afternoon Tea marking the centenary of his death. Curated by executive pastry chef Mark Perkins, the savoury and sweet creations are inspired by the artist’s beloved garden at Giverny and his Water Lilies series of paintings, translating his distinctive use of colours and light into an afternoon never to be forgotten.
Art Afternoon Tea, £80pp; Champagne Art Afternoon Tea, £108pp; rosewoodhotels.com
Groundwork, The Living Gallery, Rosewood London
Meanwhile, the hotel’s rotating art residency, The Living Gallery, has unveiled its first group exhibition, Groundwork, bringing together three emerging artists – James Evans, Minye Yue and Charlie Russell. Selected through The Tagli Mentorship Award 2026, the contributors explore how meaning takes shape over time through material process, giving visitors the chance to encounter contemporary art in one of London’s grandest and most storied buildings.
Until spring 2027; rosewoodhotels.com; thetagli.com