It is one of the events I have yet to experience but hear about the most. What sets it apart is its unique curatorial approach: the idea is to bring a contemporary art event to Milan that serves as a dynamic platform, showcasing works from both Italian and international galleries. The event offers an engaging program of performances, events, and conferences that extend late into the evening. Each year, it transforms a different location, repurposing and revitalizing spaces within the city.
Next week, coinciding with Milan Art Week, the city will host the second edition of MEGA Art Fair, which this year takes place at Via Orobia 26, in the Scalo di Porta Romana district. The venue is a fascinating industrial space from the 1950s, preserving architectural details that make it a true gem of industrial archaeology.
MEGA is more than just an art fair—it is an experience, a meeting point, and a new way of engaging with art in its most authentic form. It presents itself as an innovation hub, a social space, and a catalyst fostering cross-pollination between art, design, music, performance, and video. Without traditional booths, it encourages an open dialogue between artworks and the space itself.
In addition to the gallery presentations, this year’s edition introduces a special thematic section dedicated to the power of fashion and its ability to reshape the world. Curated by Marcelle Joseph, this special section explores, through the voices of female and queer artists, the transformative power of clothing and other fashion or beauty-related elements such as masks, wigs, and makeup.
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