The autumn schedule for contemporary art in France includes a stop in Haute-Savoie. Art3f FR 2026 occupies Rochexpo in La Roche-sur-Foron from 9 to 11 October and brings together galleries, artists and audiences around painting, sculpture, photography and craft.
Dates, schedule and venue for Art3f FR 2026 in La Roche-sur-Foron
Art3f FR 2026 runs from 9 to 11 October 2026 at Rochexpo, 59 Rue des Centaures. Published opening hours are Friday 16:00–23:00, Saturday 10:00–20:00 and Sunday 10:00–19:00. The official vernissage starts Friday from 18:00 and each exhibitor holds an opening at their own stand.
Tickets are sold online and at the door. Full price is 10 euros and presale is 7 euros plus fees. Ticket desks close 30 minutes before the salon shuts. The venue provides free parking and a central restaurant/brasserie with continuous service and a terrace.
Who exhibits at Art3f FR 2026
The line-up includes artists selected by a selection committee and participating galleries. The published profiles mention painters, sculptors and photographers alongside artisan makers. The event mixes affordable pieces with higher-end works and aims to facilitate direct interaction between creators and visitors.
Vernissage and on-site experience at Rochexpo
Friday evening concentrates social and professional activity. In addition to the official opening, exhibitors stage private openings at their stands to encourage exchanges with visitors and collectors. The central bar hosts the evening with live music and continuous food service.
Practical rules at the venue include no animals, photos only with exhibitor permission and a designated smoking area. These measures support visitor flow and protect the exhibited works.
Access by train, car and plane
Rochexpo in La Roche-sur-Foron links to TGV services and regional Léman Express from Geneva. Main motorway access is via A40, A41 and A43 with exit for La Roche-sur-Foron. Closest airports are Geneva Cointrin at 25 km and Annecy Mont-Blanc at 35 km.
Preparing commercial outreach at Art3f FR 2026
Approach the salon with a short, prioritized plan. Identify galleries and artists whose catalogs match your target, and request brief meetings during quieter hours. Present specific works or digital catalogs to speed decisions.
Galleries seeking collectors should bring clear documentation on prices, certificates and sale terms. Professional buyers should define budget limits and logistics channels for acquisition and shipping. Use Friday evening for more relaxed conversations and to inspect works on site.
Closing note and official link
Art3f FR 2026 delivers direct encounters between creators and audiences in a format that highlights accessibility and personal exchange. If attending, focus on preselected contacts and confirm purchase conditions at each stand. Full event details and ticketing are available at the official site https://www.art3f.fr/haute-savoie
