Ch.ACO 2025: Your Complete Visitor Guide
π South America
20β23th November 2025
CV GalerΓa Building, Alonso de CΓ³rdova, 4355 Vitacur Santiago
π Event Overview
Ch.ACO 2025
Experience art-world aristocracy at Ch.ACO 2025. Reserve your place for the Bastille Design Center showcase, procure collector-tier passes, explore vanguard galleries and visionary artists, and allow our concierge-level recommendations for five-star stays, gastronomic excellence, and exclusive off-fair engagements.
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Dates:20β23th November 2025 -
Location:CV GalerΓa Building, Alonso de CΓ³rdova 4355 Vitacura
Santiago
Ch.ACO 2025 is a premier art fair that takes place annually in Santiago, Chile π¨π±. The fair is a celebration of contemporary art, featuring a diverse range of works from local and international artists π.
With its unique blend of art, culture, and entertainment, Ch.ACO 2025 is an event not to be missed π.
With its unique blend of art, culture, and entertainment, Ch.ACO 2025 is an event not to be missed π.
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Mission:To position Santiago as Latin Americaβs art laboratoryβwhere seismic cultural shifts and avant-garde markets collide. -
Organizer:Chilean Association of Art Galleries
Highlights of Ch.ACO 2025
- Diverse Artworks: The fair will feature a wide range of artworks, including paintings, sculptures, installations, and photography π¨
- International Participation: Over 50 galleries from around the world will participate in the fair, showcasing the work of more than 200 artists π
- Emerging Artists: Ch.ACO 2025 will provide a platform for emerging artists to showcase their work and gain international recognition π
- Interactive Experiences: The fair will include a range of interactive experiences, including art installations, performances, and workshops π
π¨ Why attend to Ch.ACO 2025?
- Galleries: Over 50 galleries from around the world will participate in the fair, showcasing a diverse range of contemporary art π¨
- Artists: More than 200 artists will be represented at the fair, including established and emerging artists from around the world π
- Talks and Events: A range of talks, tours, and events will take place during the fair, including artist interviews, panel discussions, and curator-led tours π
- Performances: Live performances and installations will be presented throughout the fair, providing a unique and engaging experience for visitors π
ποΈ Ticket Information
- VIP Pass: $150 (early access + vineyard invite)
- General Admission: $25 / Students: $10 (ID required)
- Family Sunday: Kids under 12 free + puppet workshops
- Pro Tip: Buy online for 10% discount!
β¨ Getting there:
π Address: CV GalerΓa Building, Alonso de CΓ³rdova, 4355 Vitacura, Santiago
π By Car:
You can reach the CV GalerΓa Building by car via the Alonso de CΓ³rdova street. There are several parking options available in the surrounding area.
π By Bus:
The nearest bus stop is located on the Alonso de CΓ³rdova street, just a few blocks away from the CV GalerΓa Building. You can take the bus number 405 or 411 to get there.
π By Metro:
The nearest metro station is the Vitacura station, which is a 10-minute walk from the CV GalerΓa Building. You can take the metro line 1 to get there.
π΄ββοΈ By Bike:
You can also reach the CV GalerΓa Building by bike, as there are several bike lanes in the surrounding area.
πΊοΈ On Foot:
The CV GalerΓa Building is located in the heart of Vitacura, so you can easily walk there from nearby shops, restaurants, and hotels.
Tips:
π By Car:
You can reach the CV GalerΓa Building by car via the Alonso de CΓ³rdova street. There are several parking options available in the surrounding area.
π By Bus:
The nearest bus stop is located on the Alonso de CΓ³rdova street, just a few blocks away from the CV GalerΓa Building. You can take the bus number 405 or 411 to get there.
π By Metro:
The nearest metro station is the Vitacura station, which is a 10-minute walk from the CV GalerΓa Building. You can take the metro line 1 to get there.
π΄ββοΈ By Bike:
You can also reach the CV GalerΓa Building by bike, as there are several bike lanes in the surrounding area.
πΊοΈ On Foot:
The CV GalerΓa Building is located in the heart of Vitacura, so you can easily walk there from nearby shops, restaurants, and hotels.
Tips:
- Make sure to check the traffic and road conditions before heading to the CV GalerΓa Building.
- There may be limited parking available, so consider using public transportation or ride-hailing services.
- The CV GalerΓa Building is located in a busy area, so be prepared for crowds and noise.
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π Early access. π« Limited availability. π Global art at your fingertips.
Get instant access to the official Ch.ACO registration page and be the first to know about exclusive events, VIP passes, and travel perks.
π Early access. π« Limited availability. π Global art at your fingertips.
π¨ Gallery: Ch.ACO 2025
History of Ch.ACO 2025
π± 2009: Radical Beginnings
β’ Born during Chileβs art boom as the first contemporary art fair with a social conscience β
β’ Debuted in a repurposed factory with just 22 galleries (and a legendary asado for artists) ππ¨
β’ Fun fact: The name combines "Chile" + "Arte ContemporΓ‘neo" β but locals joke it sounds like "chaos" (fitting!) π
π 2015: The Southern Turn
β’ Launched the Southern Cone Focus β spotlighting Patagonian artists working with:
π₯ 2019: Airport Takeover
β’ Moved to Parque Bicentenario Cerrillos (ex-airport) as a political act:
π» 2020-22: Pandemic Pivot
β’ Went hybrid with:
π 2025: 15-Year Revolution
β’ Celebrating with:
β¨ Why This History Matters in 2025
β’ Proved regional art could compete globally β Chilean sales up 400% since 2009 π
β’ Pioneered fair activism β Inspired copycat "ethics clauses" worldwide π
β’ Kept it weird β Where else can you buy a $50k tapestry... then dance cueca with the artist? ππΊ
"Ch.ACO didnβt just reflect Chilean art β it helped rewrite it."
β Artishock Magazine
β’ Born during Chileβs art boom as the first contemporary art fair with a social conscience β
β’ Debuted in a repurposed factory with just 22 galleries (and a legendary asado for artists) ππ¨
β’ Fun fact: The name combines "Chile" + "Arte ContemporΓ‘neo" β but locals joke it sounds like "chaos" (fitting!) π
π 2015: The Southern Turn
β’ Launched the Southern Cone Focus β spotlighting Patagonian artists working with:
- Sheep wool bio-plastics πβ
- Volcanic ash pigments π
- β’ First fair to ban plastic VIP gift bags (replaced with handmade Mapuche baskets) β»οΈ
π₯ 2019: Airport Takeover
β’ Moved to Parque Bicentenario Cerrillos (ex-airport) as a political act:
- Transformed a Pinochet-era military site into art grounds βοΈβπ¨
- Used runway lights to guide visitors like landing planes π‘
- β’ Crowd favorite: Artists repurposed luggage carousels as kinetic sculptures π§³π
π» 2020-22: Pandemic Pivot
β’ Went hybrid with:
- VR gallery crawls in the Andes ποΈπ
- Drive-thru art pickups (like fast food for collectors!) ππ
- β’ Secret win: Doubled online sales to $8M despite lockdowns π°
π 2025: 15-Year Revolution
β’ Celebrating with:
- "Archive of Dissent" β 1,000+ protest artworks digitized π²β
- A living sculpture growing quinoa in the terminal π±ποΈ
- Soundwalks through reconstructed 1970s student protests π§π§
- β’ Full-circle moment: Original 2009 artists return as mentors π΅βπ©π¨
β¨ Why This History Matters in 2025
β’ Proved regional art could compete globally β Chilean sales up 400% since 2009 π
β’ Pioneered fair activism β Inspired copycat "ethics clauses" worldwide π
β’ Kept it weird β Where else can you buy a $50k tapestry... then dance cueca with the artist? ππΊ
"Ch.ACO didnβt just reflect Chilean art β it helped rewrite it."
β Artishock Magazine
π¨ Mission of Ch.ACO 2025
At its core, Ch.ACO 2025 exists to rupture conventional art market paradigms through three revolutionary pillars:
1. Decentralizing Cultural Power
We actively dismantle the Santiago-centric art scene by:
Our anti-extractive approach manifests through:
We transform the fair into a platform for:
Why 2025 Demands This Vision:
As Chile rewrites its constitution, we position art as essential to national healing. This edition specifically addresses:
1. Decentralizing Cultural Power
We actively dismantle the Santiago-centric art scene by:
- Reserving 40% of exhibition space for regional collectives (Arica to Punta Arenas)
- Hosting Quechua and Mapuche language gallery tours
- Partnering with Rapa Nui elders to co-curate the Oceanic section
Our anti-extractive approach manifests through:
- A blockchain registry tracing materials to Indigenous territories
- "Solidarity Pricing" requiring 20% of works under $800 USD
- Banning speculative flipping (artists receive 15% of secondary sales)
We transform the fair into a platform for:
- Free art therapy workshops for earthquake trauma survivors
- "Mobile Museums" bringing fair highlights to mining towns
- Legal clinics protecting artists from cultural appropriation
Why 2025 Demands This Vision:
As Chile rewrites its constitution, we position art as essential to national healing. This edition specifically addresses:
- Water Crisis: Installations using Atacama Desert brine
- Memory Politics: Archive of 1980s protest zines
- Technological Sovereignty: Open-source AI tools for Andean creators
- β 2025 Curatorial Collective
π‘ Tips for Visitors of Ch.ACO 2025
CLIMATE PREP:
- Days: UV 11+ β Sunglasses/hat mandatory! π
- Nights: Andes winds β Pack a chamanto (wool poncho).
- Focus on Patagonian eco-art (investment growth: 30% YoY).
- Ask: "ΒΏTiene planes de pago?" (60% galleries offer installments).
- Eat: Pastel de jaiba at food trucks near Hangar 3.
- Post-Fair: Visit Museo de la Solidaridad Salvador Allende for political art context.
- Wheelchair ramps + sensory-friendly maps.
- Free ASL tours
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