Elen Levitt · ArtLevel · Venice

Venice Biennale

2026

Private Collector & Cultural Programme

In Minor Keys

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14 – 17 July 2026
Venice, Italy
Limited Participation
Closed Format

The Programme

A curated journey through the world's most significant art event

A curated journey during Venice Biennale 2026 for collectors, entrepreneurs and contemporary art enthusiasts.

The focus of this year's Biennale is In Minor Keys. Curator Koyo Kouoh takes a musical metaphor as her point of departure. In music, the minor key stands in contrast to everything loud, monumental and ceremonial. It exists in quiet tones, lower frequencies and subtle voices.

Closed participation format · Limited number of guests · Carefully curated high-level cultural experience.

"Curated for collectors, entrepreneurs and contemporary art enthusiasts who seek depth over spectacle."

Elen Levitt

Organised & Curated By

Elen Levitt
Cultural Strategist · Art Advisor
Founder of ArtLevel · Ambassador of Art Abu Dhabi (Frieze Abu Dhabi)

Expert in private collections and curator of international art programmes at Art Basel, Art Dubai, Abu Dhabi Art and Venice Biennale.

Dmitry Ozerkov
Special Guest Expert · Day 2
Dmitry Ozerkov
Art Historian · Curator · Writer

Former Head of Contemporary Art at the State Hermitage Museum. Art historian, curator and writer with deep expertise in contemporary and modern art. His curatorial vision will guide the group through the Biennale's main exhibition at Giardini and Arsenale on July 15.

Ristorante Lineadombra
Ristorante Lineadombra
Peggy Guggenheim Collection
Peggy Guggenheim Collection
Giardini della Biennale
Giardini della Biennale

4-Day Programme

Day by Day

01
14 July · Dorsoduro / Accademia / Guggenheim / Arrival Dinner
Arrival & First Immersion
Gallerie dell'Accademia
Gallerie dell'Accademia
Curated Waterfront Lunch
Lunch at one of Dorsoduro's most atmospheric waterfront venues, carefully selected for its location, views and authentic Venetian character. A perfect pause between two major cultural institutions.
Ristorante Lineadombra
Peggy Guggenheim Collection
Peggy Guggenheim Collection
Private Gondola Ride
A journey through the Grand Canal and Venice's hidden waterways during golden hour. One of the most beautiful and atmospheric experiences of the programme.
Private Gondola
Welcome Dinner
An elegant opening dinner in one of Venice's most beautiful historic palazzos. A refined setting where Venetian heritage, exceptional hospitality and contemporary cuisine come together to mark the beginning of the journey.
Arrival Dinner — Arva
02
15 July · Biennale Core Day: Giardini + Arsenale
Biennale Core Day
Biennale Arte 2026 — Giardini
Priority Pavilions: Japan · Brazil · Saudi Arabia · India · Morocco · Italy · UAE
Giardini della Biennale
Biennale Lunch Break
A relaxed lunch within the Biennale district, allowing guests to remain immersed in the rhythm of the exhibition while enjoying a carefully selected local dining experience.
Lunch Break
Biennale Arte 2026 — Arsenale
Arsenale della Biennale
Evening
Sunset Aperitivo
Aperitivo at one of Venice's most iconic terraces, overlooking the lagoon and the city's historic skyline. A classic Venetian ritual and the perfect way to reflect on the day's discoveries.
Hotel Danieli Terrace
Collector Evening Dinner
Dinner at one of Venice's distinguished culinary addresses, combining refined cuisine, elegant surroundings and the unique atmosphere of Biennale week.
Collector Evening Dinner
03
16 July · San Marco / Castello / Gagosian / Ocean Space
Art & Discovery Day
SMAC — San Marco Art Centre
SMAC San Marco Venice
Museo di Palazzo Grimani
Palazzo Grimani Venice
Authentic Venetian Lunch
Lunch in one of Venice's most authentic and beloved neighbourhood settings, offering a genuine taste of local culture away from the city's main tourist routes.
Ai Mercanti Venice
Ocean Space — Chiesa di San Lorenzo
Ocean Space Venice
Slow Venice Walk — Castello / Quiet Canals
Castello Venice Night
Private Collector Evening
Reserved for invitation-only experiences, collector gatherings, curator talks, gallery dinners or private cultural events taking place during Biennale week.
Transfer: To be confirmed according to event venue
Private Collector Evening
04
17 July · Prada / Pinault / Berggruen / Farewell Dinner
Foundations & Farewell
Fondazione Prada — Ca' Corner della Regina
Fondazione Prada Venice
Palazzo Grassi
Palazzo Grassi
Canalside Lunch
Lunch at a Michelin-recognised restaurant overlooking the canals, ideally positioned between two of Venice's leading contemporary art institutions.
Ristorante Wisteria
Punta della Dogana
Punta della Dogana
Casa dei Tre Oci / Berggruen Institute Europe
Casa dei Tre Oci
Final Private Gondola Ride — Farewell Venice
A journey through the Grand Canal and Venice's hidden waterways during golden hour. One of the most beautiful and atmospheric experiences of the programme.
Private Gondola Venice
Farewell Dinner
A celebratory closing dinner at one of Venice's most acclaimed dining destinations. An elegant conclusion to four days of art, conversation, cultural discovery and meaningful connections.
Ristorante Glam
Arsenale
Arsenale della Biennale
Palazzo Grassi
Palazzo Grassi
Punta della Dogana
Punta della Dogana

Optional

Add-Ons

Museo Fortuny
Erwin Wurm: Dreamers
fortuny.visitmuve.it ↗
Anish Kapoor Foundation
Palazzo Manfrin
anishkapoor.com ↗

What Is Included

Included

What Is Not Included

Not Included

Concierge Services

Available upon request

Hotel selection and reservations
Restaurant reservations
Private water taxis
VIP arrangements and personalised recommendations
Programme extensions
Bespoke cultural experiences

Limited Availability

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A closed-format experience for a select number of guests · 14–17 July 2026 · Venice

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