# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 173 Annual Open Exhibition
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 05:00 pm (+01:00)
- **Event Description**: Taking place between 12 September 2026 - 3 January 2027, the RWA Annual Exhibition is showcasing over 500 contemporary works within its historic galleries. 

Featuring both emerging talent and established names, spanning painting, drawing, printmaking, photography, architecture, sculpture, and mixed-media installation – the exhibition represents some of the most exciting artists working across the UK and beyond today. 

In addition to selected works, each year the RWA invites a contemporary artist to showcase their practice in recognition of their exceptional contribution to the arts. Mohammad Barrangi will present work as this year’s Invited Artist, following in the footsteps of previous invited artists such as Sir Frank Bowling OBE RA RWA (Hon), Charmaine Watkiss RWA, Maria Lalić RWA (Hon) and Rebecca Salter PRA RWA (Hon).    

All artworks are for sale, making this an exciting opportunity for art lovers to expand or start their collection. 

Explore the exhibition and programme of events at rwa.org.uk

The 173 Annual Open Exhibition is sponsored by Hive Financial Planning and Abode.

Artwork: Embracing Imperfection (2026), Hajnal Vegh
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bristol/173-annual-open-exhibition/200030533254832
- **Event Categories**: art, exhibitions, fine-arts
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Bristol
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Queen's Road, Clifton, BS8 1PX Bristol, United Kingdom
- **lat**: 51.45777
- **long**: -2.60819
- **full address**: Queen's Road, Clifton, BS8 1PX Bristol, United Kingdom, Bristol, United Kingdom

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is 173 Annual Open Exhibition being held?
  - **A:** 173 Annual Open Exhibition takes place on Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 05:00 pm at Queen's Road, Clifton, BS8 1PX Bristol, United Kingdom, Bristol, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing 173 Annual Open Exhibition?
  - **A:** 173 Annual Open Exhibition is organized by Royal West of England Academy.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** 173 Annual Open Exhibition is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Bristol, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If 173 Annual Open Exhibition sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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