The art crowd will once again descend on Regent’s Park this week for the 23rd edition of Frieze London, which opens its doors today. As autumn settles over the city, the white tents have become a familiar sight – a temporary cathedral for creativity that gathers the world’s leading artists, galleries, and collectors under one elegant canvas. Yet this year’s edition feels particularly charged with anticipation, balancing reflection with renewal, and reaffirming London’s role as a global hub for contemporary art.

The first encounter for most visitors is Frieze Sculpture, which transforms the English Gardens into an open-air exhibition of 14 striking works by international artists. This year’s selection is beautifully curated – a conversation between landscape, form, and imagination. Among the standout pieces is a monumental sculpture by the multidisciplinary collective Assemble, depicting a large dog that seems to stand guard over the park. Both playful and profound, it explores folklore, architecture, and the cyclical nature of the seasons. In contrast, Indian artist Reena Saini Kallat presents a haunting sound sculpture resembling an antique horn; when approached, it emits the birdsong of extinct species — a poignant meditation on absence, memory, and the fragility of ecosystems.

Inside the tent, 168 galleries from more than 40 countries will present a dazzling spectrum of global creativity. Many long-time participants return – from Gagosian and Hauser & Wirth to Victoria Miro and Goodman Gallery – joined this year by exciting newcomers such as Selma Feriani Gallery from Tunis and South Africa’s Southern Guild, both marking Frieze’s continued expansion of its global reach. The fair has made visible efforts to champion diversity, with artists from Africa, the Middle East, and Latin America taking increasingly prominent roles.

Walking through the fair feels like stepping into an international dialogue about the state of art and culture today. Themes of ecology, technology, and identity run through many presentations, reflecting the world’s broader social and political preoccupations. Expect tactile materials, immersive installations, and bold colour palettes – all pushing the boundaries between art, architecture, and design.

As always, the energy of Frieze Week extends far beyond the fair itself. Across London, museums and galleries are synchronising their best shows to coincide – from the Serpentine’s experimental programming to the Royal Academy’s autumn blockbuster. The city becomes a living gallery, alive with talks, openings, and chance encounters that spark collaboration across disciplines.

If Frieze London 2025 has a message, it’s one of connection – between people, ideas, and worlds. It’s a reminder that London’s creative pulse continues to beat strong, even in turbulent times. Whether you’re an art-world veteran, a curious collector, or a designer seeking inspiration, Regent’s Park this week is the place to witness art’s power to reflect, provoke, and reimagine the world around us.