The Best Art Exhibitions in London This November

Discover must-see exhibitions and art shows that are happening in London right now

The art scene these days is growing increasingly more difficult to track, even with innovations in communication technology and marketing. Some gallery openings fly completely under the radar, and while these events are exciting, largely free, and often offering free drinks, the art world's events scene lacks the centralisation that live music has with DICE, Resident Advisor and, the frankly dreaded Ticketmaster (and no, I don't want to hear about Art Rabbit ever again, though I would recommend using Brushwrk)

This summer, London’s vibrant contemporary art scene delivers an unmissable lineup of cutting-edge exhibitions, from emerging artists to iconic masters. Dive into immersive installations that push boundaries, thought-provoking exhibitions exploring identity and technology, and blockbuster shows celebrating diverse artistic voices.

Experience interactive art displays that blend digital innovation with traditional techniques, or lose yourself in large-scale sculptures and bold paintings by internationally acclaimed artists. Many exhibitions highlight sustainability in art, featuring eco-conscious materials and themes addressing climate change, perfect for culturally curious visitors seeking meaningful experiences.

For those drawn to experimental art, discover multisensory exhibitions merging sound, light, and movement. Alternatively, explore figurative and abstract works by rising stars in the global art world, offering fresh perspectives on modern life.

Free and ticketed shows cater to all tastes, making it easy to plan an art-filled London itinerary. Whether you're a seasoned collector or a casual art lover, this summer’s lineup promises inspiration, creativity, and cultural enrichment.

So, here we bring the doings of the art world - both overground and underground - to cater to both casual and eccentric, day-tripper and deep-digger, bringing you a quality mix of entertaining and thought-provoking exhibitions across the capital. 

Stay tuned, we update this weekly

Jennie Baptiste: Rhythm & Roots

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DJ-Shortee-Blitz-from-Revolutions-@-33-⅓-rpm-1999

Somerset House 17 Oct 2025 to 4 Jan 2026

A landmark exhibition celebrating Jennie Baptiste, a defining voice in British photography.

Wimbledon Art Fair

Wimbledon Art Studios 6 Nov 2025 to 9 Nov 2025

Time to Meet the People Behind the Art

The Griffin Catalyst Exhibition: Wayne Thiebaud. American Still Life 

Installation view of Wayne Thiebaud. American Still Life at The Courtauld Gallery. Photo © Fergus Carmichael
Installation view of Wayne Thiebaud. American Still Life at The Courtauld Gallery. Photo © Fergus Carmichael

The Courtauld Gallery 10 Oct 2025 to 18 Jan 2026

First UK exhibition on American artist Wayne Thiebaud opens at The Courtauld Gallery.

TRIPLE TROUBLE

Installation view of Triple Trouble at Newport Street Gallery, London, Photographed by Prudence Cuming Associates Ltd. Artworks © the artists
Installation view of Triple Trouble at Newport Street Gallery, London, Photographed by Prudence Cuming Associates Ltd. Artworks © the artists

Newport Street Gallery 10 Oct 2025 to 29 Mar 2026

Newport Street Gallery presents an exhibition of new collaborative works by Shepard Fairey, Damien Hirst, and Invader.

Massimiliano Pelletti: Metamorfosi

Bowman Sculpture presents the second UK Solo Exhibition of Celebrated Contemporary Italian Sculptor - Massimiliano Pelletti: Metamorfosi

Bowman Sculpture 9 Oct 2025 to 7 Nov 2025

Bowman Sculpture presents the second UK solo exhibition by contemporary Italian sculptor Massimiliano Pelletti.

Anna Ancher: Painting Light

Anna Ancher: Painting Light
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Dulwich Picture Gallery 4 Nov 2025 to 8 Mar 2026

Discover the luminous paintings of Danish artist Anna Ancher in her first-ever UK exhibition.

Origins II

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OriginsII_InstallationPhoto_MiartGalleryLondon_JohnathanSchultz

Miart Gallery 4 Oct 2025 to 3 Nov 2025

Origins II’ a Group Exhibition opens at Miart Gallery London.

Andreas Gursky

Image: Andreas Gursky, Komori, 2025 (detail) © Andreas Gursky
Image: Andreas Gursky, Komori, 2025 (detail) © Andreas Gursky

White Cube Mason’s Yard 11 Oct 2025 to 8 Nov 2025

White Cube Mason’s Yard presents new work by Andreas Gursky this October.

Radical Rediscovery: Homosexual Acts and Beyond

Radical Rediscovery: Homosexual Acts and Beyond

London Performance Studios 7 Nov 2025 to 14 Dec 2025

A new exhibition is set to interrogate and celebrate Lesbian and Gay theatre’s early years.

Available Light

Morgan Quaintance, Convenience, (2024), 35mm colour photograph. Image courtesy of the artist - Available Light
Morgan Quaintance, Convenience, (2024), 35mm colour photograph. Image courtesy of the artist

Chelsea Space 10 Oct 2025 to 12 Dec 2025

Available Light a solo exhibition by artist and writer Morgan Quaintance at Chelsea Space.

The Photographers’ Gallery Autumn 2025

The Photographers’ Gallery 10 Oct 2025 to 22 Feb 2026

Autumn 2025 at The Photographers' Gallery, Zofia Rydet: Sociological Record & Boris Mikhailov: Ukrainian Diary.

Art Deco: The Golden Age of Poster Design

Poster; Molesey Regatta July 21st, unknown, 1928 - Art Deco: The Golden Age of Poster London Transport Museum Design
Poster; Molesey Regatta July 21st, unknown, 1928

London Transport Museum 21 Nov 2025 to 28 Feb 2027

100 years of art deco style inspires a season of events and a new exhibition at London Transport Museum.

Ubuntu - I am because we are

Postcard submissions (2025). Part of Ubuntu - I am because we are exhibition at Camberwell Space. Courtesy of Camberwell, Chelsea and Wimbledon Colleges of Arts Outreach team
Postcard submissions (2025). Part of Ubuntu - I am because we are exhibition at Camberwell Space. Courtesy of Camberwell, Chelsea and Wimbledon Colleges of Arts Outreach team

Camberwell Space 26 Sep 2025 to 12 Dec 2025

Camberwell Space presents an exhibition of community, creativity and connection.

Sean Scully: Mirroring

Sean Scully Blue Wall, 2024 Oil on copper  The Estorick Collection
The Estorick Collection-Sean Scully Blue Wall, 2024 Oil on copper-Copyright the artist, courtesy Thaddaeus Ropac.

Estorick Collection 8 Oct 2025 to 23 Nov 2025

The Estorick Collection presents a special intervention by artist Sean Scully showcased alongside Giorgio Morandi.

Caravaggio’s Cupid

Caravaggio (Michelangelo Merisi), Cupid as Victor, 1601/02. Photo credits: Gemäldegalerie, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin / Image by Google; Public Domain Mark 1.0
Caravaggio (Michelangelo Merisi), Cupid as Victor, 1601/02. Photo credits: Gemäldegalerie, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin / Image by Google; Public Domain Mark 1.0

The Wallace Collection 26 Nov 2025 to 12 Apr 2026

Caravaggio’s masterpiece, which has never been seen in public in the UK, will go on display at London’s Wallace Collection.

Ben Edge: Children of Albion

Ben Edge, The Children of Albion, 2025, detail, oil on canvas, 300cm x 200cm
Ben Edge, The Children of Albion, 2025, detail, oil on canvas, 300cm x 200cm

The Fitzrovia Chapel 6 Nov 2025 to 26 Nov 2025

The Fitzrovia Chapel presents Children of Albion, a powerful new exhibition by London-based British artist Ben Edge.

Between Sleeping and Waking: Hospital Dreams and Visions - at Bethlem Museum of the Mind

Bethlam Museum of the Mind 14 Aug 2025 to 8 Nov 2025

This new exhibition at Bethlem explores universal archetypes and insomnia through historical artworks and immersive installation, affirming our shared subconscious humanity.

1880 THAT: Christine Sun Kim and Thomas Mader - at Wellcome Collection

Wellcome Collection 17 Apr 2025 to 16 Nov 2025

An innovative, curated exhibition on deafness, the importance of language, and language as home, '1880 THAT' refers to the conference of the same year which sidelined sign language in schools.

Design and Disability

Rebirth Garments. Photo by Colectivo Multipolar V & A Design & Disability
Rebirth Garments. Photo by Colectivo Multipolar

Victoria and Albert Museum 6 Jul 2025 to 15 Feb 2026

The Victoria and Albert Museum presents a celebration of Disabled design and a call for action.

Ketty La Rocca: You You

Ketty La Rocca My Words and You - 2, 1971, photograph with handwritten text Courtesy Archivio Ketty La Rocca | Michelangelo Vasta
Ketty La Rocca My Words and You - 2, 1971, photograph with handwritten text Courtesy Archivio Ketty La Rocca | Michelangelo Vasta

Estorick Collection 10 Sep 2025 to 21 Dec 2025

Estorick Collection presents the first UK museum exhibition dedicated to Ketty La Rocca.

Yto Barrada: Thrill, Fill, Spill

Yto Barrada, Thrill, Fill and Spill, 2025. South London Gallery. Photo: Lucy Dawkins
Yto Barrada, Thrill, Fill and Spill, 2025. South London Gallery. Photo: Lucy Dawkins

South London Gallery 26 Sep 2025 to 11 Jan 2026

This autumn, the South London Gallery (SLG) presents Thrill, Fill, Spill a major solo exhibition by artist Yto Barrada.