Royal Exhibition Building & Carlton Gardens

Art collectors and aesthetes of Melbourne, assemble. The time is almost upon us to gather up that loose change – because the Affordable Art Fair (AAF) is back for another year.  Set to be bigger, bolder and brighter than ever, the world’s largest art fair will take over the Royal Exhibition Building with thousands of original works and installations from some of Australia's best boutique galleries (as well as an impressive line-up of works from around the world). Running from August 27-30, the Affordable Art Fair has become a cornerstone event in the city’s eclectic arts and culture scene since its debut five years ago. It will allow collectors and art lovers to engage directly with featured artists and gallery owners, as well as browse a selection of landscapes, sculptures and abstract paintings – all priced from $100-$10,000 (and some even available to take home that day!).  Along with works from more than 70 Australian and international galleries, we can also expect interactive installations and programming that will appeal to everyone from creative kids to fashion designers in-the-making. Tickets are available via the Affordable Art Fair website here. Stay in the loop: sign up for our free Time Out Melbourne newsletter for the best of the city, straight to your inbox. Can't make the fair? Here's where to buy art around Melbourne.