ABOUT THE FAIR
The “Antique Market” in Bucharest is a major trade and public fair dedicated to art, antiques and historical collectibles. It has established itself as an exclusive meeting place for dealers, collectors, galleries, designers and enthusiasts of classical culture. The name of the fair symbolises an international marketplace for high-quality antiques, bringing together traditional craftsmanship, cultural heritage and refined interior design under one roof. At the heart of the event are authentic historical objects of artistic, decorative and, in some cases, museum-quality value, appealing to both private collectors and professional buyers and interior designers.
The fair takes place twice a year at the renowned Romexpo Exhibition Center in Bucharest, making it one of the most regular antiques events in Romania.It is organised by Romexpo S.A., one of South Eastern Europe’s leading exhibition and congress organisers, which has been hosting international trade fairs and major business events for decades. Through its consistent presence, the Antique Market has developed into an established platform for the Eastern European art and antiques trade, attracting visitors from across Romania and numerous other European countries.
The fair focuses on classical antiques, decorative art and exclusive collectors’ items. Exhibits include antique furniture, porcelain, crystal glassware, historical clocks, paintings, icons, vintage jewellery, rare books, historical prints and exceptional artefacts of cultural or historical significance. In addition, high-end classical-style design and interior décor pieces are becoming increasingly prominent, enabling the fair to create a deliberate link between traditional aesthetics and contemporary interior design. Restored vintage vehicles and rare one-off pieces with strong historical authenticity are also among the event’s standout attractions.
Exhibitors mainly come from the fields of antiques dealing, art galleries, restoration, interior design, jewellery craftsmanship, fine crafts and collecting. Many participants showcase exclusive individual pieces or limited collections that are difficult to obtain on the international market. Key visitor groups include art collectors, antiques dealers, investors, museum representatives, architects, interior designers and culturally and historically minded private visitors seeking distinctive objects with character and provenance.
One of the Antique Market’s defining strengths is its close connection to Romania’s cultural identity, particularly that of the historic capital, Bucharest. Widely regarded as the country’s cultural centre, the city provides the ideal backdrop for an event of this kind with its blend of neoclassical architecture, historic palaces and contemporary art scene. As a result, the fair has evolved not only into a commercial marketplace but also into a cultural meeting point where historical values, art history and modern living culture converge.
Highlights of the fair include exclusive collectors’ items, rare antiques with documented provenance and high-quality restoration work. Special presentations by selected galleries and private collections also feature prominently on a regular basis. The event is especially valued for its refined atmosphere and the direct exchange between experts, collectors and art enthusiasts.
The Romexpo Exhibition Center is one of Romania’s most modern exhibition venues and, thanks to its central location in northern Bucharest, offers ideal conditions for international events. The venue benefits from modern infrastructure, numerous nearby hotels and convenient access to Henri Coandă International Airport as well as the city’s public transport network. This makes the Antique Market easily accessible for both domestic and international visitors, reinforcing its position as one of Eastern Europe’s leading antiques fairs.
The Antique market takes place twice a year, and therefore for the 28th time previsibly in December 2026 in Bucharest.