Articles tagged with 'cultural engagement' | GLOBAL

For over two decades, BMW has been a global partner of Art Basel, supporting the shows in Basel, Miami Beach, Hong Kong, Paris and Qatar. On the occasion of this year’s Art Basel in Basel, BMW and A.A.Murakami have partnered up to present the art …

Berlin. Under sunny skies, Berlin’s Bebelplatz was once again transformed into a musical festival venue at the weekend: more than 30,000 visitors attended the 20th edition of “Staatsoper für alle” – the premier open-air event organised by the …

For the first time ever, the entire BMW Art Car Collection will be reunited at home in Munich. Titled “BMW ART CARS – 20 ARTISTS, 50 YEARS OF INNOVATION. REUNITED AT BMW WELT”, the exhibition will present all 20 Art Cars together in one location for …

The BMW Art Car World Tour continues its global journey with two significant new chapters: a historic debut in Romania at RAD Art Fair (23–26 April), marking the first-ever presentation of Alexander Calder's pioneering BMW Art Car #1 (1975) in the …

The Staatsoper Unter den Linden and BMW invite the public to a special Pentecost weekend on 23 and 24 May 2026. This year’s “Staatsoper für alle” marks its 20th edition – two decades of one of Berlin’s largest and most beloved open air classical …

As part of the BMW Art Car World Tour celebrating the 50th anniversary of the famous series, Classic Car House and BMW bring one of the most significant intersections of art and mobility to Denmark. From 27 March to 21 June 2026, Classic Car House …

BMW Group and the London Symphony Orchestra present the fourteenth BMW Classics in London’s iconic Trafalgar Square on Saturday 13 June at 4pm – a free open-air concert by the London Symphony Orchestra, also streamed worldwide on YouTube, Facebook, …

As long-term partner of Art Basel for more than two decades, BMW presents Robert Rauschenberg's BMW 635CSi Art Car of 1986, celebrating the centennial of the artist’s birth. On the occasion, and as part of the BMW Art Car World Tour, Rauschenberg's …

+++ Artist Lara Tabet and curator Yasmine Chemali were selected by the jury to carry out their project “Le corps vitré” (Vitreous body) +++ The winning duo will receive €33,000 in financial support from BMW Group France, including a grant for the …

BMW Group India returns as the presenting partner of the 17th edition of India Art Fair from 5 – 8 February 2026 at the NSIC Exhibition Grounds in New Delhi, marking a decade of the brand’s enduring commitment to cultural engagements in India. India …

BMW has been a global partner of Art Basel for over two decades, supporting visionary artistic voices across its shows. To mark the inaugural edition of Art Basel Qatar, taking place from 3 to 7 February 2026, and as part of the BMW Art Car World …

As part of Julie Mehretu’s ongoing BMW Art Car project, the African Film and Media Arts Collective (AFMAC) was launched in April 2025 by the internationally renowned painter in collaboration with Emmy-nominated film producer Mehret Mandefro and the …

The BMW Art Car World Tour, a celebration of the fusion between art and automotive innovation, marked the 50th anniversary of the BMW Art Car Collection in 2025 with an extraordinary journey across five continents. Featuring over 45 stops in more …

Since its very first edition in 2012, BMW has been an official partner of the Kochi-Muziris Biennale (KMB). For the sixth Kochi-Muziris Biennale, the Kochi Biennale Foundation is curated by Nikhil Chopra with HH Art Spaces featuring 66 artists …

+++ Each year, the BMW ART MAKERS programme supports an artist-curator duo in the creation and installation of an art project +++ The artist and the curator each receive a grant, as well as a budget for research and production of the works that will …

The BMW Art Car World Tour is set to arrive in Milan at the ADI Design Museum, marking a major milestone in the celebration of five decades of artistic innovation. From 4 December 2025 to 8 January 2026, visitors will have the opportunity to …

The African Film and Media Arts Collective (AFMAC) is set to arrive in Marrakech following the successful completion of its first workshops with African filmmakers and visual artists in Lagos, Tangier, and Nairobi. Continuing her BMW Art Car …

The Preis der Nationalgalerie 2026 will be awarded to Italian artist Maurizio Cattelan. The prize honours one of the most influential contemporary artists, who will be represented in Germany for the first time with a solo exhibition. His works, …

Navarran artist Amaya Suberviola has won the 40th Premio BMW de Pintura for her work "ST25061 (Coger una pestaña con los dedos)" (Catching an eyelash with your fingers). In the Digital Art category, the award went to Madrid-based Chino Moya for his …

+++ As official partner of Paris Photo for 23 years, BMW France supports creation with a durable partnership dedicated to contemporary creation and the visual arts +++ Each year, BMW presents a new exhibition designed by a pair of artist-curators …

From October 15 to 19, Frieze London and Frieze Masters will return to London’s Regent’s Park. As one of Frieze’s long-standing global partners since 2004, BMW honours the artistic work of David Hockney as part of the BMW Art Car World Tour and …

The BMW Art Car World Tour arrives in Belgium at the Zoute Grand Prix, celebrating five decades of artistic innovation. Visitors will have the opportunity to admire iconic BMW Art Cars set against the backdrop of the Zoute Grand Prix (8-12 October …

In the heart of the Abruzzo National Park, “Stasis” – the new installation by Velasco Vitali for ARTEPARCO – has been unveiled. The project, which for the past eight years has been transforming nature into an open-air museum, introduces many …

Contemporary Istanbul, Türkiye’s leading international art fair, will celebrate its 20th edition from 24–28 September 2025 at Tersane Istanbul. As part of the BMW Art Car World Tour, the very first BMW Art Car, designed by Alexander Calder, and the …

The BMW Group congratulates the Preis der Nationalgalerie on its 25th anniversary. Since its establishment in 2000, the award has recognised artistic positions that significantly shape contemporary art and has presented them to a wide audience in …

+++ Official Vehicle Partner of FNB Art Joburg +++ Celebrating 50 years of BMW Art Cars: A legacy of design and innovation +++ A journey of artistic freedom and innovation +++

In 2026, Rétromobile, one of the world’s most prestigious automotive shows for the classic car sector, will celebrate its 50th anniversary. So does BMW’s collection of the legendary Art Cars. To mark this milestone, BMW is bringing together all BMW …

+++ Five BMW Art Cars on display at the Goodwood Revival as part of the BMW Art Car World Tour celebrating the collection's 50th anniversary +++ Exhibition to include the 1995 David Hockney BMW 850 CSi +++

BMW is partner of Frieze Seoul 2025: From 3 to 6 September, the art fair will bring 120 galleries from 30 countries to the COEX in the Gangnam district. Two anniversaries of the BMW Group will be celebrated with a multifaceted collaboration with …

For half a century, BMW Art Cars have provided a creative platform for renowned artists from across the globe to express their vision on an automobile. The BMW Art Cars by American artists Andy Warhol and Julie Mehretu will be exhibited at this …