The Art of Banksy for the first time in Utrecht from 2 April 2026 at Royal Jaarbeurs

A world first for Utrecht
The exhibition has been touring the world for over ten years and has previously been on display in cities such as London, Melbourne, Chicago and Toronto. Now Utrecht is set to be the first to host it. Visitors will discover iconic works such as ‘Girl With Balloon’, alongside lesser-known pieces, sketches and personal memorabilia that offer a glimpse into Banksy’s creative process. Michel Boersma, Executive Producer & Curator of *The Art of Banksy*: “Following a successful world tour, I am proud that we are bringing this larger-than-ever collection to the Netherlands for the first time. All the works are authentic and come from private collections. No replicas – just the real deal. Thanks to contributions from Banksy’s confidants and former lovers, we can offer visitors a unique insight into how iconic works and infamous stunts came about.”

New cultural hotspot at Jaarbeurs
The exhibition will take place in the new cultural space on the first floor of the Beatrix Building at Jaarbeurs. This venue has been specially designed for art and photography exhibitions and offers a unique experience for art lovers, cultural tourists, families and students. Marieke Groot, project manager Jaarbeurs: “With *The Art of Banksy*, we are reinforcing our ambition to put Jaarbeurs on the map as a cultural meeting place. It is a unique opportunity to establish Utrecht’s place on the international art scene.”