Zona Maco
art fair in Mexico City
Zona Maco (stylized as ZⓈONAMACO) is an annual international art fair in Mexico City. Founded in 2003 by Zélika García, it is held in February at Centro Citibanamex. “Maco” is an abbreviation of “México Arte Contemporáneo”. It was most recently held February 5-9, 2025.
The fair consists of these events: Zona Maco Arte Contemporáneo showcases contemporary and modern artworks and design; Zona Maco Diseño features furniture, jewelry, textiles, every-day and decorative objects, as well as limited editions and historical pieces; Zona Maco Foto features vintage, modern and contemporary photography and video; and Salón del Anticuario hosts antiquarians.
The fair hosts a program of lectures and activities in museums, galleries and exhibition sites across Mexico City. Zona Maco is the largest Latin American art fair.
History
Zélika García founded Zona Maco Arte Contemporáneo in 2003, Salón del Anticuario in 2014 and Zona Maco Foto in 2015. García currently serves as Director, while Direlia Lazo serves as Artistic Director.
Zona Maco México Arte Contemporáneo Contemporary Art Mexico was held 2009 - 2016 at Centro Banamex, Mexico City.
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