Karachi Biennale Trust

Karachi Biennale Trust KBT aims at creating a ‘Public Art Presence’ through a city-wide art event & educational programs.

3rd KARACHI BIENNALE
Oct 31 to Nov 13, 2022

Theme: Collective Imagination: Now and the Next An integration of art and technology

Venues: 9 the cultural and heritage sites across the city

Activities: International art exhibitions, talks by artists, discursive sessions, art workshops in schools, training and professional development for artists and art professionals, guided tours of art exhibits, health and wellness workshops. A project of the Karachi Biennale Trust

The Karachi Biennale aims to create a platform for public engagement with the arts. A fast growing arts scene has flourished within the white cube spaces of galleries that dot the city. Our goal is to bring visual art into public spaces, to invite dialogue and reflection on critical themes. During the 1st Biennale in 2017, local and international artists explored the city's history as a "Witness" and during the 2nd Biennale in 2019, they explored the theme of "Ecology" and environmental preservation. Pakistan has begun to feature prominently on the global map with many points of creative interest that have arisen with the international achievements of its artists. The 3rd biennale will create opportunities for international and local artists to collectively explore digital tools and mediums to extend the boundaries of art.

KB27 EBM Emerging Artist Prize: Deadline Extended!We've extended the deadline to September 27, 2026 (11:59 PM PKT).Pakis...
17/09/2026

KB27 EBM Emerging Artist Prize: Deadline Extended!

We've extended the deadline to September 27, 2026 (11:59 PM PKT).

Pakistani artists aged 35 and under are invited to submit proposals for a new site-responsive artwork for KB27 under the sub-theme Sediments: Realizing Futures.

The selected artist will receive a commission from KBT to realize their work, along with a bespoke trophy presented at the KB27 inaugural ceremony.

GRADUATES HIGHLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

Karachi Biennale is one of Pakistan's largest contemporary art exhibitions—free and open to the public, featuring international artists alongside our own.

Swipe through for proposal requirements, eligibility, and submission details.

Submit all materials (proposal, portfolio and contact details) via email to: [email protected]

Full brief available via link in bio.

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KB27 - Fifth Karachi Biennale 2027
16th – 31st January 2027
Curated by Noor Ahmed

[Karachi Biennale 2027, Artist, KBT, curatorial practice, contemporary art, biennale, global art, cultural exchange, art ecologies, Global South, Karachi art]

We’re coming to DAACHI Festival! 🎉Join us on September 12–13 at Hall No. 6, Expo Center for a weekend of art, community,...
08/09/2026

We’re coming to DAACHI Festival! 🎉

Join us on September 12–13 at Hall No. 6, Expo Center for a weekend of art, community, and celebration.

We’ll be bringing:

⭐️ Our 10-year legacy merch
⭐️ A fun Karachi trivia game—test your city knowledge and win a prize!
⭐️ Some very special publications

Come say hi, play a game, and take home a piece of KBT history.

See you there!

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KB27 - Fifth Karachi Biennale 2027
16th – 31st January 2027
Curated by Noor Ahmed

We’re now on WhatsApp! 🎉Stay connected with us for real-time updates on programming, open calls, artist announcements, a...
04/09/2026

We’re now on WhatsApp! 🎉

Stay connected with us for real-time updates on programming, open calls, artist announcements, and everything happening at KB27—straight to your phone.

Join our WhatsApp channel using the link below, scan the QR code above, or find the link in our bio.

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KB27 - Fifth Karachi Biennale 2027
16th – 31st January 2027
Curated by Noor Ahmed

[Karachi Biennale 2027, KBT, curatorial practice, contemporary art, biennale, global art, cultural exchange, art ecologies, Global South, Karachi art]

🔔Final reminder: 1 day left until submission for KBAD profile updates and submissions of new profile closes. Last date t...
04/09/2026

🔔Final reminder: 1 day left until submission for KBAD profile updates and submissions of new profile closes.
Last date to submit your profiles: September 5, 2026.

If you’re an artist, curator, writer, photographer, researcher, documentary filmmaker, or represent an institution, gallery, museum, library, publication, or art platform, you now have additional time to submit or update your profile.

Submit via email:

Update existing profile: KBAD - Update

New submission: KBAD - SUBMISSION - (CATEGORY)

For queries: [email protected]

Save the Date:
KB27 - Fifth Karachi Biennale 2027
16th – 31st January 2027
Curated by Noor Ahmed

[Karachi Biennale 2027, KBT, curatorial practice, contemporary art, biennale, global art, cultural exchange, art ecologies, Global South, Karachi art]

Reminder: KB27 EBM Emerging Artist Prize open call closes September 20—just 3 weeks left!Pakistani artists aged 35 and u...
03/09/2026

Reminder: KB27 EBM Emerging Artist Prize open call closes September 20—just 3 weeks left!

Pakistani artists aged 35 and under—this is your chance to create a commissioned artwork for KB27 under the sub-theme Sediments: Realizing Futures.

Selected artist will be part of the biennale and receive a commission from KBT to realize their proposed work.

Don’t miss out—submit your proposal by September 20, 2026.

Full brief available via link in bio.

Save the Date:
KB27 - Fifth Karachi Biennale 2027
16th – 31st January 2027
Curated by Noor Ahmed

[Karachi Biennale 2027, KBT, curatorial practice, contemporary art, biennale, global art, cultural exchange, art ecologies, Global South, Karachi art]

02/09/2026
Over the years, JS Bank has been a steadfast partner in KBT’s journey—supporting multiple editions of the Karachi Bienna...
01/09/2026

Over the years, JS Bank has been a steadfast partner in KBT’s journey—supporting multiple editions of the Karachi Biennale and championing contemporary art in Pakistan.

Image 1: KB17 | Mahvash Siddiqui presenting the Mahvash and Jahangir Siddiqui Foundation Juried Art Prize to Ali Kazim.

Image 2 & 3: KB17 | Catalog spreads—the inaugural biennale for which JS Bank was our Lead Partner.

Image 4 & 5: KB19 | Mahvash and Jahangir Siddiqui Foundation Juried Art Prize awarded to Rashid Rana.

Image 6: KB22 | Closing ceremony—JS Bank joined us as Gold Partner.

Image 7 & 8: KB24 | Discursive sessions—JS Bank continued their support as Bronze Partner.

Through each edition, their commitment to the arts has helped us connect art, the city, and its people.

We’re grateful to welcome them back as Bronze Partner for KB27.

Save the Date:
KB27 - Fifth Karachi Biennale 2027
16th – 31st January 2027
Curated by Noor Ahmed

[Karachi Biennale 2027, KBT, curatorial practice, contemporary art, biennale, global art, cultural exchange, art ecologies, Global South, Karachi art]

We are pleased to welcome JS Bank once again as a Bronze Partner for KB27.JS Bank's continued commitment to the arts has...
28/08/2026

We are pleased to welcome JS Bank once again as a Bronze Partner for KB27.

JS Bank's continued commitment to the arts has been invaluable to the Karachi Biennale Trust, helping us connect art, the city, and its people.

JS Bank's partnership with KBT spans multiple editions—they were our Lead Partner for KB17, supported the Mahvash and Jahangir Siddiqui Foundation Juried Art Prize at KB19, were our Gold Partner for KB22, and our Bronze Partner for KB24.

We look forward to this continued partnership as we prepare for KB27 in January 2027.

Save the Date:
KB27 - Fifth Karachi Biennale 2027
16th – 31st January 2027
Curated by Noor Ahmed

[Karachi Biennale 2027, KBT, curatorial practice, contemporary art, biennale, global art, cultural exchange, art ecologies, Global South, Karachi art]

Another glimpse into a decade of Karachi Biennale! 🌟We continue our journey through the locations in the city that have ...
27/08/2026

Another glimpse into a decade of Karachi Biennale! 🌟

We continue our journey through the locations in the city that have shaped us over the past ten years. Each coaster in this Legacy Set, created in collaboration with Keepsakes Pakistan Keepsakes Pakistan , holds a memory of a place that welcomed artists, conversations, and ideas from across the world.

Take a closer look. Can you identify where these images were captured? Share your guesses with us.

This is a limited edition release. For orders and inquiries, please DM us.

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KB27 - Fifth Karachi Biennale 2027
16th – 31st January 2027
Curated by Noor Ahmed

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