Email vip@lagos-biennial.org for registration
The Lagos Biennial invites an international group of collectors, museum professionals, patrons and special guests to experience the fifth edition of the Biennial through an exclusive programme of previews, private tours, cultural encounters and special events across Lagos.
The International VIP Programme offers privileged access to Lagos Biennial 2026 – The Museum of Things Unseen, alongside a curated journey through the Biennial’s history and the cultural landscape of Lagos.
Key dates
8 November | Behind-the-Scenes Preview
Exclusive access to the Lagos Biennial during its installation and final stages of preparation, offering guests a rare opportunity to encounter artists, curators and works as the exhibition takes shape.
13 November | Lagos Biennial Pre-Opening Cocktail
An intimate evening reception bringing together participating artists, curators, collectors, museum directors, patrons, partners and invited guests ahead of the public opening.
14 November | Lagos Biennial 2026 Opening Day
VIP access spaces (Bar and Lounge) at the fifth edition of the Lagos Biennial at Eko Atlantic.
15 November | Royal Air Maroc × Lagos Biennial Opening Gala Dinner
The official Lagos Biennial Gala Dinner for artists, collectors, institutional leaders, partners and special guests.
14–17 November | Lagos Biennial Public Programme
Priority access to a programme of artist and curator talks, conversations, performances, screenings and special events.
8–17 November | Private Dinners
14–17 November | Lagos Biennial Public Programme
Exclusive VIP Experiences
Private Curatorial Tour
A dedicated tour of The Museum of Things Unseen led by the Lagos Biennial curatorial team.
Lagos Biennial Heritage Tour
A specially curated journey through three landmark venues that have shaped the history of the Lagos Biennial:
Nigerian Railway Compound — Lagos Biennial 2017
Independence House, Lagos — Lagos Biennial 2019
Tafawa Balewa Square — Lagos Biennial 2024
The tour traces the Biennial’s relationship with Lagos, architecture, memory and the transformation of historically significant spaces through contemporary art.
Exclusive VIP Experiences
International VIP Programme guests receive:
- Nigerian visa application assistance and supporting documentation
- Complimentary airport pickup and drop-off
- Complimentary local transportation for official VIP Programme activities
- Assistance with international flight bookings
- Assistance with hotel reservations
- Preferential rates and discount codes at selected partner hotels
- Dedicated VIP liaison throughout the programme
- Security escorts for local commutes
- Priority access to selected Lagos Biennial events and experiences
