Premium Connection: Dive into the Art Basel Premium Experience
Immerse yourself in the world of contemporary art with Premium Connection, offering unparalleled access to Basel's vibrant cultural scene during Art Basel 2025.
Elevated Show Access
• Exclusive entry to the Vernissage on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, from 4pm to 8pm, with continued access to the Unlimited sector from June 19–22, including VIP hours starting Thursday, June 19
• Complimentary Ruinart champagne on Vernissage Day to enhance your experience
• Priority access through a dedicated fast-entry lane
Hospitality Benefits
• Quintessentially Concierge services available from June 19–22, ensuring a seamless experience
• Complimentary public transportation within Basel area (TNW) during the show
• A curated, exclusive Art Basel gift as a token of our appreciation
Art Basel Events
• Specially curated agenda for Premium Connection - see below for details
• In addition to the exclusive itinerary, you'll find an overview of must-see events here
Personal VIP Contact
• For your VIP needs, please visit our exclusive Premium Desk located in Hall 5. Our dedicated team will be on hand to assist with any questions you may have. You can also collect your event invitation and special Art Basel gift there.
• For any further inquiries, please contact us at premiumpass@artbasel.com
Curated Art Basel Connection Experience
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Vitra Summer Party
7pm - 12 midnight
Join the 2025 edition of the Vitra Campus Summer Party in Weil am Rhein as Vitra celebrates new installations and exhibitions. All campus venues will be open to the guests until midnight.
The Vitra Campus will be accessible through the North entrance only. A shuttlebus service from the Art Basel fair will operate between 6.30pm and 9.30pm (6 km). Guests can also visit the nearby Fotostudio Frei (Herzog & de Meuron, 1981) and its current exhibition Malerei by Pierre Haubensak.
Please note: a physical invitation is required for entry. It will be included in your Art Basel gift, which can be collected at the Premium Desk in Hall 5.
Thursday, June 19, 2025
Kunstmuseum Basel Breakfast
9am - 11am
We are delighted to invite you to the Breakfast at Kunstmuseum Basel, home to one of Europe’s oldest and finest art collections, experienced in quiet morning elegance.
Please note: a physical invitation is required for entry. It will be included in your Art Basel gift, which can be collected at the Premium Desk in Hall 5.
Friday, June 20, 2025
Art Basel Awards Summit
Between 11:30am and 6:30pm
Be part of the first Art Basel Awards Summit convening the most influential voices in the global art world.
Hear from artists Cecilia Vicuña, Ibrahim Mahama, design duo Formafantasma and many more leading voices shaping culture today.
The Art Basel Awards Summit takes place in the Auditorium in Hall 1 and is freely accessible to the public.
See here the time slots and full For the full program
Curated Walk-through | Art Basel in Basel
4pm – 5pm
Explore highlights from Art Basel with a private guided walk-through led by Art Expert Amanda Love and Juliana Chan.
Formerly an arts lawyer, Amanda has built a large contemporary art collection and pioneered private, corporate, and public art initiatives. The principal of LoveArt Advisory for over 20 years, she is a board member of many arts organizations and played a role in founding a number of museum benefaction groups.
Juliana brings passion and a deep appreciation for art to her role. She holds an MSc in Art History and has worked in both the commercial and non-profit sectors of the art industry, gaining experience in various aspects of the field. As the Senior Manager of VIP Relations for Asia, Juliana oversees various initiatives for the Art Basel shows.
Please note: the meeting point for the Walk-through is at the Premium Desk in Hall 5, at 3:45pm.
Saturday, June 21, 2025
Artist Studio Private Visit | Silvia Bächli & Eric Hatten
3:15pm - 4:30pm
Explore the studios of Silvia Bächli and Eric Hattan in Basel. Bächli's delicate drawings on paper capture fleeting moments with minimalist precision, while Hattan's conceptual sculptures and video installations reimagine everyday objects and spaces. This visit offers insight into their individual practices and shared artistic dialogues.
Please note: the meeting point for the Artist Studio Visit with Silvia Bächli and Eric Hattan is at the Premium Desk in Hall 5, at 3pm.
Sunday, June 22, 2025
Museum Tinguely Breakfast
9am - 11am
Join us for the farewell breakfast at the Tinguely Museum, a museum dedicated to kinetic art, where movement and invention animate the final moments of the Art Basel week.
Please note: a physical invitation is required for entry. It will be included in your Art Basel gift, which can be collected at the Premium Desk in Hall 5.
