Zurich Art Weekend

The 8th edition of Zurich Art Weekend runs from Friday, the 13th of June, through Sunday, the 15th of the month. 

It's a free celebration offering events like guided tours with curators, late-night gallery openings, panel discussions, DJ sets, and book launches.

There are over 70 exhibitions and at least 150 events. Nearly two hundred established and emerging artists are represented. 

One of the most noteworthy exhibits is being held at Galerie Gmurzynska, and continues through the end of September. It features Andy Warhol's collaboration with his assistant/painter Ronnie Cutrone, known for his cartoon characters. The poster depicts Warhol's Brillo box and soup can along with Cutrone's Felix the Cat.

Also on view are Warhol's photos of personalities such as Mick Jagger, Grace Jones, Candy Darling, and Lou Reed. 

Learn more about what's in store this weekend at

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