⁠PICA Announces the 2026 Time-Based Art Festival

⁠September 9–13, 2026

PICA's celebrated Time-Based Art Festival is back for five days in September! This year's festival brings artists and audiences together for its annual celebration of creative expression that can best be experienced together, in the present moment.

⁠Opening night for TBA:26 begins with a bingo night and live-music fundraiser benefiting the nonprofit organization Elbow Room, followed by a diverse lineup of programming from renowned artists working locally and across the globe. Audiences can experience these programs at venues throughout Portland––including the world premiere of Holland Andrews + yuniya edi kwon's opera How does it feel to look at nothing and the West Coast premiere of Clayton Lee's surprise-filled performance The Goldberg Variations.

Whether you're drawn to irreverent performances, experimental music, film, dance, or interactive experiences, this year's festival offers countless opportunities to dream, spark conversation, and discover new perspectives through the transformative power of Time-Based Art.

Want to make the most of your TBA:26 experience? Read on to learn more about the this year's artist lineup and pass information!

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Get your tickets to Portland’s favorite celebration of contemporary art and experimental performance!

⁠Patron Pass—All Access and VIP
$500 ($250 tax-deductible)
Includes priority admission to all performances, entry to a VIP event, concierge service, and full access to TBA:26 programs. Plus, a donation to PICA in support of TBA.

⁠Full Pass
$250
Includes admission to all performances and full access to TBA:26 exhibitions and programs.

Individual tickets can be purchased directly through each event listing at www.pica.org/tba.