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Oct. 05

Frieze London Returns

More than 160 world-leading galleries take part in this contemporary art fair held in the vast, centrally located Regent’s Park. Until 8 October.

Oct. 05

Rio de Janierio International Film Festival Opens

The festival begins early in October this year, showcasing short films up to 30 minutes long at the Curta Cinema. The winner of the national and international categories will be able to compete for a prestigious Oscar nomination. Until 15 October.

Oct. 05

The World's 50 Best Bars 2017 Announced

The most anticipated night of the year for the drinks industry takes place with its 9th iteration. The World’s Best Bar award will be presented, as well as several other awards and accolades.

Oct. 07

87th International Alba White Truffle Fair Begins

With the elusive and delicious fungi at its heart, this celebration of all produce, from wine to cheese and other cold cuts, also sees prizes awarded to the hunter with the largest truffle. Until 26 November.

Oct. 08

Final Month of Bill Viola: A Retrospective

A pioneer of video art, Bill Viola’s work has spanned 40 years. This retrospective at the Basque city's Guggenheim unites efforts focusing on wide-ranging topics including spirituality, perception, human existence and transcendence. Ends 9 November.

Oct. 11

New Orleans Film Festival Begins

The festival promises a celebration in true New Orleans fashion offering guests numerous opportunities to connect with those in the film industry including directors and actors, but also distributors, funders, agencies, broadcasters and other organisations.

Oct. 16

Art for Grenfell Auction

A plethora of high-profile talents donated works to raise money for families affected by June’s Grenfell Tower fire in London. Efforts from Tracey Emin, Wolfgang Tillmans and Rachel Whiteread, among many others, are on the list at Sotheby’s.

Oct. 17

Design: Living in a Material World Auction

A Sotheby’s-presented auction – themed around new creative use of materials by principal designers – takes place in London. The lot includes a piece by Marc Newson estimated at £70,000-100,000.

Oct. 21

The Peninsula Tokyo Rally Nippon 2017 Begins

Celebrate Japan's numerous world and cultural heritage sites, and classic cars at this year’s Rally Nippon. Until 24 October.

Oct. 21

Rolex Middle Sea Race Begins

The Royal Malta Yacht Club hosts a mix of mono and multihulls in Valletta’s Grand Harbour for this acclaimed race’s 38th edition.

Oct. 26

Legendary Watches of the 20th Century Auction

Phillips’ inaugural New York auction themed around exceptionally rare and iconic collectors’ watches of the last century. The top lot is the legendary Rolex “Paul Newman” Daytona, owned and worn by the man himself.  

Oct. 28

Tefaf New York Fall 2017 Begins

Back after debuting in the big apple last year, the US edition of the event highlights the work of fine and decorative artists, plus antique jewellery. Expect boundaries to be pushed when the crowd of museum curators, interior designers and collectors gathers. Until 1 November.