Sony World Photography Awards Exhibition 2026

The Sony World Photography Awards 2026 exhibition returns to Somerset House from 17 April – 4 May.

Early Bird tickets on sale later this month

Dates	17 Apr–4 May 2026
Space	East & West Wings

Discover the best photographs from the past year, immerse yourself in a dedicated display of Joel Meyerowitz’s work and be part of photography’s unmissable annual moment. There will also be a public talk with Joel Meyerowitz on 21 April 2026.

Somebody visiting Sony World Photography exhibition

Sony World Photography Awards installatiion view of the exhibition

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