The Terrence Higgins Auction 2026 returns on Wednesday 25 March, welcoming more than 250 distinguished guests for an evening in support of the UK’s leading HIV charity. Hosted at Christie’s London, the annual event remains one of the capital’s most established and prestigious fundraising occasions.
Bringing together leading figures from the worlds of art, fashion, and philanthropy, the auction continues its long-standing tradition of pairing cultural influence with meaningful impact. Since 2000, the event has raised over £6 million in support of Terrence Higgins Trust and its vital work.
Supporting the UK’s Leading HIV Charity
For more than 40 years, Terrence Higgins Trust has been at the forefront of the fight against HIV, supporting over 100,000 people annually across the UK. Terrence Higgins Trust is the country’s leading HIV charity. Their mission is to end new cases of HIV, support people living with HIV, and fight HIV stigma. Funds raised during the Terrence Higgins Auction 2026 will directly contribute to these national efforts.
What to expect in 2026
The live auction features a range of luxury items, unique experiences and significant works of art, alongside drinks and entertainment at Christie’s London. All lots can be viewed and bid on The Auction Collective website, opening the event to collectors across the globe.
Image courtesy of Alison Jackson
Photographer and satirical provocateur Alison Jackson has built a career on blurring the line between reality and celebrity myth. Few works capture this better than ‘The Finger ‘, where Alison deploys her signature look-alike aesthetic to puncture the reverence surrounding Princess Diana, replacing sainthood with cheeky defiance. unsettling, and incisive all at once.
Image courtesy of Raqib Shaw
This year’s headline lot is a remarkable work by internationally acclaimed artist Raqib Shaw. Born in Kolkata and based in London since 1998, Shaw rose to prominence after his breakthrough 2004 solo exhibition Garden of Earthly Delights at Victoria Miro Gallery. His work has since been exhibited at major institutions, including Tate Britain and the Metropolitan Museum of Art, placing him firmly among the most distinctive voices in contemporary art. The work exemplifies the fantastical visual language that has made Shaw one of the most celebrated contemporary artists of his generation.
Alongside this work, the auction features more than 70 extraordinary lots, including contributions from leading artists and iconic international luxury venues. Other standout artworks include a soft-ground etching by Howard Hodgkin, one of Britain’s most beloved painters and printmakers, and a recent mixed-media wall sculpture by Natalia Kapchuk from her celebrated series, The Lost Planet.
The Auction Grand Raffle
Alongside the live auction, The Auction Grand Raffle will feature an array of high-value prizes generously donated by companies and individuals, including a stay at the Presidential Suite in Las Alamandas Mexico donated by Isabel Goldsmith and a two-night stay in St Regis Florence, with the chance to get an exclusive tour of the Ferragamo Museum by a member of the Ferragamo family.
Bidding
Registration for online bidding will open on The Auction Collective in late February.
Art has an extraordinary ability to open minds and inspire action. We are thrilled to present such an exceptional lineup this year, led by the magnificent contribution from Raqib Shaw. The commitment shown by artists and supporters reflects the passion behind our mission, and we cannot wait to see the impact this year’s auction will have.
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