The Goldsmiths' Fair 2008. So successful is this fair for the best of the UK's designer-makers of jewellery and silverware, that no fewer than 160 will be showing their work this year. Here visitors can not only see their work in unique array but, more to the point, talk face to face with the makers, young and old. True as always to its tradition of active patronage, the Goldsmiths' Company has given bursaries (and a free stand) to a dozen new graduates. Goldsmiths' Hall, Foster Lane, London EC2V 6BN. Tel. +44 (0) 7606 7010. First week: 22 - 28 September. Second week: 30 September - 5 October. www.thegoldsmiths.co.uk
The Decorative Antiques and Textiles Fair. More than 140 exhibitors testify to the interest created by this triennial event where visitors, trade and private, compete for its unique range of antique and 20th century objects. A selling exhibition: Model Living comprises architectural models, miniature furniture, apprentice pieces, patents, ships and toys. The Marquee, Battersea Park, London SW11. Tel. +44 (0)20 7624 5173. 30 September - 5 October. www.decorativefair.com
Art London. Tenth anniversary fair with 80 galleries from 5 continents showing contemporary and 20th century art. Royal Hospital, Chelsea, London SW3. 2 - 6 October.
The International Art + Design Fair, 1900 - 2008. Exhibiting dealers hail from the United States, Europe and this year also from the Middle East. Loan exhibition on Knoll Textiles. Organized by Haughton International Fairs. The Park Avenue Armory, Park Avenue at 67th Street, New York. Tel. +01 212 642 8572. 3 - 8 October.
HK Art & Antiques. More than 70 major galleries from Asia, America and Europe including the UK, will be showing their wares in two wisely separated sections, one devoted to contemporary art and the other to antiques. Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. Tel. 852 3107 0681. 4 - 7 October.
Origin. The London Craft Fair, with more than 300 of the best of the UK's craft makers offering examples of their work for sale and commission in a temporary courtyard pavilion. Organized by the Crafts Council. Somerset House, Strand, London WC2. Tel. +44 (0)20 7278 7700. Week one: 7 - 12 October. Week two: 14 - 19 October.
Frieze Art Fair. Sponsored by Deutsche Bank, this is the sixth annual edition of one of the most important international fairs devoted to contemporary art. New work by more than 1000 artists will be shown by more than 150 art galleries from 27 countries. Caruso St John are the architects for this year's fair; and the winner of the Cartier Award is the Barcelona-based Cuban artist Prieto who will create Pond a site-specific installation. Many another display, including a sculpture garden, plus associated events and commissions help create this fair's unique atmosphere. Regent's Park, London. Tel. +44 (0)20 7833 7270. 16 - 19 October. www.friezeartfair.com
The International Fine art and Antique Dealers Show. Uniquely prestigious US fair attracting some of the world's best dealers from Europe and the United States, all their exhibits without exception, being subject to the strictest vetting. Organized by Anna and Brian Haughton. The Park Avenue Armory, Park Avenue at 67th Street, New York. Tel. +01 212 642 8572. 17 - 23 October.
Winter Fine Art & Antiques Fair. Olympia, London. 10 - 16 November.
Cologne Fine Art & Antiques Fair. Exclusively devoted to works from antiquity to the late 20th century. Koelnmesse, Cologne, Germany. 19 - 23 November.