Tracey Emin's A Second Life - Now Open at Tate Modern

The largest ever exhibition by legendary British artist Dame Tracey Emin has opened at Tate Modern – and everybody is talking about it!

Tracey Emin's A Second Life, a summer must-see at Tate Modern |Photo: Liam Mann

Dame Tracey Emin is one of the most important artists of her generation. She was catapulted into the public eye in the 1990s with iconic works like My Bed, which sparked fierce debate when nominated for the Turner Prize in 1999. Emin’s art came to define a historic moment in British culture.

A Second Life Exhibition

Her exhibition this summer at Tate Modern is named A Second Life and marks the most significant show of Emin’s career. It brings together more than 100 works including painting, video, textile, neon and sculptures.

Tracey Emin, I never Asked to Fall in Love - You made me Feel like This 2018 © Tracey Emin. All rights reserved, DACS 2026. 

Dame Tracey Emin says: “I’m very excited about having a show at Tate Modern. For me it's one of the greatest international contemporary art museums in the world and it’s here in London. I feel this show, titled A Second Life, will be a benchmark for me. A moment in my life when I look back and go forward. A true celebration of living.”

Essential Information

• A Second Life is open to 31 August 2026.

• Booking is essential at www.tate.org.uk.

• Admission: £20 (age 12-18 is £5).

• Open daily, 10am to 6pm.

• Late opening hours have returned on Fridays and Saturdays, when the gallery is open until 9pm.

Make a Cultural Day of it Down by the River Thames

A visit to Tate Modern takes you to the heart of London’s buzzing cultural scene.

Entrance to our riverside museum is free and you’ll find works of art from artists around the world including Pablo Picasso, Yayoi Kusama and Henri Matisse.

Tate Modern sits beside a number of London icons on the River Thames, making it a great sight-seeing destination

Tate Modern offers a number of food and drink options, from its riverside deli cafe to à la carte dining with unbeatable views of the London skyline.  

St Paul’s Cathedral, the Millennium Bridge, the Southbank Centre, Borough Market and Shakespeare’s Globe are all are within sight and walking distance of the museum, making Tate Modern a daytrip destination.

Insider Tips

• 16-25 year olds can see exhibitions including Tracey Emin for only £5 and sign-up is free! Details including how to join can be found on Tate's website.

• On the last Friday of every month, Tate Modern Lates take over the galleries, offering a special programme of artist talks, creative workshops, film screenings, live music and DJ sets. If you’re looking for a cool after-hours destination, this is it.

• Frida Kahlo is coming to Tate Modern in one of the most hotly-tipped exhibitions of the year! Frida: The Making of an Icon opens on 25 June 2026 and runs to 3 January 2027. Tickets are already selling fast and can be booked here.

• Lockers are available to rent on Level 0. Card only. Dimensions and prices are:

  • Standard - £4 (36cm x 30cm x 43cm)

  • Large- £6 (44cm x 36cm x 42cm)

  • Jumbo - £8 (58cm x 44cm x 66cm)

Tate Modern looks forward to welcoming you this summer!