Art Dubai might be running late, but it’s back on the calendar bigger and better than ever
Year after year, Art Dubai usually kicks off the city’s art season – but this time, it’s been pushed back by a couple of weeks due to regional tensions. However, if there’s one thing about Dubai and art, it’s that the scene never slows down – it simply comes back stronger.
And art lovers, the countdown is officially on. The popular art festival returns to Madinat Jumeirah from May 15 to 17.
Held under the patronage of HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the festival continues to cement Dubai’s position as a leading global hub for culture, the arts, and the creative economy. And yes, it’s still free to attend.
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Bawwaba – Iris Projects | Photo credit: Spark Media
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Digital | Photo credit: Art Dubai
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Installation | Photo credit: Getty Images
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A Song, A Story sculpture. Presented by Leila Heller Gallery
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Presented by Efie Gallery
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Display by Mario Mauroner | Photo credit: Getty Images
What makes this edition even more special is how it reflects the fair’s 20-year journey – blending its history with the present moment.
In a refreshed format, the festival will spotlight the key galleries and institutions shaping the region’s art scene, with more than 75 presentations on show. This edition also reflects the enduring spirit of the UAE’s cultural landscape, highlighting collaboration between galleries, artists and institutions at a time when coming together feels more important than ever.
Benedetta Ghione, Executive Director, Art Dubai Group, said, “Current circumstances mean that this may not be what we had planned to mark our 20th edition, but the galleries and wider programmes represent what makes Art Dubai both unique and special.”
During the festival, galleries from nearly 20 countries will come together, spanning contemporary, modern and digital practices – so there’s something for everyone. Expect everything from large-scale installations and talks to performances, screenings and more informal moments of gathering, all coming together in an experience that feels open and connected.
Importantly, the fair brings together both emerging and established artists, alongside significant historical presentations.
If you’re plugged into the UAE’s art scene, you’ll recognise leading cultural names including Barjeel Art Foundation, Sharjah Art Foundation, Alserkal Avenue, Jameel Art Centre (Art Jameel) and the National Pavilion UAE.
If you want to plan your visit, the full list of participants is available here
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