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WHERE: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
WHEN: from 19th to 23rd November 2025
It reaches the XVI edition, the most important cultural event in the entire Middle East: Abu Dhabi Art.
It is an extraordinary Fair of modern and contemporary art, which will see the participation of the most fashionable art galleries, and the symbolic places of art of the city.
An extraordinary encounter between past and future, for an absolutely unforgettable experience.
Abu Dhabi Art, is the perfect mix of History, Culture and Adventure, on the crystal-clear Persian Gulf, near Manarat Al Saadiyat. An event of great international appeal, and of enormous cultural and artistic prestige for the whole city.
Works by international artists and emerging talents will be exhibited, divided into different sections, including Modern & Contemporary and Bidaya.
PRACTICAL INFO
HOW TO GET
Location of the event will be Manarat Al Saadiyat, high-tech center for interactive displays of local culture, international exhibitions and theater.
located in DISTRICT CULTURAL, near UAE Pavillion and the St. Regis Saadiyat Resort, is easily accessible by bus.
TIMETABLES AND TICKETS 2025
Abu Dhabi Art 2024 takes place over five days, from 19th to 23rd November, from 14:00 to 21:00.
Admission to the event is FREE, but a pass must be booked to access the Fair. The pass, valid for the entire duration of the event, can be booked directly online through the official Abu Dhabi Art platform. Reservations are strongly recommended.
WHAT TO DO IN ABU DHABI ART 2025
During the Fair, collectors, artists, art dealers and art lovers will be able to meet and exchange information. There will also be the possibility of buying or exchanging paintings and works of art.
As per tradition, there will be activities, workshops and art areas for children.
In addition to the galleries and exhibitions, do not miss some interesting virtual shows, set up in the center, or in the city.
Each year the event partners with an artist to create a visual campaign. At the 2024 edition it will be the turn of Shaikha Al Mazrou, who will be represented by Dubai gallery, Lawrie Shabibi.
There will also be competitions open to all students, in the field of art and innovation, linked to the event. And, again, tours and workshops for children.
“Beyond Emerging Artists” is a special initiative to promote the works of three emerging artists. This year’s edition will be curated by internationally renowned artist Issam Kourbaj. Alla Abdunabi, Salmah Almansoori, and Maktoum Marwan Al Maktoum are the three emerging artists who will exhibit their works from the fair’s opening until the following months.
*All that is contained herein is for purely indicative purposes only and should not be considered official. Appointments may be subject to change. Therefore, we invite you to consult the official website for all updates. All trademarks and names contained herein belong to their respective owners.
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