Arts & Culture

Al Dhaid Date Festival Returns for Sixth Edition with Four Days of Celebration

Al Dhaid Date Festival returns for its sixth edition this week, celebrating local date production through auctions, workshops and cultural performances spanning…

Sheikh Dr Sultan Al Qasimi Opens 12th Sharjah Calligraphy Biennale

Sheikh Dr Sultan Al Qasimi inaugurates the 12th Sharjah Calligraphy Biennale, honouring international artists and recognising distinguished practitioners in this celebrated art…

Sharjah’s Ruler Secures Funding for 20th UAE Children’s Theatre Festival

His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi approves AED950,000 for the 20th UAE Children's Theatre Festival, reinforcing Sharjah's dedication to…

Sharjah International Film Festival for Children and Youth Unveils 13th Edition Dates, Celebrates Italy as Country of Honour

SIFF 2026 celebrates its 13th edition from 25th October to 1st November, honouring Italy's cinematic legacy whilst championing young voices through international…

Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre marks milestone at Frankfurt Book Fair with landmark translation partnerships

The Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre announces 14 new translation partnerships at Frankfurt Book Fair, expanding Arab literature across seven languages to…

Dubai Culture launches pioneering Global Fellowship to cultivate next generation of cultural leaders

Dubai Culture and the World Cities Culture Forum announce Global Fellowship cohort of 20 mid-career professionals selected to develop cultural policy and…

TRENDS Research & Advisory to Showcase 550 Publications at Frankfurt Book Fair 2026

TRENDS Research & Advisory returns to Frankfurt Book Fair with over 550 publications spanning political strategy, AI, cybersecurity and sustainability research.

Guggenheim Abu Dhabi unveils Frank Gehry’s visionary design ahead of December opening

Frank Gehry's Guggenheim Abu Dhabi emerges as a site-specific museum shaped by the emirate's landscape and cultural vision, opening December 11.

Sharjah Calligraphy Forum Opens with 681 Artworks and 93 Events

The prestigious Sharjah Calligraphy Forum presents 681 artworks by 272 international artists, alongside 93 events celebrating Arabic calligraphy across multiple cultural venues.

Louvre Abu Dhabi unveils prestigious jury and six shortlisted artists for Art Here 2026

Louvre Abu Dhabi and Richard Mille announce six shortlisted artists and an international jury for Art Here 2026, expanding the celebrated contemporary…