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House of Artisans Design Competition celebrates Emirati craft reimagined

Arts & Culture

House of Artisans Design Competition: Emirati craft reimagined

House of Artisans names winners of its design competition, honouring contemporary work rooted in Emirati weaving, ceramics and heritage craft traditions.

12 November 2026

Jewellery & Watch Show Abu Dhabi 33rd edition opens with over 100 brands

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Jewellery & Watch Show Abu Dhabi returns with 100 brands and new design awards

Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak opens the 33rd Jewellery & Watch Show at ADNEC, where over 100 brands showcase collections from 12 countries. The Ebda'a Awards recognise emerging designers.

12 November 2026

Fifty Nine Entries Compete for Light Middle East Awards as Industry Celebrates Design Innovation

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Light Middle East Awards shortlist reveals 59 entries celebrating design innovation

Fifty nine entries compete for Light Middle East Awards 13th edition, with new categories recognising digital innovation and design collaboration.

12 November 2026

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A Vision Honoured: Abu Dhabi’s Cultural Leadership Celebrated in New York

The Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation honoured Abu Dhabi's cultural leadership at its 2026 New York gala, celebrating the emirate's commitment to art as a force for dialogue and…

12 November 2026

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A Bridge Across Centuries: Sharjah Unveils the Intertwined Story of Chinese and Islamic Worlds

Sharjah opens a landmark exhibition revealing thirteen centuries of cultural exchange between China and the Islamic world through 124 artefacts from two continents.

11 November 2026

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A Day Immersed in Colour and Light

Manarat Al Saadiyat invites artists of all levels to paint en plein air at Al Ain Oasis under the guidance of artist Matt Ryder.

11 November 2026

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Heart of the Community Returns to Qasr Al Hosn

The fifth edition of Heart of the Community celebrates the Year of Family with a month of multigenerational experiences at Abu Dhabi's historic fortress.

11 November 2026

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Poetry and Song Converge at Al Ain Book Festival

A celebration of Emirati verse and musical tradition comes to life through Poetry Evenings, honouring the region's most evocative voices.

11 November 2026

Arts & Culture

Hans Zimmer: The Next Level comes to Etihad Arena

The visionary film composer brings his immersive concert experience to Abu Dhabi, presented by Abu Dhabi Festival.

11 November 2026

Arts & Culture

The Art of Henna: Tradition and Beauty at the Heart of Abu Dhabi

House of Artisans presents an exploration of henna artistry and its place within Emirati cultural heritage at Al Hosn.

11 November 2026

ABU DHABI NEWS

House of Artisans Design Competition: Emirati craft reimagined

Jewellery & Watch Show Abu Dhabi returns with 100 brands and new design awards

Light Middle East Awards shortlist reveals 59 entries celebrating design innovation

A Vision Honoured: Abu Dhabi’s Cultural Leadership Celebrated in New York

A Bridge Across Centuries: Sharjah Unveils the Intertwined Story of Chinese and Islamic Worlds

A Day Immersed in Colour and Light

Heart of the Community Returns to Qasr Al Hosn

Poetry and Song Converge at Al Ain Book Festival

Hans Zimmer: The Next Level comes to Etihad Arena

The Art of Henna: Tradition and Beauty at the Heart of Abu Dhabi

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