Art - What's On https://whatson.ae/section/culture/art/ Things to do in Dubai & the UAE Sat, 16 May 2026 12:52:27 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.2 Dubai unveils plans for a dazzling new Museum of Digital Art https://whatson.ae/2026/05/dubai-unveils-plans-for-a-dazzling-new-museum-of-digital-art/ Sat, 16 May 2026 12:51:49 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=388615 MODA will be a landmark feature of the new DIFC Zabeel District Dubai’s arts and culture section is getting an exciting new addition: a Museum of Digital Art (MODA). Unveiled by HH Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, the Museum of Digital Art is set […]

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]]> Art Dubai returns this weekend with a special edition (and it was worth the wait) https://whatson.ae/2026/05/art-dubai-is-back-with-a-special-edition-thats-worth-the-wait/ Thu, 14 May 2026 13:15:07 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=386673 At the press preview, the fair revealed a thoughtful mix of contemporary art, conversation and experimentation across Dubai’s evolving cultural landscape Art Dubai was pushed back by a few weeks amid regional tensions, but if there’s one thing Dubai knows how to do, it’s return stronger than before — and this weekend, the city’s leading […]

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]]> Dubai culture scene shows no sign of slowing down as new strategy unveiled https://whatson.ae/2026/04/dubai-culture-scene-shows-no-sign-of-slowing-down-as-new-strategy-unveiled/ Thu, 30 Apr 2026 04:00:46 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=387319 Sheikha Latifa said that the initiative speaks to Dubai’s belief in investing in people as the foundation for shaping the future Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, has unveiled a Dhs1 billion Creative Sector Resilience Portfolio designed to support and strengthen the emirate’s cultural […]

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]]> Sheikha Latifa shares inspiring message to artists and visionaries in Dubai https://whatson.ae/2026/04/sheikha-latifa-shares-inspiring-message-to-artists-and-visionaries-in-dubai/ Tue, 28 Apr 2026 12:53:48 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=387219 “Never stop creating” – Sheikha Latifa Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), has taken to Instagram to share a message directed to artists, creators and idea-makers. The video shared on her official Instagram account shows off Dubai’s creative side with Sheikha […]

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]]> This Dubai fitness workout lets you train inside the Museum of the Future https://whatson.ae/2026/04/this-dubai-fitness-workout-lets-you-train-inside-the-museum-of-the-future/ Thu, 23 Apr 2026 05:00:44 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=386683 A next-level fitness experience that pushes wellness into the future Fitness fans, you can now work out inside the Museum of the Future – one of the world’s most beautiful architectural landmarks, as it teams up with Longevity Hub, and it’s set to transform the way you train. Longevity Hub is a wellness space that […]

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]]> Art Week at Alserkal Avenue gets a month-long upgrade https://whatson.ae/2026/04/art-week-at-alserkal-avenue-gets-a-month-long-upgrade/ Wed, 15 Apr 2026 12:30:13 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=386235 Alserkal Art Month celebrates the resilience of the region’s art scene with five weekends of exhibitions, talks and creative happenings If you ever needed an excuse to spend more time at Alserkal Avenue, this is it. The Al Quoz cultural hotspot is launching Alserkal Art Month, a new programme spanning the next five weekends. Running […]

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]]> DIFC Arts Night returns to transform the financial hub into an open air art gallery https://whatson.ae/2026/04/difc-arts-night-returns-to-transform-the-financial-hub-into-an-open-air-art-gallery/ Wed, 08 Apr 2026 12:24:27 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=385777 Go wander, discover and get inspired You don’t need a ticket to see some stunning works of art. You can find it in nearly every corner of the city, and Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) isn’t excluded. DIFC is already a hotspot for art and culture fans in the city thanks to its numerous art […]

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]]> Residents light up Kite Beach with ‘We Love Dubai’ mosaic https://whatson.ae/2026/04/residents-light-up-kite-beach-with-we-love-dubai-mosaic/ Tue, 07 Apr 2026 06:01:58 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=385544 From hearts to pixels At Kite Beach, the city’s heartbeat is being displayed in pixels. On April 5, 2026, an installation popped up calling on Dubai residents to show their gratitude to the country they call home. The We Love Dubai installation is a digital mosaic with photos of residents who span the globe, all […]

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]]> Art festivals in Dubai 2026: New dates you need to know https://whatson.ae/2026/03/art-festivals-in-dubai-2026-new-dates-you-need-to-know/ Tue, 31 Mar 2026 10:23:59 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=385011 Several key art festivals in Dubai have announced updated 2026 dates This is typically when art season in Dubai kicks off. But this year, culture fans will need to be a little patient, with major festivals shifting their dates for 2026. If you had them marked in your diary, it’s time to pencil in the […]

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]]> New art experiences open at teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi https://whatson.ae/2026/03/new-art-experiences-open-at-teamlab-phenomena-abu-dhabi/ Sat, 21 Mar 2026 08:00:23 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=376559 Immerse yourself in light, colour and nature with two new artworks at teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi has opened two new artworks, giving visitors fresh reasons to explore the immersive space in the Saadiyat Cultural District. “Massless Suns and Dark Suns” and “Megaliths in the Roots Garden” expand the museum’s lineup, inviting […]

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]]> 10 family-friendly things to do in Dubai this long Eid weekend https://whatson.ae/2026/03/family-friendly-things-to-do-in-dubai-eid/ Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:11:35 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=383977 Make the most of Eid with these family-friendly experiences Want to keep the family entertained over the upcoming long weekend? You’re in the right place. From splashy attractions dino adventures to golfing and more, if you’re looking for some family-friendly things to do in Dubai, we got you covered. Go and say hello to the […]

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]]> Here are 7 virtual museum tours you can take from your couch https://whatson.ae/2026/03/virtual-museum-tours-you-can-take-from-your-couch-2/ Wed, 04 Mar 2026 08:30:26 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=382422 Your next culture fix begins exactly where you’re sitting Step into some of the world’s most iconic collections without leaving your home, thanks to immersive virtual museum tours that bring art, history and architecture straight to your screen. With a solid WiFi signal and a comfortably claimed corner of the sofa, you can wander the […]

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