The SceneNow Guide to 2025’s Best Exhibitions Across the UAE
From ancient treasures to cutting-edge designs and immersive art experiences, here is everything you need to see this year.
Art isn’t just hung on walls; it’s a vibe, a journey, and, in the UAE, an experience. The UAE’s art scene isn’t your typical run-of-the-mill exhibition/museum shuffle; it’s where tradition trades handshakes with tech, and ancient whispers collide with cutting-edge flair. In 2025, these exhibitions across the UAE explore creativity in its most striking and unexpected forms, from spectacles that make you question reality to showcases that bring centuries-old stories whispering back.
Art Dubai
Scheduled for March 2025, Art Dubai is a premier international art fair that showcases contemporary and modern artworks from the Middle East, North Africa and South Asia. The event features a diverse lineup of galleries and artists, offering a platform for artistic exchange and cultural dialogue.
Sharjah Biennial
Sheikh Zayed Festival
World Art Dubai
Dubai Design Week
Abu Dhabi Art Fair
