Arts and Culture

Gulf date festivals celebrate heritage and tell the story of tourism, trends, and entrepreneurship.

How have Gulf artists expressed themselves over the last half-century and where is the artistic community headed? What art movements and trends are we witnessing today?

Abu Dhabi’s 33rd international book fair offered free access to hundreds of thousands of visitors, bridging literature and visual arts.

Saudi artist Daniah Alsaleh uses artificial intelligence to probe historical archives and challenge the reliability of memory.

Italian artist Filippo Minelli challenges notions of authenticity in a globalized world, taking Dubai as his subject.

Hamad AlShriaan and the comedians of the Kuwait Comedy Club blend local cultural references with sharp delivery, creating a vibrant atmosphere for Kuwaiti youth.

Through the Oman Cultural Complex, Oman joins its neighbors in a collective Gulf vision of the future while maintaining its lauded commitment to Omani cultural heritage.

Guided by the theme “After Rain," Gulf presentations at the Diriyah Contemporary Art Biennale approach ecological destruction, communal healing, and sociocultural change with a sense of hope.