The Abu Dhabi cultural calendar 2026–'27
From global music festivals to international art fairs, here are some of the major cultural events taking place in the next 12 months.
The Founding Father of the UAE, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, believed that culture was not just a static set of historical traditions, but a living, breathing foundation for progress that should be debated, celebrated and shared every day. From global music festivals to international art fairs, here are a few of the major cultural events taking place across Abu Dhabi in the next 12 months.
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The global music festival returns to Yas Island’s Etihad Park with a fresh line-up of international talent.
Al Hosn Festival
This living expression of Emirati culture takes place at the historic Al Hosn site, home to Qasr Al Hosn fort and the Cultural Foundation.
Nomad Abu Dhabi
The art fair’s second edition provides a platform for artistic engagement in the old Abu Dhabi Airport.
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Culture Summit Abu Dhabi
At this proactive global forum, 250 speakers from 92 countries will reflect on the ways that culture can connect us.
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Guggenheim Abu Dhabi
The Frank Gehry-designed museum is set to become the largest in the world-renowned Guggenheim portfolio.
Frieze Abu Dhabi
Building on Abu Dhabi Art Fair’s success, the first Frieze in the MENA region convenes art and collectors at Manarat Al Saadiyat.
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