Culture
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Art Dubai 2026 Had a Secret Show. What Was It?
Inside "Nexus" — a one-day exhibition about Dubai, transience, and the people who pass through the city
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Your Week In Dubai: What To Do, May 19–25
Emirati cinema, giant moons, truffle burgers and everything in between
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The Artists Capturing Cultures Slowly Fading Away
Exploring those who somehow build time machines — taking us centuries back through their works
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Inside Art Dubai 2026: Your Guide Through the Art Halls
What to watch, who to discover, and how to make sure you enjoy the day without feeling overwhelmed
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Inside Art Seeding Festival: Turning an Entire Street Into Live Art
When? Where? Who is there? And why you shouldn't miss it?
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STR x Apple Music: A New Home For MENA Sounds
Meet the first three playlists, with the gems that resonate with the soul of the region
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Your Week In Dubai: What To Do, May 12–18
Art Dubai (of course), Open Decks by KLO, a new café in Al Quoz, and more
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Do Artists Need Professional Education? Talking To Karen Beyrouty
How to choose the right university — and what to explore beyond the classroom
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Moments Of Faith, Through the Eyes Of Arab Photographers
Faith isn't just about prayer. Look a little deeper, through the stories photographers tell
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Inside Sandbox: A Guide To One Of the Region’s Top Electronic Festivals
For festivalgoers and anyone else in love with electronic music
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Inside Sharjah Art Foundation: What To See Now
Your dose of art in Sharjah — with insights from the curators
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Your Week In Dubai: What To Do, May 5–10
It is gonna be wild: from New Balance Grey Days to the Stick No Bills party and Secta Regional Showcase
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Arabic Artists Exploring the Personal And Social Through Posters
Love, relationships, personal therapy, social and political themes — these posters don’t just look good, they have something to say
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Nomad Abu Dhabi Wins Monocle's Best Industry Event
And it is back this year, set to raise the bar once again
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Your Week In Dubai: What To Do, April 28–May 4
From House of Porsche to a Palestinian film to a football fashion night
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One Photo, One Story: A Simple Test Of Perception
5 photos, 5 stories behind them — and a small test: you look first, then you read. Does your perception change?
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What Do Сontemporary Artists Want To Express Through the Colour Red?
Love that hurts, a passion, a nervous system, a healing frequency
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Eid al-Adha 2026 In UAE: Dates, Meaning & What To Expect
From dates and public holidays to traditions, prayer timings, and Dubai plans
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Your Week In Dubai: What To Do, April 21–27
Wellness in Al Quoz, art across the city, conversations at Cinema Akil, and a market by the water
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A Suspiciously Good Short Film Grant Just Dropped
Sharjah Art Foundation offers 120,000 AED for your potential movie