The UAE capital is about to transform into a global art hub once again as Abu Dhabi Art returns for its 17th edition from Wednesday, November 19 to Sunday, November 23 at Manarat Al Saadiyat.

This year promises to be the biggest and boldest edition yet, with participation jumping 40per cent higher than last year. Visitors can explore over 2,000 artworks from more than 140 galleries representing 37 countries and 52 cities.

Global Meets Local

The 2025 fair will shine a spotlight on art scenes from Nigeria, the Gulf region, and Türkiye, while also welcoming first-time exhibitors from Senegal, the Netherlands, Peru, and Tanzania. Expect everything from cutting-edge contemporary art to works rooted in rich cultural traditions.

World-renowned galleries such as Pace, Richard Saltoun Gallery, Mennour, Hanart TZ Gallery, and ATHR will return, alongside exciting new names including Loft Art Gallery, Galeria RGR, Paul Hughes Fine Arts, and EQTNA.

A New Space for Creativity

To support the fair’s rapid growth, ALDAR Properties is unveiling ALDAR Hall, a newly repurposed exhibition space at the entrance of Manarat Al Saadiyat. The hall will spotlight galleries from the Gulf Focus section as well as art from West Asia and North Africa.

First-time exhibitors in this space include Loft Art Gallery and Comptoir de Mines Galerie (Morocco), Yosr Ben Ammar Gallery (Tunisia), OH Gallery (Senegal), and Galerie Farah Fakhri (Ivory Coast).

More Than an Art Show

Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, said, “The upcoming edition of Abu Dhabi Art Fair promises to be the most ambitious yet, featuring a record number of galleries from around the world. Over the years, the fair has evolved into the region’s most influential platform for art and ideas.”

Dyala Nusseibeh, Director of Abu Dhabi Art, added that this year’s line-up reflects the UAE’s maturing art market, growing collector base, and the country’s investment in culture and creativity.

From modernists of Turkey and North Africa, to Nigeria’s Osogbo art movement, Khaleeji trailblazers, and pioneers of the Peruvian Amazon and Brazil, this year’s edition is set to deliver one of the most diverse and globally relevant art showcases in the region.

Save the Date

Whether you’re an art collector, a culture enthusiast, or simply curious to experience one of Abu Dhabi’s most vibrant cultural events, Abu Dhabi Art 2025 is not to be missed.

When: November 19–23
Where: Manarat Al Saadiyat, Abu Dhabi