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Dubai has long been a crossroads of cultures, where ideas, traditions, and communities from across the world meet and mingle. As the city continues to deepen its role as a global hub, Central Asia is emerging as an increasingly compelling part of that cultural conversation. On Thursday, July 16, entrepreneurs, investors, and business leaders will gather at Design Dome Dubai in City Walk for the inaugural Central Asia Club Breakfast: Kazakhstan Spotlight, an event designed to

The vibrant colours of the UAE's iconic flame trees take centre stage this July as Somewhere Galleria hosts a special photography exhibition celebrating one of the country's most striking seasonal landscapes. Organised in collaboration with Independent and Foto.uae, the exhibition presents a carefully curated collection of photographs captured during the Flame Tree Photowalk. Through diverse perspectives and artistic approaches, participating photographers showcase the breath

Music has a unique way of bringing people together, and vinyl records continue to prove that some experiences never go out of style. This July, music enthusiasts, collectors, and curious newcomers are invited to gather for the second edition of Sunset Vinyl Social, an evening celebrating vinyl culture, community, and the timeless joy of discovering music. Taking place at The Design Gallery in Ras Al Khaimah on Saturday, 4 July, from 6:00 PM, the event offers much more than a

Some stories never make the headlines. They are found in the quiet rhythm of everyday life—a familiar scent drifting through an old neighborhood, a conversation with a stranger that lingers in memory, the comfort of a place that always feels like home, or a fleeting moment that unexpectedly changes the way we see the world. Recognizing the beauty of these intimate experiences, Mid East Art has launched an inspiring open call titled Dear Diary, inviting people from across the

The Dubai LitArt Society proudly announces the launch of “Dunes: A Curated Art & Literary Series”, its new digital publication dedicated to celebrating the richness of visual arts, literature, and cultural dialogue in the United Arab Emirates and beyond. Conceived as a thoughtfully curated publication, “Dunes” provides a platform where art and literature intersect, introducing readers to outstanding artists, writers, poets, translators, and cultural voices whose work reflects

In a powerful celebration of World Ocean Day 2026, artists, environmental advocates, and community members came together for Guardians of the Blue, a unique sustainable live art experience that transformed creativity into a call for ocean conservation. Curated by Jesno Jackson & Art4you Gallery in collaboration with The Green Revolution, the event featured 12 talented artists from Egypt, Russia, India, Romania, and Iran, who painted live on sustainable wooden turtle panels, c

This year marks the 70th anniversary of the birth of Maryam Jumaa Faraj (1956–2019), an acclaimed Emirati author, translator, and educator whose name holds a special place in the contemporary literature of the United Arab Emirates. She is widely regarded as one of the pioneers of modern Emirati literature and one of the most significant short story writers in the Gulf region. She spent part of her childhood in Kuwait, where she received her early education, before returning t

The United Arab Emirates marked a significant cultural milestone as the Guest of Honour at the 32nd edition of the Beijing International Book Fair (BIBF) 2026, reaffirming its growing role as a global hub for cultural exchange, publishing, and international dialogue. Held in Beijing on 16 June 2026, the opening ceremony brought together prominent officials, cultural leaders, publishers, and literary figures from both countries to celebrate the enduring partnership between the

Dr. Rafia Ghubash In every society, there are individuals who shape the future not only through their professional achievements but also through their commitment to preserving the stories, experiences, and voices of those who came before them. In the United Arab Emirates, Dr. Rafia Ghubash stands among these remarkable figures. A distinguished psychiatrist, academic, author, and cultural advocate, Dr. Ghubash has dedicated her life to advancing mental health awareness, promot

Dubai LitArt Society is proud to announce an open call for submissions for its upcoming digital anthology, “Memory of the Desert: An Anthology of Modern Arab Poetry”. This international literary project seeks to bring together contemporary Arab poets from across the Middle East and the Gulf, creating a vibrant collection that reflects the richness, diversity, and evolving landscape of modern Arab poetry. Both established and emerging poets are invited to participate. The titl

Every year, Dubai is transformed by the fiery beauty of the Flame Tree. Its vibrant red-orange blossoms ignite streets, parks, and neighborhoods with color, creating one of the city's most spectacular natural displays. To celebrate this fleeting season, Dubai Culture, in collaboration with the Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum International Photography Award (HIPA), has launched the Flame Tree Season Photography Competition, inviting residents and visitors alike to ca

An Exhibition Where Narratives Became Visual Memory Presented by Art4you Gallery and Curated by Jesno Jackson Dubai’s contemporary art scene recently welcomed HER STORY – A Tribute to Women, Edition 2- an international group exhibition presented by Art4you Gallery and curated by Jesno Jackson at Art Smiley Art Gallery. More than a thematic showcase on women, the exhibition unfolded as an emotional landscape where memory, identity, resilience, transformation, and lived experie