The Emirates Airline Festival of Literature will return from April 15 to April 22, 2027, marking the first time the event has shifted from its traditional winter schedule. The calendar change introduces a new seasonal setting for the Arab world’s largest literary festival while reinforcing Dubai’s position as a regional…

Dubai South Business Hub Free Zone (DSBH) has announced a strategic partnership with Sony Middle East and Africa to strengthen support for entrepreneurs, startups, and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) operating within the free zone. The agreement combines Sony’s technology, industry expertise, and educational programmes with DSBH’s business ecosystem, providing…

The 35th Abu Dhabi International Book Fair will take place from 13 to 18 September 2026, bringing together readers, authors, publishers, and cultural leaders for six days of literary programming in the UAE capital. Under the theme “Turn the Page, Read the World,” the fair will feature talks, exhibitions, and…

Sharjah Light Festival 2026 will transform landmarks across Sharjah into large-scale canvases for light art, projection mapping, and immersive visual storytelling. Taking place over multiple dates across the emirate, the annual festival invites residents and visitors to experience illuminated architectural landmarks through creative installations celebrating culture, heritage, and innovation. As…

Sharjah Biennial 17 will take place from 21 January to 13 June 2027 across multiple venues in the emirate of Sharjah, bringing together 109 participants under the theme What remains, sits restive. Opening week is scheduled for 21–24 January 2027. The international exhibition examines how historical memory, socialist modernity, and…

Culture Summit Abu Dhabi has developed into a global forum where artists, designers, cultural leaders, policymakers, and creative thinkers examine how culture can shape societies and communities. Launched in 2017 by the Department of Culture and Tourism Abu Dhabi, the summit brings together voices from across the cultural and creative…

Dubai Fashion Week AW26/27 returned to Dubai Design District (d3) from February 1 to 6, 2026, presenting the season’s collections ahead of the traditional February fashion calendar. Co-founded by Dubai Design District and the Arab Fashion Council, the week brought together established international names, regional designers, and emerging talent. More…