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DIFC Art Nights is back under the theme of Hope and Positivity

The free-to-attend event is taking place between 1 and 2 April 2021

Sponsored: Now in its 11th edition, DIFC Arts Nights is all set to begin under the theme of ‘Hope’ and ‘Positivity’ at Gate Village in Dubai International Financial Centre.

With one the most anticipated bi-annual events returning to the emirate, 10 galleries are ready to showcase their new collections with over 40 artists being presented in the outdoor public spaces, coinciding wih Art Dubai, the region’s biggest art fair, which began on March 29 and ends on April 3, 2021.

As the UAE continues to harness technology by establishing itself as a pioneer in breakthroughs such as the Emirates Mars Mission ‘Hope Probe’ – hope and positivity epitomizes the country’s vision of looking towards the future. One of key installations at the event are a set of LED astronauts being hung off the facades of the Gate Village buildings facing its public spaces.

Being one of Dubai’s most popular lifestyle destinations, DIFC brings an amalgamation of creative enthusiasts under one arena throughout the year with its diverse set of events and UAE’s most acclaimed art galleries including Opera Gallery, Sconci Gallery along with auction houses such as Sotheby’s.

DIFC Art Nights is taking places on April 1 and 2, 2021 from 6pm to 10pm in the Gate Village and for more information regarding the event visit: https://www.difc.ae/events/difc-art-nights/

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