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World Art Dubai 2024

The region’s largest contemporary art fair returns, in partnership with Dubai Culture, to the Dubai World Trade Centre from 2nd – 5th May

Woman at World Art Dubai

This year, in partnership with Dubai Culture, World Art Dubai (WAD) invites art enthusiasts to embark on a journey through a decade of artistic evolution, offering an unparalleled experience of art from around the globe, emphasising its commitment to making art even more accessible to a wider audience. This much awaited fair taking place between the 2nd to 5th May at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC).

The fair is set to expand its reach, featuring a diverse collection of over 4,000 artworks from more than 65 countries and anticipating over 15,000 visitors. Spanning 12 pavilions dedicated to countries and regions such as Japan, India, China, Turkey, Iran, America, Asia, Russia, UAE, Europe, the UK, and Arabia, WAD offers a multi-faceted experience.

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Over four days, attendees can immerse themselves in a range of activities that transcend traditional art exhibitions. World Art Dubai will showcase experiential art activations, live performances, curated art talks, and workshops, creating a comprehensive cultural experience that celebrates the vibrancy and diversity of the global art scene.

World Art Dubai aims to push boundaries and captivate audiences worldwide by celebrating the diversity and brilliance of artistic expression with the newly launched ‘WAD Tourism Art Tour.’ It tailors the tour for all exhibitors and offers curated guided tours and interactive local art experiences across the emirates.

All images are courtesy World Art Dubai

 

 

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