Art Dubai 2026 Returns With Free Entry at Madinat Jumeirah

Art Dubai will return for its 2026 edition at Madinat Jumeirah from May 15th to 17th, with a preview on May 14th, introducing a free-entry model for visitors. The special edition marks the fair’s twentieth year and will bring together galleries from nearly 20 countries, alongside a programme that extends beyond traditional exhibition formats.
Large-scale installations, live performances and screenings will be staged across the venue’s courtyards and pathways, creating a multi-layered programme that moves between gallery presentations and public interventions.
Artists from across the region, including Khalid Al Banna and Hashel Al Lamki, will present works installed throughout the site.
The programme also features institutional collaborations with Alserkal Avenue, Art Jameel and the Sharjah Art Foundation, alongside contributions from the Dubai Collection and the Barjeel Art Foundation. The Global Art Forum will return as part of the programme, hosting talks and discussions across the three days.