Art Dubai Unveils the 2025 Exhibitor Line-Up: A Celebration of Innovation, Heritage, and Global Creativity

Art Dubai, the Middle East’s premier art event, has revealed its much-anticipated line-up of exhibitors for the 2025 edition, set to take place at Madinat Jumeirah from April 18 to 20, with exclusive previews on April 16 and 17.

This year, Art Dubai promises a dynamic convergence of over 100 galleries from more than 50 cities, with more than 20 first-time exhibitors joining the fair.

Art Dubai continues to cement its position as a global platform for discovery, showcasing a diverse range of contemporary art, digital works, and modern masterpieces. With a strong representation from the Middle East, Africa, and West and South Asia, the fair serves as a vital hub for cross-cultural exchange and creative dialogue. The upcoming edition will highlight the ongoing evolution of Dubai’s cultural landscape, which has rapidly established itself as the Gulf region’s financial and artistic nucleus.

The 2025 fair also reinforces Art Dubai’s mission to uncover and amplify art from underrepresented geographies. The geographical diversity of exhibitors showcases the region's commitment to inclusivity and celebration of global artistry. The curated sections, including Bawwaba, Modern, and Art Dubai Digital, will play a central role in exploring cultural histories and the challenges shaping our future, with specially invited curators driving the vision for these sections.

The Curatorial Vision for 2025: Connecting Heritage with Innovation
Piaget’s ongoing partnership with Art Dubai is a prime example of how global luxury brands are intertwining with local and international art scenes. Piaget, along with other cultural stakeholders, continues to support the artistic development of the region, building a platform that celebrates both established and emerging voices.

In 2025, Art Dubai will feature dynamic presentations across its curated sections:

Bawwaba, curated by Mirjam Varadinis, will showcase intimate solo presentations of artists reflecting on displacement and the ways in which new models of coexistence can be imagined in today’s complex world.

Art Dubai Modern, curated by Magalí Arriola and Nada Shabout, will expand its scope to include Latin American artists such as Venezuelan Darío Pérez Flores, fostering cross-regional dialogues on heritage, abstraction, and national identity.

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Art Dubai Digital, now in its fourth year, will delve into technological advancements in art, exploring how artificial intelligence, robotics, and virtual reality are being used to address urgent global issues. Curated by Gonzalo Herrero Delicado, this section will include high-profile presentations from digital art pioneers and collectives, offering immersive experiences that challenge traditional art forms.

A Global Stage for Art and Innovation
Art Dubai’s 2025 edition is set to be a transformative gathering for the global art community. With a continued focus on the Middle East as a cultural destination, the fair celebrates the intersection of heritage, technology, and creativity. Exhibitors like Bortolami (New York), Mizuma Art Gallery (Tokyo), and Richard Saltoun (London) reflect Art Dubai’s global reach, while local galleries, including Mondoir Art Gallery and Monada Art Gallery, ensure Dubai remains at the forefront of the digital art movement.

The Future of Art and Cultural Exchange
As Art Dubai continues to expand its role as a gateway for cultural exchange, the fair’s curated sections invite visitors to experience how regional art histories are being woven into the fabric of global creative movements. The fair remains an essential meeting point for collectors, curators, and art lovers, all eager to discover new perspectives, celebrate creative innovation, and engage with the transformative power of art.

Art Dubai 2025 will be held under the patronage of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. Partners include A.R.M. Holding, Swiss Wealth Manager Julius Baer, Piaget, and cultural developer HUNA, with support from the Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture).

Stay tuned for more updates as Art Dubai prepares to unveil its full program, including commissioned artists, talks, and education initiatives, in early 2025.

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Cover picture/Solaroca by Opavivara, Art Dubai Commissions, Art Dubai 2019. Credit/Photo Solutions.