Winners of Erth Dubai “Through Your Eyes” Competition Announced at Sikka Art & Design Festival - winners erth

Winners of Erth Dubai “Through Your Eyes” Competition Announced at Sikka Art & Design Festival

Organised by Salik, Dubai Culture, and Erth Dubai, with a prize pool of USD 27,000 Received more than 2,200 creative submissions from artists and designers across the UAE Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 02 February 2026: Salik, Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), and Erth Dubai crowned the winners of the first edition of the “Erth Dubai Through Your Eyes” competition, which was organised to provide artists and creatives with the opportunity to contribute to the design of new Salik tags. This initiative reflects participants’ artistic visions, embodies Dubai’s creative spirit, and highlights the Emirate’s cultural di

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31st ArtMap offers a window into the vibrancy of the UAE's cultural and creative landscape - artmap offers

31st ArtMap offers a window into the vibrancy of the UAE’s cultural and creative landscape

Dubai, UAE, 27 January 2026: Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) has launched the 31st edition of ArtMap, produced in collaboration with thejamjar. The latest issue presents a comprehensive overview of the most prominent cultural festivals, events, exhibitions, and artistic initiatives taking place across Dubai and the wider UAE, reflecting the richness, diversity, and vitality of the local creative landscape. The new edition forms part of Dubai Culture’s commitment to fostering sustainable creative environments and providing innovative platforms that empower artists and entrepreneurs. Through this approach, the Authority aims

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14th Sikka Art and Design Festival 14 Brings Dubai Together to Imagine Future Identities - sikka design

14th Sikka Art and Design Festival 14 Brings Dubai Together to Imagine Future Identities

450 artists from the UAE, the region, and the world present 250 artworks Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 24 January 2026: Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) has opened the 14th Sikka Art & Design Festival, turning Al Shindagha Historic Neighbourhood into a showcase of art and design. Held under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture, the festival champions Emirati, UAE-based, and GCC-based creatives, reinforcing Dubai’s role as a global centre for culture, an incubator for creativity, and a thriving hub for talent. Running until 1 February, Sikka 14 brings

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Dubai Culture Launches Dubai Art Season 2026 - dubai culture

Dubai Culture Launches Dubai Art Season 2026

Held under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture Showcasing exceptional experiences that reflect Dubai’s creative leadership Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 19 January 2026: Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) has announced the launch of Dubai Art Season 2026. Running from 21 January to 26 April 2026, the season brings together a diverse programme of artistic and entertainment events and festivals taking place across the emirate. The launch comes as part of Dubai Culture’s ongoing commitment to nurturing the arts ecosystem, strengthening its contribu

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Dubai Culture Concludes Inaugural Emirati Chefs Grant Programme, Announces Second Edition - dubai culture

Dubai Culture Concludes Inaugural Emirati Chefs Grant Programme, Announces Second Edition

The Emirati Chefs Grant programme is organised in collaboration with the International Centre for Culinary Arts and aims to highlight ambitious Emirati talent in the culinary field. Six Emirati chefs were awarded diplomas in culinary arts following their successful completion of a series of training workshops delivered by ICCA Dubai experts. Shaima Rashed Al Suwaidi: “Through this grant, the Authority seeks to provide a unique platform that supports creative Emirati chefs, opens new horizons before them, and encourages them to unleash their ideas and pursue innovative projects.” Sunjeh Raja: ‘We take great pride in training

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Hala Badri and Sultan Sooud Al-Qassemi Commend 'Observers of Change' - hala badri

Hala Badri and Sultan Sooud Al-Qassemi Commend ‘Observers of Change’

Mapping the evolution of art in the UAE over five decades Dubai, UAE, 25 December 2025: Her Excellency Hala Badri, Director General of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), and Sultan Sooud Al-Qassemi, Founder of the Barjeel Art Foundation, visited the major retrospective exhibition ‘Observers of Change’ today at Etihad Museum. Organised by Dubai Culture in collaboration with the Barjeel Art Foundation, the collection features around 60 artworks charting five decades of artistic practice in the UAE. The visit reflects a shared commitment to safeguarding local art and expanding its international visibility. During the tour, B

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Ministry of Culture Announces recipients of the Fourth National Grant Program for Culture and Creativity - ministry culture

Ministry of Culture Announces recipients of the Fourth National Grant Program for Culture and Creativity

Abu Dhabi, December 25, 2025: The Ministry of Culture announced the selection of 41 recipients for the fourth cycle of the National Grant Program for Culture and Creativity, underscoring its ongoing efforts to support creatives and strengthen the cultural movement across the country. This announcement reflects the Ministry’s commitment to fostering an enabling environment for creativity and advancing national projects that contribute to the growth of the creative economy. This edition witnessed a notable increase in submissions, recording a 77.6% increase compared to previous cycles. This growth reflects the growing interest in the program

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Ministry of Finance awarded "Great Place to Work" global certification, reinforcing its leadership in sustainable institutional work environment

Abu Dhabi, December 22, 2025 The Ministry of Finance (MoF) has been certified as a “Great Place to Work”, securing a prestigious international benchmark for workplace excellence. The accreditation was given in recognition of the Ministry’s integrated strategy to cultivate a high-performance culture founded on trust, respect, and empowerment, as validated by a comprehensive, independent employee survey conducted by the global authority on workplace culture. Institutional culture This recognition demonstrates the Ministry’s commitment to implementing world-class human capital practices and building a supportive institution

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Dubai Culture Equips Heritage Teams with Skills to Support People of Determination - dubai culture

Dubai Culture Equips Heritage Teams with Skills to Support People of Determination

Dubai, UAE, 16 December 2025: Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) has concluded its specialised training for staff working across heritage sites, delivered under the Authority’s community initiative, ‘Empowering People of Determination in Cultural Guidance.’ Held in collaboration with the Taqarrub Centre for Rehabilitation and Generation Preparation, the programme strengthens staff readiness and communication skills to ensure cultural landmarks offer an inclusive visitor experience. It further supports the emirate’s ‘My Community… A City for Everyone’ initiative, which aims to make Dubai a fully accessible city for all res

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Dubai Culture Celebrated for Excellence in Cultural Heritage Preservation - dubai culture

Dubai Culture Celebrated for Excellence in Cultural Heritage Preservation

Commended by the Arab Council of the General Union of Arab Archaeologists Dubai, UAE, 12 December 2025: Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) has received an Appreciation Award from the Arab Council of the General Union of Arab Archaeologists, an accolade granted to institutions dedicated to archaeology and heritage preservation. The recognition reflects the Authority’s sustained efforts to protect Dubai’s cultural heritage and ensure its transmission to future generations. The award was presented during Dubai Culture’s participation in the 28th Arab Archaeologists Conference in Cairo, Egypt. It marks a significant milestone

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