Abu Dhabi, UAE, 11th September 2025 — Under the esteemed patronage of His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, and organised by the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), the Abu Dhabi Art Fair returns this year from 19 to 23 November for its 17th edition with over 140 galleries from 52 cities across 37 countries participating.
The 2025 edition highlights dynamic art scenes from Nigeria, the Gulf region, and Türkiye, whilst welcoming first-time participants from Algeria, Senegal, Netherlands, Peru and Tanzania, underscoring the fair’s growing global influence.
Since its launch in 2009, the fair has become the largest in the region, attracting leading international galleries such as Pace, Richard Saltoun Gallery, Mennour, Hanart TZ Gallery, and ATHR. This year they are joined by debut exhibitors such as Loft Art Gallery, RGR, Pedro Cera and EQTNA Rare Books. The number of exhibitors has surged 40% compared to last year, reflecting Abu Dhabi’s rising stature in both institutional and private collecting circles.
H.E. Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, stated: “The upcoming edition of Abu Dhabi Art Fair promises to be the most ambitious yet, featuring a record number of galleries from around the world. Over the years, the fair has evolved into the region’s most influential platform for art and ideas, a cultural moment where the UAE’s pioneering spirit engages with the global art community. Each edition advances our mission to foster Abu Dhabi’s vibrant creative ecosystem, connecting artists, collectors, and audiences in a dialogue that transcends borders, encourages meaningful exchange, and sparks new possibilities.”
Dyala Nusseibeh, Director of Abu Dhabi Art, stated: "This dynamic line-up of over 140 galleries from 37 countries reflects the UAE’s maturing art market, the growing collector base in Abu Dhabi and strong government-led investment in our creative and cultural industries driving unprecedented growth across the sector. Our curatorial focus continues to centre under-represented art histories and foster equity in global art narratives through the platform of the fair. From pioneers of the Peruvian Amazon, Venezuela and Brazil to modernists from Türkiye, artists from Nigeria’s Osogbo art movement, Khaleeji trailblazers, modern artists from North Africa and leading artists from China, this year’s fair resonates with the globally impactful, museum-led vision shaping Saadiyat Island's cultural identity."
For more information head to the Abu Dhabi Art Fair website.
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