Explore the Heart of Emirati Art – Experience Sikka in Old Dubai

About the Event

Sikka Art Fair 2025, the annual 'for-the-community' event that celebrates community creativity and heritage, will take place from 31 February to 9 March at Al Shindagha Historic District Dubai. One of the UAE’s leading art festivals, it aims to celebrate Emirati and UAE-based artists together with international counterparts. In a city of superlatives, the festival creates an open-air gallery out of the narrow, heritage alleyways and courtyard houses of Old Dubai, in which art, music, performance, and technology collide. From exhibitions to moving image, live art and installation, Sikka is an eclectic canvas for emerging and established artists.

What to Expect

There are lot to do and experience when you visit Sikka, such as:

Art gallery and contemporary and traditional installations
Live music and entertainment celebrating the diversity of the UAE’s heritage
Workshops and discussions for you to receive instruction straight from the artists
Screenings and projects focusing on creative storytelling through film and multimedia
Caterers and pop-up cafés serving Emirati and international cuisines.

Sikka is more than an art event — it’s a history-laden journey for the senses through creativity and community spirit.

Why Al Shindagha Historic District

Sikka Art Fair is at home, nestled in Al Shindagha Historic District, on the banks of Dubai Creek. Formerly the heart and soul of the City’s heritage, this area remains carefully restored to exhibit traditional Emirati architecture and way of life. The welcoming back streets, renovated townhouses, and museums make a surprising counterpoint to the contemporary art scene. Visitors can similarly take in nearby educational landmarks such as the Al Shindagha Museum and Dubai Creek waterfront, which means it’s part art, part history lesson.

Why It’s Worth Attending

The 2025 edition of Sikka Art Fair is more than a festival; it’s the chance to connect with the cultural soul of the UAE. By attending, you will:

Get new views from local and regional artists
Interact directly with creators in selection sessions
Nurture the burgeoning art landscape of the UAE
Immerse yourself in the heritage of Dubai
Join a community that celebrates and supports innovation, tradition and storytelling

Whether you're an art lover, culture seeker, or simply curious, Sikka Art Fair provides inspiration, creativity, and a profound insight into Emirati heritage right in the heart of Old Dubai.

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