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50 researched guides to events in the UAE. Every date and price traces to a source named on the page.
Classical music, opera and ballet in the UAE 2026-27
Two weeks in late November and December carry most of the big names: ballet at Emirates Palace, the Bolshoi in Dubai and piano recitals at NYU Abu Dhabi.
Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental: ballet, opera and sailing in 2026-27
Four events in nine days at the Abu Dhabi landmark, ending with the SailGP Grand Final offshore.
Frieze Abu Dhabi and NOMAD 2026: how to plan art week
Abu Dhabi has stacked its art calendar into one November week: a Frieze debut, NOMAD in a disused airport terminal and a new public art biennial.
Guggenheim Abu Dhabi: the 11 December 2026 opening and how to plan
The museum is scheduled to open on 11 December. Its tickets, hours and first exhibitions had not been published when we checked.
Louvre Abu Dhabi 2026-27: the exhibitions and dates
Four exhibitions run across the season, from a board game show for children to a major Indian Ocean trade exhibition.
NYU Abu Dhabi Arts Center 2026-27: concerts and performances
A smaller hall on Saadiyat Island with one of the most varied programmes in Abu Dhabi, and several of the lowest ticket prices.
RAK Art 2027: Lost in Translation in Al Jazeera Al Hamra
A new art festival in a restored heritage village in Ras Al Khaimah. Dates, theme and stages are confirmed; entry details are not.
Sharjah International Book Fair 2026: dates, theme and visiting tips
One of the biggest book fairs in the world returns for twelve days at Expo Centre Sharjah, with Oman as guest of honour.