Ras Al Khaimah Art 2026 Festival

About Us

Ras Al Khaimah Heritage Fort

Founded in 2013, we've grown from a small festival of 30 emerging Ras Al Khaimah-based artists to become the emirate's cultural event of the year. This year, the Ras Al Khaimah Fine Arts Festival is reborn as Ras Al Khaimah Art. Beyond the Festival, Ras Al Khaimah Art is a beacon of creativity, nurturing year-round programs that ignite dialogue. We exist as a hub that empowers emerging creatives and the community through grants, masterclasses, and workshops to cultivate their crafts and talents. Join us on this captivating journey as we redefine the creative scene of our emirate and beyond.

Our Team

Suqrat bin Bisher

Suqrat bin Bisher

Festival Director

Gretchen Flores

Gretchen Flores

Festival Manager

Luis Carlos Soto

Luis Carlos Soto

Media

Derick Zeeno

Derick Zeeno

Partnerships Coordinator

Baraah Sahyoun

Baraah Sahyoun

Graphic Designer

Isa Bujang

Isa Bujang

Events

Pushkar Datta

Pushkar Datta

Visual Content

Key Objectives

01

An Enriching and Immersive Experience:

Education is an essential component of RAK Art. RAK Art seeks to nurture the community's love for art and provide a unique experiential journey through cutting-edge discussions, masterclasses, heritage conservation, and culture.

02

A Synthesis of Heritage, Culture, & The Arts

Catalyzes revitalization of the Al Jazeera Al Hamra Heritage Village, UAE's last remaining intact Emirati pearling village, by hosting exhibitions and thought-provoking programs throughout the winter season.

03

Positioning Ras Al Khaimah

Cultivate Ras Al Khaimah's status as a center for social and human innovation and creativity in adding dimensions to quality of life and enriching the experience of living in Ras Al Khaimah.

04

Democratization of Art

Inclusivity is a crucial mission in RAK Art. Art is for Everyone, and we strive to embody this in all aspects of our exhibition and programming.

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