Explore the exhibitions at the Ras Al Khaimah Art Festival.
Discover Civilizations, the Main Exhibition of the Ras Al Khaimah Art 2026 Festival. Featuring local and international artists, it explores the dialogue between past and present, tradition and innovation through inspiring works of art. The exhibition is curated by Alfio Tommasini.
"Civilizations: Under the Same Sky" introduces the inaugural Ras Al Khaimah Contemporary Art Biennale. The exhibition presents civilizations as dynamic, living systems, shaped by identity, memory, spirituality, and imagination. The Biennale is curated by Sharon Toval.
This showcase features the work of iconic Croatian artist Boris Bućan. A bold exploration of posters, symbols, and visual language that shaped cultural narratives and continues to question how imagery influences civilization. This showcase is curated by Marinko Sudac.
Curated by Margriet Vollenberg, this showcase brings together contemporary design and material exploration from the Kingdom of the Netherlands. A dialogue between craft, innovation, and artistic expression, where global perspectives meet local context, coming to life at the festival.
In collaboration with the Consulate General of the Federal Republic of Germany and the Goethe-Institut, this showcase features works by artist Amin Taba. A cultural exchange rooted in contemporary expression, visual storytelling, and cross-cultural dialogue, coming to life at the festival.
Featuring the work of Mariam M. Alnoaimi, this collaboration brings forward a research-driven artistic practice that explores the relationship between land, water, and community, reflecting on the Gulf's environmental and cultural narratives.
Our bayt brings together nine Peruvian artists from diverse creative backgrounds, united by a shared engagement with tradition, history, and the profound relationship between humans and nature. Through digital art, textiles, ceramics, and painting, the artists reinterpret ancestral knowledge and cultural memory for a contemporary audience. Their works explore Peru's rich narratives, including its landscapes, rituals, and mythologies, while highlighting the multiplicity of perspectives within the country's artistic scene. Together, they create a collective dialogue that honors heritage and celebrates identity, offering viewers a layered vision of Peru where past and present continually inform one another through material, form, and imagination.
Explores the theme of Civilization through a diverse collection of artworks that honor heritage, traditional craftsmanship, and ancient artisanal techniques, reinterpreted in contemporary forms. Brazilian artists revive stories passed down through generations, inviting visitors to reflect on how civilizations preserve identity, memory, and values through art. The exhibition creates a cultural dialogue between Brazil's rich historical legacy and the artistic landscape of the Middle East, highlighting art's power to connect cultures and transcend borders. Curated by Mrs. Georgia Mourad, founder of Banadura.
Khawla Art & Culture presents its participation at the Ras Al Khaimah Festival through a dedicated artistic space that reflects its vision of empowering Emirati artists and showcasing influential creative voices within both regional and global art scenes. This curatorial presentation brings together two distinct artistic trajectories — those of internationally acclaimed artist Fatma Lootah and contemporary Emirati artist Hend Rashed — within a framework that explores identity, imagination, and the continuous search for beauty.
This exhibition by the Department of Antiquities and Museums showcases the many civilizations that flourished here, highlighting the emirate's role as a meeting point where arts, crafts, and traditions intertwined. Through artifacts from everyday tools to artistic creations, the exhibition tells the story of cultural exchange and mutual influence — reflecting the strength, creativity, and resilience of the human heritage shaped on Ras Al Khaimah's land.
