Quoz Arts Fest returns for its 12th edition on Saturday, 25 & Sunday, 26 January 2025. Spanning Alserkal Avenue and the Quoz Creative Zone, the festival features public art installations, exhibitions, live performances, workshops, conversations, creative pop-ups and a dedicated kids’ programme.
Dubai: The much-awaited Quoz Arts Fest returns on 25–26 January 2025, celebrating creativity at Alserkal Avenue and the Quoz Creative Zone in Dubai. Known for its fusion of local and global talent, this vibrant festival offers diverse attractions, including live performances, exhibitions, immersive installations, and interactive activities for kids.
Festival headliners include Syrian rapper Omar Offendum and Tunisian singer Emel Mathlouthi. Tunisian duo Ÿuma and Pakistan’s Musaafir Music will also grace the stage. A standout performance features Indian musician Sarathy Korwar and poet Zia Ahmed, exploring identity and belonging. Dubai’s MC Big Hass adds his signature flair as the main stage host.
Art enthusiasts will marvel at installations like Forest Dancer and the Path to Pure Creation by ENESS and Emirati artist Lamya Gargash’s photographic work, A Corridor of Books. Public displays by Abdulla Alneyadi and Zé Tepedino add a unique touch to the festival’s immersive vibe.
The Avenue’s galleries feature curated exhibitions from notable artists like Shilpa Gupta and Chaouki Choukini. Reel Palestine Film Festival at Cinema Akil offers screenings celebrating Palestinian stories, alongside a souk with cultural crafts and cuisine.
For young creatives, Kids’ Lane presents workshops, readings, and interactive play led by Artful Minds and Wisdom Warehouse. Food lovers can explore gourmet delights curated by What The Food.
Strategic partners Dubai Culture and Dubai Economy ensure the festival’s vibrant execution, while sponsors like Mini AGMC add their support.
Mark your calendars for this must-attend cultural spectacle bringing global and grassroots artistry to Dubai!
