Diriyah Contemporary Art Biennale 2026

 Titled In Interludes and Transitions / "في الحِلّ والترحال", the third edition of the Diriyah Contemporary Art Biennale led by Artistic Directors Nora Razian and Sabih Ahmed. Opens on January 30, 2026, at JAX District. 
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The Research Room 2025

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Dummy text: Join us for this special closing edition of "How We Met" featuring pioneering Saudi artist Ahmed Mater and Milan-born photographer Armin Linke.

The duo's collaborative artwork "Saudi Futurism" is one of the Biennale's highlights, combining photography and installation to document the nation's metamorphosing landscapes. This partnership of like-minded artists led to an upcoming show at SAMOCA.

Don't miss the opportunity to hear firsthand how their intuitive, improvisational, and research-driven journey took them from NEOM to Thuwal, Riyadh, Dhahran, and beyond, as they documented the shifting soil of Saudi.

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Diriyah Contemporary Art Biennale 2026

Diriyah Contemporary Art Biennale 2026

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Islamic Arts Biennale 2023

Islamic Arts Biennale 2023

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ABOUT THE DIRIYAH BIENNALE FOUNDATION

Inspired by the changes taking place in Saudi Arabia and the heritage site of Diriyah, the Diriyah Biennale Foundation assumes a critical role in nurturing creative expression and instilling an appreciation for culture and the arts and their transformative potential. The Foundation aspires to be a catalyst for lifelong learning and serves Saudi Arabia’s communities by offering opportunities to engage with the burgeoning local art scene. At this historical moment of evolution and growth in Saudi Arabia, these Biennales will showcase some of the world’s leading artists, drive cultural exchange between the Kingdom and international communities, promote dialogue and understanding, and further establish Saudi Arabia as an important cultural center.

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