Children’s Biennale at Umm Al Emarat Park 2026 in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi Festival has opened the Middle East’s first outdoor children’s biennale at Umm Al Emarat Park, running until Sunday 6 December 2026. Entry is free with registration on the Abu Dhabi Festival website.

What to expect

Presented with National Gallery Singapore under the theme How the World Feels, the biennale brings works by nine artists, including Indonesian artist Eko Nugroho, into the park. The pieces are made to be explored through touch, sound, movement and light as children walk from one installation to the next.

The programme also includes family sessions, hands-on workshops and an interactive guide, so it works well as a relaxed weekend outing in the cooler weather.

Who it is for

Children and families of all ages. It is a good free alternative to indoor play areas, and the park setting means plenty of space for little ones to move around.

Good to know

• Entry is free, but register in advance through the Abu Dhabi Festival website.
• Umm Al Emarat Park is in Al Mushrif, Abu Dhabi.
• Check opening times and the workshop schedule on the official page before you visit.

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