Global Culture and Arts Calendar: Events from Venice to Dubai
Various culture and arts events ranging from cinema to music, theater to dance, and contemporary art are being held in different cities around the world this week.
A rich culture and arts calendar ranging from cinema to music, contemporary art to theater is meeting art lovers around the world this week. Festivals, concerts, and exhibitions are opening their doors in many cities from Venice to Dubai.
Venice Film Festival and Masterclasses
At the 83rd Venice International Film Festival, masterclass events attended by famous names are being held alongside film screenings. The festival will conclude with the Golden Lion award ceremony on September 12.
BBC Proms and Lucerne Festival
As the BBC Proms in London enters its final week with the traditional Last Night concert at the Royal Albert Hall on September 12, the Lucerne Festival in Switzerland is welcoming music lovers with the theme "American Dreams".
Tokyo and Gwangju Art Fairs
While the Tokyo Gendai Art Fair in Japan brings galleries together, works by İnci Eviner from Turkey are also being presented to art audiences at the Gwangju Biennale.
Middle East Culture and Arts Events
As Dubai Opera celebrates its 10th anniversary, the MEFCC 2026 festival is being held in Abu Dhabi, and various art workshops are taking place in museums in Qatar.