Private Views: 5 Exhibitions To See In The UAE This February

Inviting reflection and sparking creativity, art galleries are all about the feelings they evoke.

Whether you’re exploring solo or planning the perfect date, GRAZIA has curated a list of the chicest and most imaginative upcoming exhibitions to see and experience this February.

Louvre Abu Dhabi “Picasso, the Figure” (Jan 21–May 31, 2026)

Louvre Abu Dhabi stages a major survey of Picasso’s lifelong study of the human form, from early Iberian influences to radical Cubist deconstructions. It is a museum-grade moment with smart curation and generous loans, ideal for a cultured morning before a waterside lunch on Saadiyat. Reserve timed entry to avoid queues and consider a private guide for deeper context across the permanent galleries.

Ras Al Khaimah Art Festival ( 16 Jan- 8 Feb, 2026)

An exploration of civilisation and the narratives surrounding the past and future, the Ras Al Khaimah Art Festivalreturns for its 14th showcase. Expect special performances, tributes to heritage and a special spotlight on Emirati heritage. Don’t want to leave your fur friends at home? They can tag along, with designated play zones and animal-inspired art, this festival welcomes all.

Sharjah Art Foundation, Jorge Tacla (Feb 8–Jun 7, 2026)

An expansive survey of Jorge Tacla, spanning more than 170 works, maps trauma, memory and architecture through a signature “negative” painting method. Installed across SAF’s Al Mureijah Square galleries, the show rewards an unhurried circuit with a scholar’s eye, ideally followed by a detour to the Kalba Ice Factory for contrast. Time your visit to coincide with guided talks.

Alserkal Art Week (Feb 25–Mar 3, 2026)

Dubai’s most compelling week for contemporary art, Alserkal Art Week concentrates on openings, talks, performances and slow gallery walks across the Avenue. Expect a dense programme and a serious crowd, but the experience remains intimate at street level. Book a driver drop on First Al Khail Street and plan two passes, daytime and after dark, for a sense of the scene’s breadth.

Art Umm Al Quain (Feb 13-16, 2026)

Umm Al Quain’s art exhibition is back. This time for a visual and hands-on dialogue on nature and the sea. From scenic mangrove walks to hands-on pearl workshops, explore and learn all about the vast and rich heritage that surrounds this unique Emirate.