ArtDayME: The fourth edition of the open-air art exhibition Desert X AlUla 2026 is currently captivating visitors, with less than a week left to explore this unique experience. Part of the AlUla Arts Festival, the event transforms the ancient city of AlUla into a dynamic platform where contemporary art, culture, and the region’s extraordinary landscapes converge.

The exhibition, which began on 16 January and runs until 28 February 2026, invites visitors to wander through AlUla’s valleys, canyons, and historic routes, experiencing immersive installations that engage with the natural environment and the city’s rich cultural heritage. This year’s theme, “Space Without Measure,” draws inspiration from the boundless imagination and poetic vision of Khalil Gibran, offering a reflective and transformative experience for all attendees.

The 2026 edition features works by a diverse lineup of international artists, including:

• Sara Abdu

• Mohammad Alfaraj

• Mohammed AlSaleem

• Tarek Atoui

• Bahraini-Danish

• Maria Magdalena Campos-Pons

• Agnes Denes

• Ibrahim El-Salahi

• Basmah Felemban

• Vibha Galhotra

• Héctor Zamora

Visitors can engage with each installation in its distinctive setting, creating an intimate dialogue between art, nature, and history. The exhibition demonstrates how contemporary art can deepen appreciation for AlUla’s landscapes while opening new spaces for imagination and reflection.

With only days remaining, Desert X AlUla 2026 offers a rare opportunity to experience this internationally acclaimed art event, where creativity and environment converge in one of the world’s most breathtaking desert landscapes.

Photos by: Lance Gerber