Exhibitors announced: First edition of Nomad in Abu Dhabi
19-22 November 2025 – Nomad will take over the iconic Terminal 1, Zayed International Airport, for its landmark debut in the Middle East.
Coinciding with Abu Dhabi Art, a key moment in the global art calendar, NOMAD is pleased to reveal the full lineup of exhibitors and special projects for its inaugural edition in Abu Dhabi, taking place from 19 to 22 November 2025 at Terminal 1 of Zayed International Airport.
Set within Paul Andreu‘s architectural masterpiece, designed at the behest of the UAE’s founder, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, NOMAD in Abu Dhabi will transform the terminal into an immersive setting for collectible design, contemporary and modern art, and jewellery. Preserving and reinterpreting the building’s key features, from its circular lounge to its arched walkways, the fair will bridge architecture, art, and design in original and unprecedented way.
This first Middle East edition brings together regional traditions, Islamic aesthetics, Gulf modernism, and cutting-edge contemporary design in a unified, forward-looking presentation, reflecting both the city’s deep respect for heritage and its bold, progressive cultural ambitions.
Presented in partnership with the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi and with the support of NOMAD’s strategic partner Abu Dhabi Airports, the 2025 edition of NOMAD marks a bold new chapter in the region: the activation of an architectural treasure, a celebration of design at its most collectible, and a thoughtful contribution to the evolving cultural dialogue between the Middle East and the Western world.
Key Takeaways
- Nomad will debut in the Middle East from 19-22 November 2025 at Terminal 1, Zayed International Airport.
- The event coincides with Abu Dhabi Art, showcasing a lineup of exhibitors and special projects.
- NOMAD will transform the terminal into an immersive space for collectible design, contemporary and modern art, and jewellery.
- The fair highlights regional traditions, Islamic aesthetics, and Gulf modernism, bridging culture and design.
- This edition marks a significant cultural dialogue between the Middle East and the Western world.
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