For nearly a month, Abu Dhabi is gilded with enough art, music, workshops, theatre and other cultural gems to satisfy any Renaissance man or woman worth his/her salt. Artists from around the world come to the capital of the United Arab Emirates to bask in the artful glory that is Abu Dhabi Festival. Check out the schedule for details, as the program is a diverse mix.

For a period of six days, Abu Dhabi hosts iconic publishers and writers, both from the Arab and western world.