Bonjour and Ahlan wa sahlan.
Got an unconventional art style that has not found its home just yet? Saudi’s L’Institut français and Riyadh Art have heard your pleas. La Fabrique is coming.
The Saudi-French collaborative effort is a creative hub where artists can create and experiment.
The initiative focuses on artistic exchange and co-creation, encouraging shared practices and new creative encounters.
The space will champion digital and immersive arts.
So, clear your calendars. Here is everything to know the newest artsy attraction.
La Fabrique 2026
Rooted in Saudi Vision 2030, this creative space is another step in Riyadh’s rise as a global cultural hotspot. Created in partnership with Riyadh Art and the Ministry of Culture, it deepens the cultural exchange between Saudi Arabia and France, bringing together a shared love for creativity, innovation, openness, and respect for heritage, all in one inspiring, forward-looking hub.
La Fabrique location
The show will take over Riyadh Art’s space in JAX District.
La Fabrique opening dates
The collaboration will open its doors on Wednesday, January 21. The event will wrap up on Saturday, February 14.
What to expect at La Fabrique
Expect to see creativity come to life as visitors watch art unfold in real time, from performance and movement to digital and immersive works, photography, music, film, food, and poetry. At its heart, the initiative is all about collaboration and co-creation, sparking fresh ideas and shared creative experiences. It also strengthens the growing Saudi–French cultural bond championed by President Emmanuel Macron and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.
Art is Saudi
Saudi Arabia is quickly becoming global cultural capital. The nation hosts a number of artistic events including AlUla Arts Festival, Noor Riyadh, and more annual events. If you are looking to flex your art muscles immediately, Diriyah Art Futures’ Of the Earth is now open. There is also the ‘Bedayat: Beginnings of Saudi Art Movement‘ at the National Museum of Saudi Arabia.
Wed Jan 21-Sat Feb 14. Riyadh Art, JAX District, riyadhart.sa.
