Sculpted to perfection.
Get ready to see some fantastic new sculptures getting shaped in real-time in Riyadh because the latest edition of the Tuwaiq Sculpture Symposium has now started.
The seventh edition of the symposium is being held under the fresh theme of ‘Traces of What Will Be’.
Lulwah Al Homoud, Rut Blees Luxemburg, and Sarah Staton are the visionary curators behind this year’s art event which has welcomed 25 artists from 18 countries.
So, get ready to be mesmerised as these artists bring their vision to life in-real time. the completed pieces will be added to Riyadh Art’s permanent collection.
Tuwaiq Sculpture Symposium 2026
Every year, Tuwaiq Sculpture turns Riyadh into an open-air studio, where artists from around the world carve massive works right before your eyes.
It’s not just about chisels and stone, it’s about cultural exchange, bold creativity, and turning raw materials into striking public art. The result? Monumental sculptures that shape the city’s skyline while giving everyone a front-row seat to the magic of the creative process.
Once complete, the sculptures find homes across Riyadh, fueling the city’s public art movement and bringing Riyadh Art’s vision of creativity and inclusivity to life.
Tuwaiq Sculpture Symposium 2026 location
The exhibition has taken over the ever-lively Tahlia street. The street was the site of Riyadh’s first desalination plant.
Tuwaiq Sculpture Symposium dates
The participating artists will be working with locally sourced granite and reclaimed metal until Sunday, February 22.
Tuwaiq Sculpture Symposium tickets
You can get your free ticket via tuwaiq-sculptureplatinumlist.net. The ticket comes with a guided tour of the space.
What to expect at the Tuwaiq Sculpture Symposium 2026
The 7th edition has kicked-off with live sculpting and will wrap up with an exhibition in February. For the first time, artists will experiment with granite and stainless steel alongside recycled materials, pushing boundaries while reinforcing Tuwaiq Sculpture’s commitment to innovation, sustainability, and bold public art.
Riyadh and Art
Annual art events Noor Riyadh and the AlUla Art Festival are definite must-visits when it comes to art in Saudi. There is also the Diriyah Arts Biennale which is poised for a colorful return in 2026.
Until Sun Feb 22. Tahlia, riyadhartsa.
