If you’re wondering why Downtown Cairo has been an open gallery of beautiful art, it’s because the 5th Cairo International Arts District is happening right now. Inaugurated by Art D’égypte by Culturvator, it began on the 12th of October 2025 and runs until the 16th of November 2025, so there is still time to catch it and get your artistic fix.
Where Is Cairo International Art District
The exhibition spans various locations throughout Downtown Cairo, including the Shourbagy Building, where Villa Violette, Villa Victoria, Welad El Balad, and the rooftop are featured, as well as the Kodak Passageway, which will display a portion of the showcase until the 2nd of November. The exhibitions are open to visitors every day from 12 to 4 pm and from 5 to 9 pm with free entrance.
Who Is Participating in Cairo International Arts District
Showcasing a rich mix of global talent, the exhibition unites artists from nations including Italy, Germany, Austria, Portugal, Russia, South Korea, Brazil, Argentina, the United States, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Bahrain, and Oman. The lineup features renowned names such as Luigi Pensa, Jacopo Valentini, Alex Proba, Camille Fishel, J-Park, Darja Shatalova, Luz Iriarte, Noor Al Suwaidi, Rashed Al Shashai, Meshal Obaidallah, Sam Shendi, Amr Al Najma, Riham El Adl, Mohamed Abu El Naga, Mahmoud Hamdi, and Mohamed Banawy.
The Opening Ceremony of Cairo International Arts District
The inauguration drew a distinguished crowd, including His Excellency Michele Quaroni, Ambassador of Italy; His Excellency Albert G. Dole, Ambassador of Côte d’Ivoire; and Mr Byung-Chon Choi, Minister and Consul General of the Republic of Korea. They were accompanied by influential cultural figures, public personalities, and celebrities who came together to mark this lively celebration of art and creativity.
CIAD’s Collaboration with Korea
Celebrating 30 years of the diplomatic relationship between Egypt and Korea, this year CIAD focuses on Korea. Representing South Korea, Mr Byung-Chon Choi, Minister and Consul General, expressed his gratitude for the cultural collaboration, saying: “It’s an honour for Korea to take part as the guest nation at CIAD for the first time, a festival that fills Downtown Cairo with creative energy every autumn.
This opportunity is even more meaningful as it coincides with the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Egypt and Korea. We sincerely appreciate the admiration Egyptians have shown for our culture, from music and food to language, and it’s terrific to see that same passion now extended to Korean art.”
