Sharjah Art Foundation offers family-friendly activities for a summer to remember
Enjoy coffee in an iconic landmark, experience rain without getting wet, or join free workshops in Sharjah.
Sharjah, UAE, 23 July, 2025: This summer, Sharjah Art Foundation is offering a dynamic range of family-friendly activities and thought-provoking immersive experiences. Whether you're seeking cutting-edge art installations, or looking to develop your artistic skills, there is an exciting activity for everyone.
Rain Room: An Immersive Experience Like No Other
Visit the Rain Room, an innovative installation allowing visitors to walk through a continuous downpour without getting wet. This immersive artwork uses 2,500 litres of self-cleaning recycled water and advanced 3D tracking cameras that respond to human presence. As one moves through the darkened space, the rain pauses directly above, creating a unique sensory experience that explores our relationship with nature and technology.
Located in Al Majarrah, Sharjah, the Rain Room also welcomes guests to purchase a variety of merchandise as well as dine at the Fen Café & Restaurant.
A Fun Day at The Flying Saucer
In addition to the Rain Room, visitors can explore The Flying Saucer, an architectural landmark that has been beautifully restored and is now a vibrant cultural destination. Visitors can browse unique contemporary books at the art library, check out the SAF Shop offering a wide selection of art books, design-led gifts and educational materials perfect for all ages, or simply marvel at the building's striking design.
Be sure to stop by at the Fen Café & Restaurant where guests can savour a menu of food and beverages while soaking in the art-filled atmosphere. Study or work at the ‘Green Crater’, a sunken circular courtyard filled with lush vegetation and natural light. Various programmes, including film screenings, workshops, performances and readings are often held in the open café or library spaces, or in one of several enclosed ‘pods’: Meeting Pod for small convenings; the larger, multipurpose Activation Pod and a Craft Pod equipped for art workshops and hands-on activities.
Engaging Workshops for All Ages
From typography and filmmaking to puppet designing and music sessions, Sharjah Art Foundation also offers a diverse range of workshops for children, adults and families.
Designed for children ages 6 to 15, the workshops provide fun and hands-on experiences. All workshops are free, and materials are provided, with parents or guardians encouraged to participate alongside their children.
For visitors ages 17 and above, specialised workshops led by locally-based artists and cultural practitioners offer an opportunity to deepen their artistic skills and critical thinking in an engaging environment.
The Foundation is committed to making its programmes inclusive and accessible. The sessions are presented in both English and Arabic.
To register, or learn more about the full summer lineup of activities, visit sharjahart.org.
