Symposium Format - ISEA INTERNATIONAL

Programme Location and Formats

ISEA2026 will unfold across a constellation of venues that fuse art, technology and innovation. The exhibition programme venues in Dubai will be in various locations, including the well-known Al Shindagha location, where heritage and innovation converge. Proposals may range from site-specific installations and performances to digital, immersive, or research-based works exploring intersections of art, science and technology.

Online and/or Hybrid

ISEA2026 will include an online component to the symposium to ensure accessibility for participants who are unable to travel.

This hybrid format will support both exhibition and artwork presentations as well as academic submissions, enabling global participation across creative and scholarly communities. By integrating virtual engagement, ISEA2026 reinforces its commitment to inclusivity, collaboration and the exchange of ideas across borders.

Academic Conference

The academic conference will be hosted at Zayed University Conference Center, but also will migrate and unfold at different locations over several days. This will allow for a comprehensive experience of the city and ensure locations and exhibitions are highlighted.