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Marrakech Biennale 6th Edition Reveals 47 Participating Artists

festival-fair · 2026-05-01

The 6th Marrakech Biennale, curated by Reem Fadda, will run from February 24 to May 8, 2016. This year's theme, "Not New Now," explores society’s fixation on novelty, featuring the works of 47 artists including Talal Afifi, Haig Aivazian, El Anatsui, Tarek Atoui, and Kader Attia. The event will be hosted in five historic sites across Marrakech’s medina, such as Koutoubia Mosque and Palais Bahia. Notably, this biennale offers free admission to all visitors, making it more accessible to the public. The initiative aims to celebrate and reflect on artistic diversity within the region.

Key facts

  • 6th Marrakech Biennale announced 47 participating artists
  • Curated by Reem Fadda
  • Title: Not New Now
  • Runs 24 February to 8 May 2016
  • Five historical locations in Marrakech medina: Koutoubia Mosque, Palais Badii, Palais Bahia, Dar Si Said, Menara Pavilion
  • Programme free of charge for first time
  • Artists include El Anatsui, Mona Hatoum, David Hammons, and others

Entities

Artists

Institutions

  • Marrakech Biennale
  • Koutoubia Mosque
  • Palais Badii
  • Palais Bahia
  • Dar Si Said
  • Menara Pavilion

Locations

  • Marrakech
  • Morocco
  • Koutoubia Mosque
  • Palais Badii
  • Palais Bahia
  • Dar Si Said
  • Menara Pavilion
  • medina of Marrakech

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