Xposure International Photography Festival 2024

The eighth and biggest edition of what is arguably the world’s largest in-person photography festival (20,000+ visitors last year) runs 28 February to 5 March in Expo Centre Sharjah.

More than 400 photographers from over 50 nations will be showing work, and with more than 90 solo and group exhibitions it’s expected there will be over 2,500 prints on display. Xposure also has more than 65 workshops and masterclasses, 45 talks and panel sessions, a programme of upskilling and portfolio reviews, and a trade show with 20 manufacturers and retailers (most with special deals on offer).

There will also be the prizegiving for the annual Xposure Photography Awards, the main ones coming on the evenings of 3 and 4 March.

Whether you’re a seasoned professional or an amateur with a passion for photography, Xposure almost certainly has something for you; and there’s more of a focus this year on art prints, so collectors are covered too. At this price, what’s not to like? Preregister here for a visitor’s badge.

Xposure is open daily 10am to 10pm (except Friday 1 March when it’s 2-10pm).