Building on the success of its 2023 debut, Creative Dialogues returns to Beirut on September 12–14, 2025, bringing a fresh format, new perspectives, and an expanded program of talks, workshops, and creative experiences.
Set in the heart of the city, the event will unite leading voices and emerging talent from art, design, architecture, culture, and beyond to explore the future of the creative economy in the MENA region. The event aims to spark cross-disciplinary collaboration, inspire innovation, and empower the next generation of creatives.
Highlights of Creative Dialogues
- Creative Dialogues returns to Beirut for its second edition as an international event, hosted and sponsored by YVT Consultancy, a firm based in UAE, KSA, and Oman.
- Creative Dialogues is set to become an annual platform celebrating innovation, collaboration, and the growth of the MENA creative industries.
- A curated program of live talks, interactive sessions, hands-on activations, and participation from international and regional speakers across diverse creative disciplines.
- Hosted at prime locations and landmarks across Beirut
- Cross-sector collaborations aim to bridge art, design, entrepreneurship, culture, and social initiatives.
- Supported by a dynamic ecosystem of regional partners, including our education partner the Lebanese American University (LAU), Majal Design School, Hkeeli, Nuhad Es-Said Pavilion, Beit Beirut, Bossa Nova Beirut, and other collaborators.
- Public installation at Bossa Nova Hotel, by 11 students from Majal Design School, under the theme Beirut Visualized, Beirut Re-imagined
- Participation and support by LAU student volunteers.
- The event is free (pre-registration required)
We aim to spotlight young creatives and future leaders.
Day One, hosted in partnership with the Lebanese American University (LAU) at its Beirut campus, will center on emerging talent through student-led programming, curated talks, and keynote sessions. The day’s theme explores the intersection of nature and the man-made, encouraging students, academics, and professionals to rethink and reimagine our natural connections in creative work.
In collaboration with Majal Design School, 11 students have now been selected to showcase their works at the Bossa Nova Hotel, transforming it into a temporary gallery under the theme Beirut Visualized ,Beirut Reimagined. This initiative offers young creatives a unique opportunity to showcase their work, connect with regional industry leaders, and gain professional exposure in a vibrant cultural setting.
Dynamic Sessions and Iconic Venues: Conversations at Beit Beirut
Days Two and Three will unfold at the iconic Beit Beirut, co-curated by architect Hala Younes in collaboration with Hkeeli.
Day Two – Cross-Disciplinary Creativity and Innovation
It begins with a morning session at Fleurs du Liban, Lebanon’s leading flower distributor, cultivating over 200 varieties of cut flowers across five villages. The day includes talks, panels, and interactive sessions exploring the intersection of art, design, culture, and social initiatives.
Day Three – Cultural Legacy and Sustainable Creative Futures
It starts with a session at Nuhad Es-Said Pavilion, an extension of the National Museum of Beirut dedicated to celebrating Lebanon’s cultural heritage. It features a mix of talks, panels, and immersive experiences that connect history, heritage, and community engagement.
Together, these two days provide a rich blend of programming, encouraging reflection, collaboration, and innovation.
The full agenda is now available on the website. The event is free, with pre-registration required.
Regional & International Guests Participation
Creative Dialogues is proud to host key industry leaders, creatives, thinkers, and regional collaborators. For international and regional guests, we have curated a dedicated experience program with our partners in Beirut and partnered with Bossa Nova Hotel as the official accommodation partner.
We look forward to engaging with our regional community and welcoming them once again to Beirut!
