New Alamein City will become the epicenter of international sculptural artistry this August, as it hosts the first local edition and tenth national iteration of the Egypt International Sculpture Symposium, from August 6 to 30, 2025. The event, organized under the auspices of the Ministry of Housing, Utilities and Urban Communities, and the New Urban Communities Authority, affirms New Alamein’s growing stature as a cultural and creative destination on the Mediterranean coast.
Curated by celebrated Egyptian artist Mohamed Hamida, the symposium will feature 30 top-tier sculptors from across the globe, working in disciplines such as stone carving, recycled material sculpture, and metal art. Their participation will turn the city into a living, open-air studio, where the public can witness the transformation of raw materials into monumental works of art in real time.
“We are thrilled to welcome some of the world’s finest sculptors to New Alamein,” said Eng. Ahmed Ibrahim, Head of the New Alamein City Authority. “This event is not only a celebration of global talent, but a powerful expression of our commitment to integrating art into the city’s modern urban identity.”
All completed artworks will be donated to the city, becoming permanent installations in public spaces, parks, and plazas, contributing to the visual identity and cultural richness of New Alamein.
The symposium will also feature:
- Live workshops and masterclasses in various sculptural techniques
- A contemporary art exhibition
- A formal closing gala titled “Art Dinner”
- A cultural itinerary for participating artists, including visits to Alexandria, the Pyramids of Giza, and the Grand Egyptian Museum
The symposium is free and open to the public, creating a unique opportunity for residents and visitors to experience art in the making—on a scale and platform rarely seen in the region.
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