Dubai has become one of the world's busiest cities for technology events. This calendar lists the major AI and tech events coming up in Dubai and the UAE, what each one is best for, and how to choose where to exhibit, speak or attend.
Quick answer: The biggest upcoming AI and tech events in Dubai are GITEX GLOBAL (7–11 December 2026) and Expand North Star (8–10 December 2026) at Expo City Dubai. They are followed by WHX Tech (27–29 January 2027), the World Governments Summit (1–3 February 2027), Dubai AI Week (expected April 2027) and GISEC GLOBAL cybersecurity (expected May 2027).
| Event | Dates | Venue | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| GITEX GLOBAL 2026 | 7–11 Dec 2026 | Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo City | Enterprise and government tech buyers, AI, cloud, cyber |
| Expand North Star 2026 | 8–10 Dec 2026 | Expo City Dubai (with GITEX) | Startups, investors, founders |
| WHX Tech 2027 | 27–29 Jan 2027 | Dubai World Trade Centre | Healthtech and digital health |
| World Governments Summit 2027 | 1–3 Feb 2027 | Dubai | Government, policy, AI governance, future tech |
| Dubai AI Week 2027 | Expected April 2027 (TBC) | Various venues, Dubai | AI leaders, policymakers, AI startups |
| GISEC GLOBAL 2027 | Expected May 2027 (TBC) | Dubai Exhibition Centre | Cybersecurity buyers and CISOs |
Dates marked TBC have not been officially confirmed by the organisers at the time of writing. Check each event's official website before making plans.
The region's flagship tech show moves to Dubai Exhibition Centre at Expo City Dubai for its 46th edition. The GITEX Scale Summit opens on 7 December, and the expo runs from 8 to 11 December. It is the single most important show for AI, cloud, cybersecurity and digital transformation companies targeting the Middle East. (GITEX) Read our complete GITEX GLOBAL 2026 guide.
Running alongside GITEX, Expand North Star brings together startups, venture capital, corporates and governments. It is ideal for founders raising capital, corporates scouting innovation and investors seeking deal flow.
WHX Tech takes place from 27 to 29 January 2027 at Dubai World Trade Centre, alongside World Health Expo. It is where healthtech, AI-in-healthcare and digital health companies meet hospital groups and health authorities. (EIN Presswire)
The World Governments Summit returns from 1 to 3 February 2027. It is not a trade show, but it shapes government priorities on AI, digital government and future technologies, and it attracts heads of state, ministers and global tech leaders. (WAM)
Organised by the Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence under the Dubai Future Foundation, Dubai AI Week brings together a series of AI events, including summits, a festival and specialist conferences. The 2026 edition ran from 6 to 9 April. 2027 dates have not yet been announced, but April is expected. (Dubai Media Office)
The Middle East and Africa's largest cybersecurity event is expected in May 2027 at Dubai Exhibition Centre. Confirm final dates with the organiser.
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