Q1: security, food and health
Intersec and Gulfood run in January and WHX in February. Stand space and build windows are tight, so start planning in the previous year.
Spring: marine and leisure
The Dubai International Boat Show runs in April at Dubai Harbour.
Autumn: travel and trade
Arabian Travel Market runs in September. November brings Gulfood Manufacturing and GulfHost, Automechanika Dubai and Big 5 Global.
Year-end: technology and shopping
GITEX Global runs 7 to 11 December at Expo City Dubai, and the Dubai Shopping Festival runs from December into January.
How to use the calendar
- Pick the shows your buyers attend, not the biggest ones.
- Plan stand design and approvals 3 to 6 months ahead.
- Add outdoor, a launch or an activation around the show dates.
- Plan follow-up content and enquiries before the show opens.
Always confirm dates
Organisers can change dates and venues. Check the official show website before you commit.