23 Mar - 20 Apr
Capital Majlis
This Ramadan will be extra special at Capital Majlis with our delicious Arabian Nights Iftar and Suhoor menus featuring Emirati, Arabic and International cuisines. Enjoy a selection of regional delicacies and sweets prepared by our seasoned, awardwinning chefs in the luxurious ambience of Capital Majlis.
Organiser: ADNEC Group Type: Public Event
27 Mar - 20 Apr
Ramadan & Eid Festival
This is an extremely popular annual exhibitions for the whole family. The event combines a mixture of traditional festivities, shopping, Arabic food and games.
23 Mar - 20 Apr
April - December 2023 EVENTS
Abu Dhabi Summer SportsRamadan Edition
Abu Dhabi Summer Sports - Ramadan Edition provides the perfect hub for the whole family where each member from any age group will find something sporty and fun to do according to their fitness levels. The sports hub will include more than 20 indoor tracks.
Organiser: ADNEC Group Type: Public Event
29 - 30 April
The School & Nursery Show
The School & Nursery Show is packed with an amazing line-up of schools & nurseries, giving parents a unique and FREE opportunity to get all their education questions answered under one roof.
Organiser: Excon Middle East Exhibitions and Conferences Type: Consumer Exhibition
3 May
Oracle CloudWorld Tour
Abu Dhabi
CloudWorld Tour is your once-a-year chance to experience the energy and excitement of the global conference in Abu Dhabi, right at your doorstep. You’ll discover the ideas, skills, and solutions to solve your most challenging busi-ness problems at the largest gathering of the Oracle community in your region.
Organiser: Oracle Corporation Type: Conference
8 - 10 May
Annual Investment Meeting Congress
The Annual Investment Meeting (AIMC) is an initiative of the AIM Foundation, an independent international organization fully committed to empower the world’s economy by boosting effective promotion strategies and facilitating opportunities for economic productivity and expansion.
Organiser: Strategic Marketing Management Exhibition & Conference Organisers Type: Conference
Organiser: Baby Bazaar Exhibition Organizing Type: Consumer Exhibition
8 - 10 May
World Utilities Congress
A global platform for the entire power & water utilities value chain hosted by TAQA and held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Khalid Bin Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The World Utilities Congress offers a versatile opportunity for attendees to gain relevant insight into the world of utilities.
Organiser: dmg::events Type: Exhibition & Conference
15 - 16 May
Middle East Rail
Middle East Rail is the largest and most established transport event in the Middle East, North Africa and South Asia. This unmissable annual event brings together the leaders of the entire transportation community and hosts more regional and international government representatives than any other event.
Organiser: Terrapinn Middle East Type: Trade Exhibition
15 - 16 May
The Roads and Traffic Expo
The Roads and Traffic Expo ME is intentionally designed to inspire and encourage knowledge exchange and to showcase disruptive solution providers who promise world-class excellence and infrastructure delivery.
Organiser: Terrapinn Middle East Type: Trade Exhibition
16 - 18 May
35th IATA Ground Handling Conference
The IATA Ground Handling Conference (IGHC) is the most important annual event of the industry. It brings together industry's leaders from airlines, airports, ground service providers to manufacturers.
Organiser: International Air Transport Association Type: Conference
22 - 25 May
Sheikh Zayed Book Award
The Sheikh Zayed Book Award commemorates the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, Founding President of the UAE and Ruler of Abu Dhabi, and his pioneering role in promoting national unity and development. The Award, and its associated accolades, are presented annually to outstanding writers, intellectuals, and publishers, as well as young talent whose writing and translation in humanities objectively enriches Arab intellectual, cultural, literary and social life.
Organiser: Department of Culture and Tourism Abu Dhabi Type: Trade & Consumer
29 - 31 May
Electric Vehicle Innovation Summit
The Middle East & Africa Electric Vehicle Market is expected to witness substantial growth & business opportunities over the next decade. EVIS is unique by integrating inter-related technologies at one event, allowing attendees to network across the value chains and exploit new opportunities at the intersection of EV technologies.
Organiser: Nirvana Holding Type: Exhibition & Conference
15 - 16 May
April - December 2023
Mobility Live
Mobility Live brings together disruptors, their technology and their attitude with stakeholders across all modes and disciplines: to dialogue, to create insight and promote collaboration.
Organiser: Terrapinn Middle East Type: Trade Exhibition
21 - 22 May
The 2nd Arabic Publishing and Creative Industries Congress
The Congress aims to showcase the latest trends in publishing, highlighting the adaptation of books into other formats. The Congress is the first in the Arabic publishing world to facilitate conversation between publishers, content creators, thought leaders, and entrepreneurs from different platforms.
Organiser: Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Center Type: Event
22 - 28 May
Abu Dhabi International Book Fair
ADIBF is the beating heart of the publishing industry in the Middle East and North Africa. Every year, literary professionals from around the world come together and Abu Dhabi becomes the centre of the global marketplace for rights negotiations, licensing deals and more.
Organiser: Department of Culture and Tourism Abu Dhabi Type: Trade & Consumer
6 Jun - 12 Aug
Abu Dhabi Summer Sports
Abu Dhabi Summer Sports provides the perfect hub for the whole family, perfect for all ages and fitness levels. The sports hub will include more than 25 indoor tracks and fields equipped according to the highest standards and criteria.
Organiser: ADNEC Group Type: Public Event
20 - 23 Jul
34th International Nursing Research Congress
Join Sigma to connect and engage with over 800 nurse researchers, students, clinicians, and leaders who are focused on evidence-based research. The main theme is to connect nursing globally through research and evidence dissemination.
Organiser: Sigma Events Type: Conference
20 - 22 Sep
Maissane Design in Abu Dhabi
The Maïssane Design, international exhibition of artistic and exceptional craftsmanship, aims to bring together for 3 days, painters, designers, photographers, sculptors, jewelers, cabinetmakers, framers, luthiers, ironworkers, etc. It is the first design fair to integrate all trends in art, decoration, and interior architecture.
Organiser: PDG Mayanne Evenementiel Type: Public
10 - 13 Oct
International Congress on Archives
The ICA Abu Dhabi Congress, Enriching Knowledge Societies, will be an opportunity for the global archives profession to share innovative ideas and research and for colleagues from allied and other professions to join the discussion at this important event.
Organiser: International Council on Archives Type: Conference
16 - 20 Oct
World Investment Forum UNCTAD
The UNCTAD World Investment Forum 2023 will be packed with events, initiatives, and solutions to global investment-fordevelopment challenges. The forum will aim to address key investment challenges caused by multiple global crises, including investment in food security, energy, health, supply chain resilience and productive capacity growth in the poorest countries.
Organiser: UNCTAD Type: Conference
23 - 29 Aug
April - December 2023
Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition
Organised by the Emirates Falconers’ Club, this highly participated and visited event attracts local and global attendees who are decision makers with high purchasing power and has continued to prioritise the value of environmental, cultural, heritage, authentic sports and sustainable hunting.
Organiser: Emirates Falconers' Club Type: Consumer Exhibition
2 - 5 Oct
Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (ADIPEC)
ADIPEC provides a unique platform for interaction between leading NOCs, IOCs and IECs. Leading energy companies from around the world convene and bring industry leading technologies and solutions to the world’s largest oil, gas and energy
Organiser: dmg::events Type: Exhibition & Conference
14 - 15 Oct
Abu Dhabi Sports & Fitness Expo
Abu Dhabi Sport & Fitness Expo is the premier fitness expo organized by Universal Muscle Fitness Fashion. The expo will bring together top fitness companies in the region displaying their most trendy and innovative fitness products and technology. Also an inspiring line-up of fitness celebrities, international competitions and fitness classes for all ages to enjoy.
Organiser: Universal Muscle Fitness Fashion Type: Consumer Show
19 - 22 Oct
Auto Moto Show
The Auto Moto Show is the largest exhibition in the region specialised in modified cars and motorbikes, which brings together local and international companies, amateurs and those interested in this sector under one area with the various and unique events and sections accompanying the exhibition.
Organiser: Top Speed Events Type: Public Event
25 - 27 Oct
Global Information Technology Challenge
Global Information Technology Challenge for People of Determination competition is an initiative, that flows directly into the national policy to empower people of determination launched by the UAE government. The competition enables people of determination to access information using their capabilities without assistance from others.
Organiser: Zayed Higher Organization Type: Competition
31 Oct - 2 Nov
IAPH World Ports Conference
World Ports Conference will bring together leading ports, their customers and stakeholders as well as regulators in a world-class interactive event to imagine and deliver a future where ports lead in energy transition, data collaboration, reputation management and business innovation.
Organiser: JOC Group Type: Conference
9 - 12 Nov
Abu Dhabi International Boat Show
Abu Dhabi International Boat Show (ADIBS) is an unmissable global opportunity for learning about the latest innovations in boating, fishing, and water sports. Bringing together some of the world’s best brands and industry specialists, ADIBS is the ideal show for leisure marine companies to exhibit, discuss business and find partnerships.
Organiser: ADNEC Group Type: Consumer Exhibition
14 - 16 Nov
Global Media Congress (GMC)
Global Media Congress is accelerating change in media throughout the world. The event plays a key role in facilitating business connections globally and fostering brand reinvention in facilitating business connections globally and fostering brand reinvention in the new media landscape.
Organiser: ADNEC Group Type: Conference
29 - 31 Oct
Najah Education & Training
Najah's track record of providing an effective platform for successful higher education student recruitment in the UAE makes it an outstanding event for universities to take part in. It is an excellent venue for universities, colleges, and other higher learning institutions to showcase their programs and meet potential students face-to-face.
Organiser: Informa Middle East Type: Exhibition
1 - 5 Nov
International Jewellery and Watch Show (JWS)
Jewellery & Watch Show Abu Dhabi is an event that has been providing a treasure trove of jewels to enthusiasts across the GCC for the best part of three decades, consistently presenting unique products designed to dazzle and delight.
Organiser: Reed Exhibitions Type: Trade & Consumer Exhibition
13 - 15 Nov
Tawdheef
Recruitment Show
Tawdheef 2023 is the UAE’s leading Emiratisation platform serving the purpose of supporting the Government mandate in boosting the share of UAE Nationals in the workforce in the public and private sectors by matching the HR requirements of crossindustries organisation with the qualified Emirati talents.
Organiser: Informa Middle East Type: Trade
18 - 19 Nov
The School & Nursery Show
The School & Nursery Show is packed with an amazing line-up of schools & nurseries, giving parents a unique and FREE opportunity to get all their education questions answered under one roof.
Organiser: Baby Bazaar Exhibition Organizing Type: Consumer Exhibition
19 - 21 Nov
Federation of Afro-Asian Insurers & Reinsurers Conference
The FAIR Conference has consistently drawn in hundreds of attendees, including prominent industry executives and key decision makers from the global insurers and reinsurers markets. The conference offers an excellent opportunity to network with business partners and renowned
Organiser: Emirates Insurance Association Type: Conference
20 - 22 Nov
Heritage Middle East
Heritage Middle East is planned to be a meeting point for institutions and companies which lead the museology sector around the world.
Organiser: TG EKSPO Type: Trade
27 - 29 Nov
Abu Dhabi Date Palm Exhibition (ADDPE)
Abu Dhabi Date Palm Exhibition (ADDPE) collocated with Abu Dhabi International Food Exhibition (ADIFE) this year and will provide the biggest international platform for exhibitors to showcase their products and boost their presence in the global market. ADDPE is a dedicated platform for date trading.
Organiser: ADNEC Group Type: Trade Exhibition
20 - 22 Nov
UPCOMING
April - December 2023 EVENTS
ViV MEA
VIV MEA 2023 will mark the fourth edition of the Middle East and North Africa region's leading biennial trade show for the animal protein industry. It will showcase all types of animal proteins and will allow exhibitors to showcase cutting-edge products, latest technologies and industry insights.
Organiser: VNU Exhibitions Type: Trade & Consumer Exhibition
27 - 29 Nov
Abu Dhabi International Food Exhibition (ADIFE)
Abu Dhabi International Food Exhibition (ADIFE) offers a critical platform for food market leaders, agritech experts, food content creators, and government professionals from across the globe to exchange ideas and discuss opportunities for business partnerships.
Organiser: ADNEC Group Type: Trade Exhibition
27 - 29 Nov
WorldSkills Asia 2023
Wordskills Asia is a non-profit association of member states that promotes excellence in the field of skills and competency development. We raise awareness of the importance of professional excellence and high-quality vocational education and training of Asian youth and economies.
Organiser: ACTVET Type: Public Event