2 - 7 February
Organiser: XPRIZE, Type: Competition
20
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24 February
Organiser: ADNEC Group, Type: Trade Exhibition
20 - 24 February
Organiser: ADNEC Group, Type: Trade Exhibition
Middle East Film & Comic Con
The Middle East Film and Comic Con (MEFCC), the first and largest popular culture festival in the region is returning for its 11th edition on the 3 - 5 March, 2023. MEFCC is one of the most talked about events in the region and is a showcase of both regional and international entertainment and popular culture including some of the world’s biggest brands in Film, TV, Sci-Fi, Animation, Manga, Comics, Collectibles and more.
National Service Careers Fair
National service careers fair aims to open channels of communication between graduates from the national and reserve service in the armed forces and the exhibitors from the government and private sectors to find job opportunities for the graduates, as well as to provide an opportunity for those who wish to continue their education.
3 - 5 March
Feb - Dec 2023
XPRIZE Feed the Next Billion
XPRIZE - Feed the Next Billion competition aims to find innovative ways to provide sufficient and nutritious food for the billions of people in the world.
The International Defence Exhibition and Conference
(IDEX)
Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates, IDEX is the only international defence exhibition and conference in the MENA region demonstrating the latest technology across land, sea and air sectors of defence. It is a unique platform to establish and strengthen relationships with government departments, businesses and armed forces throughout the region.
Naval Defence & Maritime Security Exhibition (NAVDEX)
NAVDEX is held alongside IDEX, the International Defence Exhibition and Conference, and features a purpose - built exhibition hall with adjacent marina for visiting naval ships, a pontoon for small crafts, daily water demonstrations and an outdoor display area. It provides a dedicated and focused platform for international naval defence and maritime security companies to showcase their technologies and services to an international audience.
Organiser: Informa Connect, Type: Consumer Event
6 - 8 March
Organiser: Index Conferences & Exhibitions Organization, Type: Exhibition & Conference
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: 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. Our value offering ranges from high level conferences delivered by industry experts, unique networking opportunities to firsthand access to top tier decision makers.
Organiser: dmg::events, Type: Exhibition & 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
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.
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.
15 - 16 May
Organiser: Terrapinn Middle East, Type: Trade Exhibition
15 - 16
May
Organiser: Terrapinn Middle East, Type: Trade Exhibition
15 - 16 May
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
16 - 18 May
Organiser: International Air Transport Association, Type: Conference
22 - 28 May
Organiser: Department of Culture and Tourism Abu Dhabi, Type: Trade & Consumer
Electric Vehicle Innovation Summit
As is true for many emerging technologies, vehicle electrification is experiencing rapid innovation. 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.
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.
29 - 31 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.
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: Nirvana Holding, Type: Exhibition & Conference
20 - 24 July
Organiser: Sigma Events, Type: Conference
23
- 29 August
Organiser: Emirates Falconers' Club, Type: Consumer Exhibition
2 - 5 October
Organiser: dmg::events, Type: Exhibition & Conference
10 - 13 October
Organiser: National Library and Archive, Type: Conference
World Investment Forum
The UNCTAD World Investment Forum 2023 will be jam-packed with insightful events, impactful initiatives, and innovative solutions to global investment-for-development challenges. The forum will aim to address key investment challenges caused by today’s multiple global crises, including the need to invest in food security, energy, health, supply chain resilience and productive capacity growth in the poorest countries – all under the established WIF theme of Investing in Sustainable
Auto Moto Show
The Auto Moto Show is the largest exhibition in the region specialized 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.
16
- 20 October
Feb - Dec 2023
Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition
Organized 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 prioritize the value of environmental, cultural, heritage, authentic sports and sustainable hunting.
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 event.
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: UNCTAD, Type: Conference
19
- 22 October
Organiser: Top Speed Events, Type: Public Event
25 - 27 October
Organiser: Zayed Higher Organization, Type: Competition
29 - 31 October
Organiser: Informa Middle East, Type: Exhibition
31 Oct - 2 Nov
Organiser: JOC Group, Type: Conference
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.
Global Media Congress (GMC)
Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Mansour Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Global Media Congress is accelerating change in media throughout the world requires global thought, outlook and collaboration to help businesses align, adapt, and thrive. The Global Media Congress offers the ideal platform to achieve this. 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.
1 - 5 November
Feb - Dec 2023
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. It also bridges the digital divide, which represents one of the challenges for any digital transformation initiative for Zayed Higher Organization category of people of determination.
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, meet potential students face-to-face, and establish credibility in a world-class exhibition.
IAPH World Ports Conference
World Ports Conference will bring together leading ports, their customers and stakeholders as well as regulators in a worldclass interactive event to imagine and deliver a future where ports lead in energy transition, data collaboration, reputation management and business innovation.
Organiser: Reed Exhibitions, Type: Trade Exhibition
14 - 16 November
Organiser: ADNEC Group, Type: Conference
16 - 19 November
Organiser: ADNEC Group, Type: Consumer Exhibition
18 - 19 November
Organiser: Baby Bazaar Exhibition Organizing, Type: Consumer Exhibition
19 - 21 November
Organiser: Emirates Insurance Association, Type: Conference
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. The MENA Feed to Food trade show will be divided into several segments covering everything from animal health to food engineering, IT and automation services.
Abu Dhabi International Food Exhibition (ADIFE)
Under the Patronage of, His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of the Presidential Court, and Chairman of the Board of Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA), 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.
Feb - Dec 2023
Abu Dhabi International Boat Show
The 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 to help boost the growth of this sector.
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.
Federation of Afro-Asian Insurers & Reinsurers Conference
FAIR is a regional organization registered with UNCTAD as a govermental and non-profit organization. It aims to become a driving force for international insurance cooperation by promoting collaboration and adoption of international standards.
20 - 22 November
Organiser: VNU Exhibitions, Type: Trade & Consumer Exhibition
27 - 29 November
Organiser: ADNEC Group, Type: Trade Exhibition
Abu
(ADDPE)
The 9th edition of 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.
