Two days of exhibition and discussions about the future of artificial intelligence

The Dubai AI Festival will take place on Monday, October 26 and Tuesday, October 27, 2026, corresponding to 4 and 5 Aban 1405, at the Dubai World Trade Centre. This event brings together technology companies, startups, investors, and government and business leaders to showcase AI solutions and explore collaboration opportunities.

From the future of jobs to the application of AI in industries

The future of work, automation, infrastructure and investment, AI literacy, and responsible use of technology are the main themes of the festival. Event programs will also explore AI applications in banking, healthcare, government services, transportation, and smart cities.

Specialized sessions, workshops, and innovation showcases

Festival programs include speeches, specialized discussions, roundtables, and workshops in the "Plenary Stage", "Innovation Stage", and "Roundtables and Workshops" sections. Visitors can familiarize themselves with the solutions of companies active in AI and explore business and investment collaboration opportunities. The facilities for one-on-one meetings and special professional networking lounges depend on the type of entry pass.

Event date and time

• Gregorian date: October 26 and 27, 2026

• Jalali date: 4 and 5 Aban 1405

• Days of the event: Monday and Tuesday

• Visiting hours: The exact opening and closing times of the exhibition section have not been specified on the reviewed official pages; please check the entry pass information and the official event schedule before attending.

Ticket price and entry conditions

• Ticket price: $50 for the "Event Pass", which includes access to the exhibition, conference sessions, and a list of exhibitors and programs in the app.

• Premium networking pass: Discounted price of $2,100; full price is $3,000.

• Entry conditions: Active professionals and interested public can attend by registering and obtaining an entry pass; age restrictions have not been specified on the reviewed pages.

• Registration method: Through the official website; special passes for senior executives and investors are also provided upon request and approval from the organizer.

Venue and address

• Venue: Dubai World Trade Centre

• Halls: Hall 1 and Za'abeel Hall 3, according to the official calendar of the venue

• Address: Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

• Metro access: World Trade Centre station on the red line of the Dubai Metro, next to the exhibition venue.

Organizer and contact information

Organizer: Dubai AI Campus, part of the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), managed by Terrapinn.
Direct contact with the event: Contact form and general inquiries
General email of Terrapinn office in Dubai: enquiry.me@terrapinn.com
Phone number of Terrapinn office in Dubai: +971 4 440 2500.

Website and ticket purchase

Official festival website

Registration and ticket purchase