Dubai to host 20 major global exhibitions and events in November

Dubai's World Trade Centre and Dubai Exhibition Centre (Expo City Dubai) will host 20 major international exhibitions and events in November. These events span a wide array of industries, including food and beverages, construction, automotive, education, policing, security, art, fitness, and technology.

The November calendar kicks off with ISM Middle East, the 19th edition of the event, taking place from November 3rd to 5th. This year's program includes over 120 expert-led talks and panels focusing on sustainability, ethical sourcing, waste reduction, and next-generation eco-friendly packaging. Private Label Middle East follows suit, with more than 600 brands and 200 manufacturers from 50 countries expected to attend from the same dates.

Dubai's biggest events continue throughout December, including GITEX, Big 5, Beautyworld, and others. Gulfood Manufacturing returns for its 12th edition from November 3rd to 5th, attracting more than 2,500 exhibitors from 72 countries and spanning five key sectors: ingredients, processing, packaging, supply chain solutions, and control and automation. The event also features the FoodTech Summit.

GulfHost, which connects global suppliers and HoReCa buyers, coincides with Gulfood Manufacturing from the same dates. GESS Dubai runs from November 10th to 12th, focusing on the future of education with dedicated exhibitions and panel discussions on AI and AR tools transforming learning.

The month also sees EV World from November 10th to 12th, bringing together manufacturers, policymakers, and investors to explore innovations in electric vehicles, charging infrastructure, and smart mobility. Automechanika Dubai returns for its 23rd year from November 10th to 12th, hosted by the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure and Roads and Transport Authority (RTA). The event spans over 30,000 trade buyers, 11 product sections, and showcases fleet, workshop, and mobility conferences.

Other events include the World Vape Show (sixth year) and World Tobacco Middle East, both from November 10th and 11th. The 1st ICAI GCC Annual International Conference on Finance takes place on November 14th and 15th, under the theme "Chakra: The Wheel of the Rising Era." The conference brings together finance professionals, business leaders, and policymakers to discuss economic growth, leadership, and business transformation.

The Dubai World Trade Centre aims to host nearly 3 million visitors in 2025. The International Apparel & Textile Fair, Middle East Organic and Natural Products Expo, Dubai International Food Safety Conference, and World Art Dubai all take place in November.