The Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) announced today an impressive line-up of industry-leading events taking place during the first half of 2025. The calendar for H1 includes over 100 diverse events, exhibitions and conferences spanning key growth sectors such as healthcare, pharmaceuticals, food and beverages, security, tourism and finance.
“Our dynamic calendar, featuring transformative new exhibitions and flagship mega-events such as Arab Health, Gulfood and Arabian Travel Market, will play a pivotal role in driving Dubai’s economic growth and fostering business and trade,” stated Mahir Abdulkarim Julfar, executive vice president at DWTC.
This robust lineup of events not only reinforces Dubai’s position as a global hub for business and innovation but also amplifies DWTC’s economic contributions, aligned with the objectives of the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33).
Key events taking place at DWTC in H1 2025
DWTC’s content-rich calendar for the first half of 2025 showcases some of the world’s leading trade and consumer events including:
DUPHAT: January 7-9
Kicking off the year and celebrating its 30th anniversary, the Dubai International Pharmaceuticals and Technologies Conference and Exhibition (DUPHAT) will bring the entire pharmaceutical industry together at DWTC for three days of vital networking, knowledge-sharing, and business development. This flagship event will showcase leading global pharmaceutical and manufacturing suppliers across the entire value chain.
Intersec: January 14-16
The 26th edition of Intersec, the world’s leading safety, security, and fire protection exhibition, returns at a pivotal time. As global threats continue to evolve and grow in complexity, this crucial forum brings together security agencies and professionals to explore strategic solutions. The event showcases how cutting-edge technologies such as AI, blockchain, and IoT are
iFX Expo Dubai: January 15 – 16
DWTC will also host iFX Expo Dubai, the premier global gathering in online trading. The expo is evolving from its pioneering roots to become the industry’s largest and most influential event, with a core mission of empowering the global trading ecosystem. Drawing top professionals from Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, the 2025 edition will showcase a comprehensive range of sectors, reflecting the industry’s growing complexity and interconnectedness.
Arab Health: January 27-30
Arab Health marks its 50th edition in 2025, cementing its legacy as the healthcare industry’s flagship event. The event has grown into a vital meeting ground, drawing over 3,000 participants from more than 70 countries—spanning hospital administrators, clinicians, dealers, distributors, technologists, investors and government officials. This milestone edition of the event at DWTC promises unparalleled opportunities for networking, knowledge sharing, and partnerships, further shaping the future of global healthcare.
World of Coffee Dubai: February 10-12
In February, DWTC will welcome the highly anticipated return of World of Coffee for its fourth edition, continuing its legacy as the event that unites every segment of the coffee industry. With the MENA coffee market projected to reach $1.33 billion by 2030 and an annual growth rate of 3.6 percent over the next five years, the event comes at a pivotal moment.
Gulfood: February 17-22
Gulfood, one of DWTC’s own flagship events, returns as the world’s largest annual F&B exhibition, spanning over 1 million square feet of exhibition space. In its milestone 30th edition, the event will host more than 5,000 companies showcasing over 100,000 food, beverage and catering-related products. Gulfood has become an essential platform for industry professionals to build connections, secure deals, launch products and unveil innovations.
Dubai International Horse Fair: March 17-19
The Dubai International Horse Fair returns with its most ambitious program yet, building on its 15-year legacy as the region’s premier equestrian gathering. The event serves as both a vital trade platform for the multi-billion-dollar equine industry and a spectacular showcase featuring the Dubai International Arabian Horse Championship. The event provides an unparalleled opportunity for suppliers to connect with enthusiasts, owners, breeders, stables and clubs.
Middle East Energy: April 7-9
In April, DWTC will feature an array of events starting with Middle East Energy. Marking its 49th edition, this event is MENA’s most comprehensive energy exhibition and conference, serving as the premier platform for global energy leaders who will converge to shape industry futures.
Arabian Travel Market: April 28 – May 2
Arabian Travel Market returns to DWTC this year, reinforcing its position as the premier event for global travel and tourism growth. This four-day event serves as the region’s essential meeting point for the travel industry, where international destinations connect with buyers and trade visitors through dynamic networking opportunities, business negotiations, interactive demonstrations and thought-leadership sessions.
CABSAT Middle East and Satellite Middle East: May 13-15
CABSAT Middle East, the MEASA region’s leading platform for media, entertainment, and satellite technology, has attracted participants from over 120 countries for more than three decades, to advance thought leadership, innovation, best practices and diversity within the global media and entertainment community.
GISEC: May 16 – 18
“A bold new future: AI-driven cyber resilience,” is the 2025 theme for GISEC, building on its reputation as the GCC’s leading platform for cybersecurity organizations to connect with businesses and government entities. The event’s significance is underscored by its record-breaking 2024 performance, where it achieved three Guinness World Records for hosting the most nationalities in both a gamified cybersecurity training category and an IoT awareness lesson, as well as conducting the largest IoT awareness lesson ever held.
Seamless Middle East 2025: May 20-22
DWTC will also host Seamless Middle East 2025 this year. The event focuses on the future of digital commerce and brings together industry professionals from sectors such as digital payments, fintech, banking, retail, e-commerce, cards and identity. It will feature over 750 exhibitors and 800 speakers, providing a platform for networking, knowledge sharing and showcasing the latest innovations and trends in the digital commerce landscape.
Middle East Rail: June 24-25
Wrapping up the first half of 2025, DWTC will feature a dynamic lineup of events in June, including Middle East Rail, the MENA region’s largest and most influential transport event. Renowned for spotlighting innovation, technology and strategic advancements in the rail industry, this year’s edition takes on added significance by co-locating with Mobility Live Middle East. The collaboration comes at a crucial time, aligning with the region’s rapid progress in digitized railways and mobility projects.
