Teachers, school leaders, education ministries, technology companies and learning-resource suppliers will gather at Dubai World Trade Centre from 10 to 12 November 2026 when GESS Dubai returns for three days focused on the future of teaching and learning. GESS—Global Educational Supplies & Solutions—is one of the region's most established professional education events. The exhibition takes place in Sheikh Saeed Halls 1 to 3 and combines a large education-supplies marketplace with workshops, demonstrations, CPD-accredited conference sessions and discussions covering EdTech, artificial intelligence, school leadership and classroom practice. Unlike a general technology exhibition, GESS focuses on one question: Does this product actually help education? That distinction is

Farmers, agricultural technology companies, investors, government authorities and food-security specialists will gather at Dubai World Trade Centre from 26 to 28 October 2026 when Growtech Middle East returns with a significantly expanded platform covering agriculture, aquaculture, livestock, poultry and animal health. The exhibition is expected to bring together 150 exhibitors, more than 9,000 attendees from over 80 countries and approximately 8,000 square metres of exhibition space. For a region known for extreme heat, limited freshwater resources and heavy food-import dependence, agriculture is not simply a traditional industry. It is a strategic question. How can more food be produced using less water? Can controlled-environment agriculture compete

Government leaders, investors, infrastructure developers, sustainability experts and global businesses will gather at Dubai World Trade Centre on 21 and 22 October 2026 when the World Green Economy Summit returns for its 12th edition. Organised by the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority and the World Green Economy Organization, the summit will take place under the theme “From Success to Scale: Showcasing the Green Economy.” That theme captures one of the biggest challenges now facing the global sustainability movement. The world no longer lacks pilot projects. Solar farms exist. Electric vehicles are increasingly common. Battery storage is expanding. Green buildings have been demonstrated. Climate-finance

Opening at Q East by Alphabeta in Al Quoz this October, NESTT is a new 11,000 sq ft contemporary lifestyle destination bringing together fresh Euro-Mediterranean dining, a consciously designed indoor playground, creativity and community under one roof. Created by Haider Madani, Co-Founder of Mad-Room group and child psychologist parenting educator and Co-Founder of The Wise Parent Sarah Raslan, NESTT brings together two distinct areas of expertise: hospitality and child development. Their shared vision was to create a destination that feels equally considered for adults and children, without compromising the experience of either. Design plays a central role in bringing that vision to

Samsung Gulf Electronics is giving the usual coffee run a Galaxy makeover, teaming up with your neighborhood coffee brand Backyard for a limited time activation that brings coffee culture and Galaxy technology together. Until September 27, Backyard's Al Jada and Mirdif locations in Dubai will turn green for the takeover, giving visitors the chance to take part before it wraps up. Titled the Green Takeover, the activation is designed to give goers an immersive, hands-on introduction to Samsung's newest foldable devices, including the Galaxy Z Fold8, Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and Galaxy Z Flip8 in the online only exclusive Green colors,

If your idea of the perfect weekend morning is a good breakfast, an excellent cup of coffee and nowhere you need to be for the next few hours, Coffee Planet deserves a spot on your list. The UAE-born coffee brand has cafés across Dubai, so there's no need to trek across the city for your weekend fix, simply pick the location closest to home and settle in. With its cafés located within community spaces, Coffee Planet makes it easy to enjoy a relaxed breakfast without having to venture too far from home. But while the convenience makes it an easy choice,

The Coterie on Sheikh Zayed Road is set to mark the third anniversary of its beloved Quiz & Chips night this October. The popular weekly event will celebrate three years of competitive trivia, hearty British fare, and vibrant community spirit on Friday, 9 October, with a birthday edition promising bigger prizes, themed entertainment, and a warm gathering for regulars and newcomers alike. Hosted every Friday from 8PM, Quiz & Chips is led by Dane Bowers and Sibbers, whose lively hosting and engaging questions have made the event a Friday staple. For AED 225, guests receive five tokens to participate and enjoy

Dubai’s tourism industry is increasingly demonstrating its strength, with the city’s hotel sector delivering sustained performance growth, according to the latest data released by the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) ahead of the opening day of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026. The performance through August reflects the strength of the systems, partnerships and diversified market base that Dubai and its partners have built over the years. It is a testament to the resolve of an industry that has continued to invest, innovate and deliver for its guests, and it underlines confidence in the destination’s position heading into the final

Season 5 of the biggest cricket league in the Gulf region – the second-most watched T20 league in the world – DP World International League T20 will begin on Sunday, 22 November 2026. The six-team, 34-match tournament, which has featured some of the biggest T20 stars over the years, will climax with the Season 5 finale on Sunday, 20 December, at the Dubai International Stadium. The league moved to a December window in Season 4; the first three seasons were played in the January-February window. Season 4 was a big success with enhanced broadcast numbers, and spectator attendance. The tournament’s final

One of Dubai’s longest-running sporting traditions returns from 27 to 29 November 2026 when Emirates Dubai 7s takes over The Sevens Stadium on Al Ain Road. The event has grown far beyond a conventional rugby tournament. International rugby sevens remains at its heart, with the 2026–27 HSBC SVNS season beginning in Dubai across Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 November, but the wider festival now combines community sport, youth competitions, elite fitness, music, food and family entertainment. That mixture has helped Emirates Dubai 7s develop an identity that is difficult to compare with most other sporting events in the city. Some competitions ask spectators to