Venue & Travel
GESS Dubai 2026 will take place at the Dubai World Trade Centre – here's everything you need to plan your visit and enjoy a smooth experience at the show.
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Opening Times
Tues, 10 November, 10:00 - 18:00
Weds, 11 November, 10:00 - 18:00
Thurs, 12 November, 10:00 - 17:00
Hotels
Local hotels can assist with acquiring visas for your stay.
For full visa information, including whether or not you require one for your stay please click here.
Our Official Travel Partner, Travelex Travels & Tours LLC, can help you in booking flights, hotels, tours, etc...
Getting to the Show
Dubai World Trade Centre is a centrally located, world-class B2B venue with everything needed for a top-tier trade show—all under one roof. The closest entrance to the Sheikh Saeed Halls is via the Exhibition Plaza, just off Sheikh Zayed Road. Parking is available next to the Plaza and at the nearby Sheikh Rashid Parking Tower.
By Metro
The DWTC metro station is directly connected to the venue via the Red Line. It’s a fast, affordable, and reliable way to reach the show.
By Car
Located in the heart of Dubai’s Business District, the venue is easily accessible by car. Parking is available next to the Exhibition Plaza and at the nearby Sheikh Rashid Parking Tower.
By Air
Dubai World Trade Centre is just a 10-minute drive from Dubai International Airport (DXB), one of the world’s busiest and most well-connected airports. With flights arriving from over 240 destinations, getting to GESS Dubai is easy—no matter where you're coming from.
By Taxi
Taxis are widely available throughout Dubai. Ask your driver to drop you off at the Exhibition Plaza entrance on Sheikh Zayed Road for the quickest access to the Sheikh Saeed Halls.
Accessibility
All exhibition halls, meeting rooms and public areas are accessible by wheelchair. Toilets on the ground floor and above Exhibition Halls 6, 7 and 8 also have disabled access.
There are specific parking bays which are reserved for disabled drivers, on arrival at the Venue please ask the Car Parking attendants for further information.
Manual Wheelchairs
Collection points: Convention Gate, Hall 1 & EMS all have a stock of manual wheelchairs, but they’re not powered. The DWTC does not have scooters available for hire.
Rental procedure: Wheelchairs can be rented at no charge by simply handing over an original ID (Emirates ID/ passport/ license) including the client’s name and phone number. Original ID will be returned to the client upon receiving the wheelchair.
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Start your journey in 3 simple steps...
1
Complete the Enquiry Form
2
Discuss Exhibiting Options
3
Book Your Stand
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