GITEX Global 2026

GITEX Global 2026 comes to Dubai in December. It runs from 7 to 11 December 2026. It is the world’s largest tech and startup show. The show covers AI, data, cybersecurity, chips, and more. Bolo Asan brings you this plain guide. You will find dates, venues, tickets, and travel tips here.

Quick Answer: GITEX Global 2026 runs from 7 to 11 December 2026 in Dubai. The Summit takes place on 7 December at Dubai World Trade Centre. The expo runs from 8 to 11 December. It takes place at Dubai Exhibition Centre in Expo City Dubai. You need a pass from the official ticket page.

Dates and Venues

GITEX Global 2026 runs for five days. It starts on Monday 7 December. It ends on Friday 11 December. The week has two parts. Each part has its own venue.

The Summit is a one-day event. It takes place on 7 December at Dubai World Trade Centre. The expo runs for four days. It takes place from 8 to 11 December at Dubai Exhibition Centre. The expo sits in the North and South Halls. This is the first time the expo takes place at this venue. It is in its 46th year.

Note: Do not go to Dubai World Trade Centre for the expo. The expo sits at Expo City Dubai. Only the Summit takes place at Dubai World Trade Centre.

The show week sits inside a longer Dubai period. The official site calls it Techcation. It runs from 4 to 14 December 2026. You can plan extra days around the show.

Who Should Go

GITEX Global 2026 suits people who work with tech. It suits founders, investors, and buyers. It suits students who study tech. It suits people who want to see new tech up close.

Key Point: The Summit is a high-level day. It brings ministers, policymakers, tech leaders, investors, and founders together. Policymakers are people who make rules for a country.

Tech workers can see new tools for their jobs. Founders can meet investors and buyers. Students can see how tech firms work. Buyers can compare products in one place.

The Summit talks cover big themes. The day covers three big themes. They are The Compute Economy, The New Map of Capital, and Future Frontiers. The day also holds the LIVX World Longevity Forum. It also holds the GITEX Capital Forum. A gala dinner closes the day.

Bolo Asan Guide to GITEX Tickets

You need a pass to enter GITEX Global 2026. The official ticket page lists eight pass types. Each pass covers set days and set parts of the show. Pick the pass that fits your plan.

The Visitor Pass is the main pass for most people. It gives expo entry from 8 to 11 December. It covers GITEX Global, Expand North Star, and LivX. It gives all free talks at the venue. It gives the mobile app for networking. It does not give the Summit. It does not give lounge entry. It does not give paid training or workshops.

Tip: Students aged 16 and above can pick a student pass. You need a valid student ID. The ticket page asks for your student ID.

The Premium Pass is the most popular pass on the ticket page. It gives the Summit and the expo. It gives lounge entry and all talks. The All Access Pass also gives the Summit and the expo. It gives the main stage, the ENS stage, and the LIVX talks. The Summit Pass gives the Summit plus the expo. It gives talks and the mobile app. The Developer Pass gives the AI stage and workshops. The Workshop Pass gives workshops and expo entry.

Good to Know: The ticket page also lists paid training. One course teaches quantum computing and AI for firms. One course teaches agentic AI. One course teaches vibe coding. These courses cost extra. Check the ticket page for full facts.

The ticket page shows the price when you pick a pass. Bolo Asan checked the page on 5 November 2026. The page text shows pass types and what each pass covers. It shows no price in plain text. So this guide gives no price. Check the official ticket page on the day you buy. Buy your pass only from the official ticket page.

Warning: Buy your pass only from the official ticket page. Other sites may sell fake passes. The official page is the safe place to buy.

How to Reach Each Venue

GITEX Global 2026 uses two venues. Check your pass and your day before you travel. Bolo Asan puts the Metro first for both venues.

Dubai Metro Red Line links both venues. The World Trade Centre Station serves the Summit. The Expo 2020 Metro Station serves the expo. You walk from the station to the venue. A Silver or Gold Nol card suits multi-day trips. A Red Ticket suits a one-way trip or a day pass.

Important: A taxi from DXB to DWTC takes about 15 minutes. The Metro takes about 20 minutes. Plan extra time on busy days.

Careem and Uber run at both venues all day and night. RTA buses also serve Expo City Dubai. They run through the Expo 2020 Metro Bus Interchange. You can pay with your Nol card. Standard RTA fares apply. Check the RTA site or app for routes and times.

If you drive to the expo, use the venue parking. The site has visitor parking areas P1 to P5. It also has overflow parking and mobility parking. You can drop off only at set spots. One set spot is the South Drop-Off. Follow the signs and the marshals on site.

Shuttles link the venues and the car parks. Direct shuttles run between DWTC and the expo. Shuttles also run from overflow parking. Hotel and exhibitor shuttles run through the Transportation Hub. Destination buses also pick up from the hub. The Transportation Hub links buses and shuttles at the expo. Check the official plan your visit page for the latest transport facts.

What to See at GITEX Global 2026

GITEX Global 2026 brings tech firms, startups, and investors together. The expo floor shows new tech from firms around the world. You can see live demos and new products. You can meet the teams behind the products. You can ask them plain questions about their tech.

Big names on the official site include Adobe, Microsoft, Google, AWS, Huawei, Cisco, and IBM. You can see their work on the expo floor.

The talks cover AI, data, cybersecurity, and chips. The main stage hosts big talks. The ENS stage hosts startup talks. The LIVX talks cover health and long life. The AI stage hosts talks for builders. Free talks run across all shows at the venue.

Example: Expand North Star is the startup and investor show. It runs with the expo at the same venue. Your Visitor Pass covers it. Founders meet investors there. Startups show their work there.

The official site also lists featured shows. GITEX Data Centres covers data centres. GITEX Quantum Expo covers quantum tech. GITEX New Energy covers new energy. GITEX Move covers transport tech. Robotix covers robots. LivX covers long life and health tech.

Certified training runs with the expo. Courses cover quantum computing, agentic AI, and vibe coding. Training needs a training pass. The Visitor Pass does not cover it.

Bolo Asan Tips for GITEX Global 2026

The show falls in a busy week for Dubai. Bolo Asan says plan early for December. Plan your days before you go. Pick the Summit day or the expo days. The Summit needs a Summit pass. The expo needs a Visitor Pass or a higher pass. Read the pass facts on the ticket page first.

Book your flights and your stay early. The official site gives the same tip. December is a busy month in Dubai. Hotels fill fast in that week.

Good to Know: The average temperature in Dubai sits around 21 to 22 degrees. Days feel mild. Evenings feel cool. Carry a light jacket for the evening.

December brings more than GITEX to Dubai. Dubai Shopping Festival 2026 starts on 4 December. UAE National Day 2026 falls on 2 and 3 December. The UAE school winter break 2026 starts on 14 December. You can plan your week around these dates.

If guests fly in for the show, tell them about the Emirates offer. Emirates gives 10 percent off Saver, Flex, and Flex Plus return fares. The offer covers Economy and Business Class. It gives 5 percent off Flex Plus in Premium Economy. Use promo code EVE6GTG. Travel dates run from 2 to 16 December 2026. Return by 26 December 2026. Saver fares get no discount from 10 December to 10 January.

If guests need a visa, tell them to apply early. People from 45 plus countries get a visa on arrival. Others can use the visa support team. The team works with Al Rais. Visa work can take up to six weeks. Apply as early as you can.

For stays, the official site lists hotel deals. You can get up to 40 percent off through Atelier by Informa. The deal covers 80 plus hotels in Dubai. It gives a free daily shuttle to the venue. It gives group rates for nine rooms or more. It gives priority check-in and flexible cancellation.

Before you go, run this short list.

1. Pick your pass on the official ticket page.
2. Check your visa needs.
3. Book your flights and your stay early.
4. Download the GITEX app when it comes out.
5. Load your Nol card for the Metro.
6. Check gitex.com for hours before you go.

Download the GITEX app when it comes out. The app helps with networking and matchmaking. The official site lists the app in its before-you-go list.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is GITEX Global 2026?

It runs from 7 to 11 December 2026. The Summit takes place on 7 December at Dubai World Trade Centre. The expo runs from 8 to 11 December. It takes place at Dubai Exhibition Centre in Expo City Dubai.

Where is the GITEX expo?

The expo takes place at Dubai Exhibition Centre in Expo City Dubai. It does not take place at Dubai World Trade Centre. Only the Summit takes place at Dubai World Trade Centre.

How much is a GITEX ticket?

The official ticket page shows the price when you pick a pass. Bolo Asan checked the page on 5 November 2026. The page text shows no price. So this guide gives no price. Check the official ticket page on the day you buy.

What time does the show open each day?

The official pages do not show daily opening hours. Check gitex.com before you go. Hours can differ for the Summit, the expo, and each stage.

How do I reach Expo City Dubai by Metro?

Take the Dubai Metro Red Line to Expo 2020 Metro Station. Walk from the station to the venue. A Silver or Gold Nol card suits a multi-day trip.

Can students attend GITEX Global 2026?

Yes, students can attend. The ticket page lists two student passes. You must be 16 or above. You must hold a valid student ID.

Official Sources

• GITEX Global 2026 – gitex.com
• Plan Your Visit – gitex.com
• Tickets – visit.gitex.com
• Dubai Exhibition Centre – GITEX Global 2026 – dubaiexhibitioncentre.com

Disclaimer: Bolo Asan shares plain facts from official pages. Dates, venues, passes, and prices can change. Check the official GITEX site before you book or travel. Bolo Asan has no link with GITEX or its organisers. This guide gives facts only. It gives no advice on which pass to buy.

Last Updated: 5 November 2026