GITEX Dubai 2026 Ticket Price: New December Dates, New Venue, and Everything You Need to Register

GITEX Global 2026 runs December 7–11, 2026, at the Dubai Exhibition Centre in Expo City Dubai — the event's first year away from its longtime home at the Dubai World Trade Centre in 45 years. The Standard Visitor Pass is priced at AED 630, while the Expand North Star startup and investor program is free to attend. December 7 hosts the invite-focused Scale Summit; the main exhibition runs December 8–11, drawing an expected 200,000+ attendees and 6,800+ exhibitors from over 180 countries.

If you're planning to attend, exhibit, or simply figure out how much a ticket costs, this guide covers the venue change, the full schedule breakdown, current pricing across every pass type, and what's actually different about GITEX this year compared to previous editions.

The Big Change for 2026: A New Venue After 45 Years

The single biggest change for GITEX Global 2026 isn't the dates — it's the venue. After decades at the Dubai World Trade Centre, GITEX has relocated to the Dubai Exhibition Centre inside Expo City Dubai, the former site of Expo 2020, which is undergoing a multi-billion-dirham expansion to become the region's largest indoor events space.

This move also folds Expand North Star, GITEX's startup and investor program, into the same venue as the main exhibition. In previous years, Expand North Star ran as a separate satellite event at Dubai Harbour. For 2026, startups, investors, and the main show floor share one location, which should make moving between sessions and exhibitor halls considerably simpler than navigating two separate venues across the city.

If you attended a previous edition at DWTC, don't assume the layout, hall numbering, or transport routes will be the same this year. Expo City Dubai has its own dedicated metro station and parking infrastructure built for the 2020 World Expo, so it's worth checking updated transport guidance closer to the event rather than relying on what worked for GITEX in past years.

GITEX Global 2026 Dates and Schedule

GITEX Global 2026 takes place from December 7 to December 11, 2026, split into two distinct phases.

December 7 is reserved for the Scale Summit, an invite-focused day built around strategic conversations for global tech leaders — covering AI economies, policy frameworks, and international collaboration rather than general exhibition access.

December 8 through 11 is the main exhibition, when the show floor, exhibitor stands, startup zones, and the bulk of public sessions, product showcases, and networking events actually run. This is the period most visitors and general ticket holders will be attending.

The shift to December itself is a deliberate one. Moving the event into Dubai's peak tourism season means attendees can combine the business trip with the city's more favorable winter weather, something the previous October scheduling didn't offer to the same degree.

GITEX Global 2026 Ticket Prices

Ticket pricing depends on what kind of access you need, and pricing typically increases the closer you register to the event date, so earlier registration generally means a better rate.

The Standard Visitor Pass costs AED 630 and covers exhibition hall access, most general sessions, and networking areas across the show floor. This is the pass most attendees who want to explore the exhibits, meet exhibitors, and attend general sessions will need.

The Expand North Star pass is free of charge and covers the startup, investor, and venture programming now integrated into the main venue. This makes it one of the more accessible ways to attend GITEX if your primary interest is the startup ecosystem rather than the broader exhibition floor.

Conference and delegate-level passes, which include access to keynote speeches, expert panels, and specialized workshops beyond general exhibition access, are typically priced higher than the Standard Visitor Pass, with final tiered pricing confirmed directly on the official GITEX registration portal as the event approaches. Student passes are also available at a significantly reduced rate for attendees with a valid student ID, covering exhibition access and selected sessions.

As with previous editions, ticket prices include 5% UAE VAT, and registration is completed online through the official GITEX website before the event.

How to Register for GITEX Global 2026

Registration for GITEX Global 2026 is handled entirely online through the official GITEX website. Visitors create an account or use an existing GITEX login, select the appropriate pass type based on the access level they need, and complete payment through the registration portal, where the final ticket price is displayed before checkout.

Exhibitors follow a separate process, submitting an Exhibitor Registration application and reserving exhibition space directly with the GITEX organizing team. Because every exhibitor has different space, location, and service requirements, GITEX provides customized quotations rather than fixed public booth pricing. Startups looking to exhibit can typically reserve a dedicated Startup Pod at a considerably lower cost than a standard exhibition booth, with pricing determined after GITEX reviews the startup's application and participation requirements.

Once registration is confirmed, attendees receive a confirmation email containing details on collecting or generating their digital event badge. Most passes are issued digitally, though keeping a printed copy or screenshot as backup is generally advisable in case of connectivity issues at the venue.

What to Expect at GITEX Global 2026

GITEX has grown well beyond a single exhibition floor. The 2026 edition covers artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, cloud computing, quantum computing, fintech, and digital transformation across dozens of exhibition halls, alongside keynote sessions, investor summits, startup pitch competitions, and networking events running throughout the week.

The event has also expanded internationally in recent years, with sister editions now running in cities including Berlin and Singapore. The Dubai edition remains the flagship, and the move to Expo City Dubai for 2026 reinforces that position — positioning the show inside purpose-built infrastructure designed for large-scale, long-term global events rather than a venue GITEX has simply outgrown.

For technology companies, startups, and business leaders, GITEX remains one of the primary venues in the MENASA region for product launches, partnership announcements, and direct access to enterprise buyers and investors in one concentrated week.

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Summary: GITEX Global 2026 Key Details

Detail	2026 Information
Dates	December 7–11, 2026
Venue	Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo City Dubai
Scale Summit	December 7 (invite-focused)
Main exhibition	December 8–11
Standard Visitor Pass	AED 630
Expand North Star pass	Free
Expected attendance	200,000+ visitors, 6,800+ exhibitors, 180+ countries
Registration	Online via the official GITEX website

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a GITEX Dubai 2026 ticket? The Standard Visitor Pass for GITEX Global 2026 is priced at AED 630, covering exhibition hall access, most sessions, and networking areas. The Expand North Star startup and investor pass is free of charge.

Is GITEX free to attend? Not entirely — the Standard Visitor Pass carries a cost, but the Expand North Star program, covering startups and investors, is free to attend. Some promotional or early-access passes may also be available depending on registration timing.

Where is GITEX Global 2026 being held? GITEX Global 2026 is held at the Dubai Exhibition Centre inside Expo City Dubai — a change from previous editions, which were hosted at the Dubai World Trade Centre.

What are the GITEX Global 2026 dates? GITEX Global 2026 runs from December 7 to December 11, 2026. December 7 is the Scale Summit; the main exhibition runs December 8 through 11.

How do I register for GITEX Global 2026? Registration is completed online through the official GITEX website, where you select your pass type and complete payment before receiving a confirmation email with your digital event badge details.

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