Abu Dhabi Events Set to Drive a Busy 2026
Abu Dhabi and Al Ain are set for a busy final four months of 2026, with 297 events planned across ADNEC Group venues through December.
The programme covers business, technology, entertainment, healthcare, education, energy, fashion and sustainability. Around 21% of exhibitions at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi, along with four international associations, will be held in the Middle East for the first time.
September will bring major events including Middle East Film and Comic Con from September 11 to 13 and the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair from September 13 to 18. Other events include property, defence, education and fragrance exhibitions.
October will focus heavily on artificial intelligence, food, healthcare and education, including AI Everything Abu Dhabi, Global Food Week and the Abu Dhabi Future Health Summit.
November will bring major international events such as ADIPEC from November 2 to 5 and the Abu Dhabi International Boat Show from November 19 to 22.
The year will close with the 2026 UN Water Conference from December 8 to 10, highlighting Abu Dhabi’s growing role as a destination for major global gatherings.
The packed calendar is expected to support Abu Dhabi’s business and tourism sectors while attracting visitors, exhibitors and professionals from around the world.
