Get ready, gamers; the Dubai Esports Festival is coming to Dubai! Players, creators, industry leaders, and fans from around the world are uniting for a unique dive into the future of gaming. For Dubai girls who want a career in this sector, this event could pave the path to your future in gaming.
Prepare to be inspired to take your gaming to the next level with events and games. Are you ready to go offline and meet fellow gamers face-to-face? This event will host industry gaming leaders, and cool discussions and activities about AI. Take a tip from us: networking is a part of crushing it in the gaming scene in the Middle East.
GameExpo
Calling all cosplayers! Central to the festival is GameExpo, running from 9–11 May, where gaming culture gets offline, with interactive zones, tournaments, and experiences for gamers of all ages and skill levels. Explore the Gamers’ District, Retro Zone, The Quest, Gamers’ Garage, and the family-friendly ENBD Family Zone.
Fans of esports can look forward to electrifying showdowns in the Main Arena, including the Play Beyond Showdown and Dubai Cosplay Championship, where cosplay confidence meets the global stage.
When: 09/05/2025- 11/05/2025
Where: Dubai World Trade Center
The GameExpo Summit
Expand your business or career in gaming or AI? The GameExpo Summit powered by PG Connects, will bring industry leaders together to explore cutting-edge trends, from AI to Web3, making it the region’s premier B2B gaming event. Networking, learning, and career opportunities abound, with exclusive insider sessions, workshops, and educational initiatives to inspire your gaming skills.
When: 07/05/2025- 08/05/2025
Where: Dubai World Trade Center
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