Saudi Event Show (SES) 2026

About the event
The Saudi Event Show (SES) 2026 stands as the Kingdom's premier gathering for professionals in the events, entertainment, and MICE business tourism sectors. Returning for its sixth edition on September 9–10, 2026, at The Arena in Riyadh, this event attracts over 5,500 industry leaders, including event organizers, government representatives, agencies, service suppliers, and entertainment and marketing specialists. With more than 100 exhibitors showcasing innovations in production, technology, logistics, and creative services, SES offers a unique platform for buyers to connect with top-tier providers in Saudi Arabia's rapidly growing events and experiences economy.
Attendees will benefit from over 15 hours of free content across more than 30 specialized sessions, covering critical topics such as event technology trends, sustainable event management, audience engagement strategies, and the integration of digital tools in live experiences. These sessions are designed to equip professionals with actionable insights to enhance their operations and deliver world-class events. The program culminates with the Saudi Event Awards ceremony on September 10 at the JW Marriott Riyadh Hotel, honoring top individuals, teams, and companies across 29 award categories that celebrate industry excellence.
The significance of SES is deeply tied to Saudi Vision 2030, which has positioned the Kingdom as a global events destination through massive investments in world-class venues and event infrastructure. This creates sustained demand for organizers, technology providers, and service suppliers capable of delivering internationally competitive experiences. By attending SES, professionals gain direct access to decision-makers, uncover new business opportunities, and stay ahead of market trends. Whether you are an event organizer seeking innovative solutions, a technology provider looking to expand your network, or a service supplier aiming to enter this fast-growing market, SES is the essential gateway to success in Saudi Arabia's evolving events landscape.
Agenda
26- 12:30–13:15From Momentum to Legacy: Building the World's Most Ambitious Events EcosystemDay 1, Wednesday 9 September 2026 · Seminar Hub 1 — Local Spotlight · Panel Discussion
- 12:30–13:15Multimedia in Events: 20 Years of Evolution - and What Comes NextDay 1, Wednesday 9 September 2026 · Seminar Hub 2 — Global Innovation · Keynote
- 13:30–14:00Business Beyond Disruption: Building a More Resilient Saudi Events IndustryDay 1, Wednesday 9 September 2026 · Seminar Hub 1 — Local Spotlight · Panel Discussion
- 13:30–14:00Festivalisation: Why Every Event Is Becoming a DestinationDay 1, Wednesday 9 September 2026 · Seminar Hub 2 — Global Innovation · Panel Discussion
- 14:15–15:00Beyond Vision 2030: How Giga Projects Are Redefining Saudi's Event EconomyDay 1, Wednesday 9 September 2026 · Seminar Hub 1 — Local Spotlight · Panel Discussion
- 14:15–15:00AI One Year Later: What's Actually Working in Live Events?Day 1, Wednesday 9 September 2026 · Seminar Hub 2 — Global Innovation · Panel Discussion
- 15:15–15:45The Venue Is Only the Beginning: How Saudi Arabia turns a new generation of venues into a live entertainment ecosystemDay 1, Wednesday 9 September 2026 · Seminar Hub 1 — Local Spotlight · Panel Discussion
- 15:15–15:45Economy of Emotions in SportsDay 1, Wednesday 9 September 2026 · Seminar Hub 2 — Global Innovation · Keynote
- 16:00–16:45Saudi Talent 3.0: Building Careers That StayDay 1, Wednesday 9 September 2026 · Seminar Hub 1 — Local Spotlight · Panel Discussion
- 16:00–16:45Get Up, Get Into It, Get Involved: Community, Culture, Storytelling & Human ConnectionDay 1, Wednesday 9 September 2026 · Seminar Hub 2 — Global Innovation · Keynote
- 17:00–17:30Building Local IPs: How Saudi Events Can Compete GloballyDay 1, Wednesday 9 September 2026 · Seminar Hub 1 — Local Spotlight · Panel Discussion
- 17:00–17:30Designing FOMO: How Events Become Must-Attend ExperiencesDay 1, Wednesday 9 September 2026 · Seminar Hub 2 — Global Innovation · Keynote
- 17:45–18:30Sports, Entertainment & Culture: Saudi Arabia's Triple Growth EngineDay 1, Wednesday 9 September 2026 · Seminar Hub 1 — Local Spotlight · Panel Discussion
- 17:45–18:30The Great Debate: Will AI Ever Replace Event Professionals?Day 1, Wednesday 9 September 2026 · Seminar Hub 2 — Global Innovation · Panel Discussion
- 18:45–19:15The Importance of Public Speaking for Junior Professionals in the Events IndustryDay 1, Wednesday 9 September 2026 · Seminar Hub 1 — Local Spotlight · Workshop
- 18:45–19:15The Importance of Public Speaking for Junior Professionals in the Events IndustryDay 1, Wednesday 9 September 2026 · Seminar Hub 2 — Global Innovation · Workshop
- 12:30–13:15The Business of Events: Smarter Revenue in a Competitive MarketDay 2, Thursday 10 September 2026 · Seminar Hub 1 — Local Spotlight · Panel Discussion
- 12:30–13:15From Plan to Live Operations: Technology-Enabled Mobility and Venue Management for Major Events in Saudi ArabiaDay 2, Thursday 10 September 2026 · Seminar Hub 2 — Global Innovation · Panel Discussion
- 13:30–14:00Sustainability in Action: Delivering Net-Zero Events in KSADay 2, Thursday 10 September 2026 · Seminar Hub 1 — Local Spotlight · Panel Discussion
- 13:30–14:00Data That Matters: Measuring Success Beyond AttendanceDay 2, Thursday 10 September 2026 · Seminar Hub 2 — Global Innovation · Keynote
- 14:15–15:00From Expo 2030 to FIFA 2034: Building a Legacy WorkforceDay 2, Thursday 10 September 2026 · Seminar Hub 1 — Local Spotlight · Panel Discussion
- 14:15–15:00The Creator Economy: Turning Communities into Event AudiencesDay 2, Thursday 10 September 2026 · Seminar Hub 2 — Global Innovation · Panel Discussion
- 15:15–15:45Building Stronger Partnerships: The Future of Saudi's Event Supply ChainDay 2, Thursday 10 September 2026 · Seminar Hub 1 — Local Spotlight · Panel Discussion
- 15:15–15:45Personalized at Scale: Turning Data into ExperiencesDay 2, Thursday 10 September 2026 · Seminar Hub 2 — Global Innovation · Keynote
- 16:00–16:45Women Leading Saudi's Events IndustryDay 2, Thursday 10 September 2026 · Seminar Hub 1 — Local Spotlight · Panel Discussion
- 16:00–16:45Culture in Motion: Designing Events That Celebrate IdentityDay 2, Thursday 10 September 2026 · Seminar Hub 2 — Global Innovation · Panel Discussion























































