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    GLOBAL HEALTH EXHIBITION 2026

    Global Health Exhibition 2026 is a premier healthcare event taking place from 26-29 October 2026 at the Riyadh Exhibition and Convention Center in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. It features 2,200+ exhibiting brands, 130,000+ healthcare professionals, and 500+ global speakers, focusing on digital transformation, AI, medical devices, and healthcare innovation.

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    Dates

    26–29 Oct 2026

    City / country

    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

    Venue

    Riyadh Exhibition and Convention Center (Malham)

    Time

    9:30 AM – 7:00 PM

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    Event overview

    Overview

    Global Health Exhibition is the meeting point for the world's healthcare innovators.

    Here, global leaders, decision-makers, and solution providers come together to accelerate digital transformation, advance new models of care, and build a more integrated, tech-driven healthcare ecosystem.

    From AI in clinical practice and digital health to workforce evolution and breakthrough medical technologies, Global Health Exhibition showcases the trends and partnerships shaping the next era of global health.

    TL;DR

    1. 1Over 2,200 exhibiting brands and 130,000 healthcare professionals expected.
    2. 2New specialist zones in 2026: Dermatology & Aesthetics, Orthopaedics & Rehabilitation, and Dental.
    3. 3NextGen Pitch Competition with SAR 100,000 prize fund for startups.
    4. 4Leaders Club 100 for senior decision-maker networking.
    5. 5Capital Xchange connects exhibitors with 250+ investors representing $65bn+ AUM.

    Why visit

    Visiting Global Health Exhibition 2026 provides access to over 2,200 exhibiting brands showcasing the latest innovations across 11 healthcare sectors, 500+ global speakers across four conference stages, and 130,000+ healthcare professionals. Attendees can earn CME credits, witness live demonstrations at HealthTech Live, participate in the NextGen Pitch Competition, network through the mobile app opening three weeks before the event, and explore new specialist zones in dermatology, orthopaedics, and dental.

    Why exhibit

    Exhibiting at Global Health Exhibition 2026 offers direct access to a rapidly expanding Saudi healthcare market projected at US$135bn, with verified decision-makers including ministers, hospital executives, procurement heads, and distributors. Over $35.5bn in deals were signed at previous editions. Exhibitors can generate qualified leads, strengthen regional and international partnerships, gain market insights through exclusive networking and conferences, and amplify brand visibility via the event's global marketing reach.

    Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

    Who this event is for

    Visitor profile

    Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

    Healthcare Professionals (Physicians, Nurses, Allied Health)
    Dealers and Distributors
    Hospital and Clinic Management
    Government and Policymakers (Ministers, Health Authorities)
    Research and Academia
    Investors and Venture Capitalists
    Start-ups and Innovators

    Exhibitor profile

    Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

    Medical Devices
    Digital Health
    Pharmaceuticals and Life Sciences
    Wellness
    Dental
    Dermatology and Aesthetics
    Laboratory
    Imaging and Radiology
    Disposables
    Orthopedics and Rehabilitation
    Healthcare Services
    Start-ups
    Government

    Product categories

    Key solution areas showcased across the event.

    Orthopedics & Rehabilitation
    Dental
    Lifesciences
    Medical Devices
    Healthcare & General Services
    Imaging & Radiology
    Laboratory
    Disposables
    Start-ups
    Digital Health
    Government

    Location & Facilities

    Venue

    Halls & areas

    2
    Hall 1Hall 2

    Riyadh Exhibition and Convention Center (Malham)

    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

    Entrances & gates

    Main Entrance

    Hall 1Hall 2

    Ramps available at the hall entrances.

    Facilities

    Prayer rooms

    Prayer rooms are indicated across the venue in the official event materials.

    Food options

    On-site catering / refreshments

    On-site dining

    Parking: Dedicated parking spots close to the entrance for people with disabilities.

    Attend

    Entry & tickets

    Free registration

    Event days & opening times

    DayOpening hours
    26 Oct:9:30 AM – 7:00 PM | 27 Oct: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM | 28 Oct: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM | 29 Oct: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
    • General Visitor Pass

      Free entry with standard registration

    • Business/Trade Entry Pass

      Starting price for purchased business entry, per official FAQ

      $1,500.00
    Register

    Ticket info

    Badge collection

    Global Health Exhibition is a business event for attendees aged 18 and over; children are not permitted onsite at any time.

    Ticket notes

    Attendance is free with standard visitor registration; upgraded Advantage and Premium visitor passes are available for extra benefits, and exhibitor/business entry passes start from $1,500.

    Build-up & tear-down

    Setup startsOct 22, 2026
    Setup endsOct 25, 2026
    Teardown startsOct 29, 2026
    Teardown endsOct 30, 2026

    Who runs the show

    Organisers

    Sunita Khatri

    Associate Vice President

    Ekatrina Anishchenko

    Head of Sales

    Hazel Basilio

    Senior Manager - Sales

    Amal Almowis

    Account Manager

    Delcy DSouza

    Senior Marketing Manager

    Dana Sakr

    Marketing Manager

    Meshari AlMudayfir

    Marketing Executive

    What's on

    Programme

    Speakers

    TL

    Tahaluf leadership and featured speakers

    Tahaluf / Global Health Exhibition

    2026 congress and event programme

    Topic tracks

    Congress Overview

    Co-located events

    Leaders Club 100

    Separate ticket

    Capital Xchange

    Separate ticket

    Co-located seminars

    Power Breakfasts

    Paid

    Pulse Studio

    Paid

    Awards

    Global Health Excellence Awards

    Annual

    Officially referenced by the organiser as part of the event content, recognizing top innovators, hospital projects, and impactful leadership in the sector.

    InnovatorsHospital ProjectsLeadership
    source

    Government supporters

    Ministry of Health

    Patron

    Saudi Vision 2030

    Supporter

    Health Sector Transformation Program

    Supporter

    How the last edition performed

    Previous edition

    Current edition

    2026 · 130,000 visitors · 2,200 exhibitors

    Forecast — not final

    Visitors

    130,000

    Exhibitors

    2,200

    Floor area (sqm)

    120,000

    Exhibitor countries

    46

    Growth over time

    Edition recap

    The 2025 edition of Global Health Exhibition was described by the organiser and partner coverage as the show’s biggest edition to date, with more than 130,000 healthcare professionals and 2,200 exhibiting brands participating across 120,000 sqm of floor space.

    New this edition

    • 1

      Leaders’ Club

      A private environment for senior healthcare leaders, ministers and policymakers to take part in focused discussions, curated meetings and leadership roundtables.

      Source
    • 2

      Pulse Studio

      Live interview stage and studio featuring healthcare leaders and innovators exploring the ideas, decisions and developments influencing the sector.

      Source
    • 3

      HealthTech Live

      Live demonstrations of healthcare technology in practice showing solutions designed to address real-world challenges across care delivery.

      Source
    • 4

      Power Breakfast Series

      Focused morning conversations for investors, policymakers and senior leaders exploring healthcare investment, market priorities and emerging opportunities.

      Source
    • 5

      Reverse Pitching

      Healthcare organisations and government entities present the challenges they need to solve, giving innovators and solution providers insight into real market needs.

      Source
    • 6

      Health Unplugged

      Peer-led conversations on the issues shaping healthcare today through open discussion and shared perspectives, without formal sales pitches.

      Source

    Photos

    Networking and attendees on the show floor during the previous edition.
    Networking and attendees on the show floor during the previous edition.
    Exhibition halls at Global Health Exhibition #GHE25.
    Exhibition halls at Global Health Exhibition #GHE25.
    Speakers and healthcare professionals interacting at the event.
    Speakers and healthcare professionals interacting at the event.

    Testimonials

    Last year's Global Health Exhibition was a valuable opportunity for Eli Lilly to engage with the leaders, partners, and stakeholders shaping the future of healthcare in Saudi Arabia.

    Mostafa Abdelrahman · President and General Manager · Eli Lilly Saudi Arabia RQH · 2025

    It wasn’t just an event; it was a catalyst for innovation and transformative discussions. I left feeling energized and equipped to make a bigger impact in my field.

    Claire Lim · COO · Script AI · 2025

    This is the third year we’ve participated in the Global Health Exhibition, and we’ve observed very exciting and steady growth at this event. It’s a major attraction for international audiences to come, learn, and benefit.

    Ziyad A. Kabl · Regional VP Middle East · Diaverum · 2025

    Global Health Exhibition is emerging as one of the largest conventions in the region focused on healthcare and medical diagnostics. As a leader in this space, we felt it was important to be here and bring all our operating companies to the event.

    Muhieddine Makkouk · VP & General Manager · Danaher Diagnostic · 2025

    Events like the Global Health Exhibition allow you to cross-pollinate, see the cutting edge, and engage in real-time idea exchange. The energy, the caliber of participants, and the openness of discussion have been fantastic.

    Dr. Peter Najjar · VP of Clinical Innovation · Johns Hopkins Health System · 2025

    My first reaction to the Global Health Exhibition was: wow. The scale, diversity, and range of content from health tech and investment to crucial policy discussions make this a truly impressive and valuable event. My experience here has been very positive.

    Frederico Guanais · Deputy Head, Health Division · 2025

    Next edition outlook

    2026-10-26 – 2026-10-29
    medium

    The 2026 edition is positioned as an expansion year, with the organiser emphasizing new sector zones, investor programming and more structured networking around the core exhibition.

    Broader sector coverage through dermatology, orthopaedics and dental zones. More premium networking through Leaders Club 100 and Capital Xchange. Additional content formats such as Power Breakfasts and Pulse Studio. Continued emphasis on international participation and large-scale buyer traffic.

    Impact

    A bigger and stronger platform

    The 2025 edition set the benchmark for the show, combining large-scale trade activity, strong international participation, and a sizeable exhibition footprint. The organiser and partner coverage frame Global Health as one of the region’s most important healthcare marketplaces, with the 2026 edition building on that momentum through new sector zones and networking formats.

    Audience quality

    High-value decision-makers

    Audience quality looks strong for both buyers and stakeholders: the organiser positions the show for healthcare professionals, investors, innovators and decision-makers, while 2026 social copy highlights high international participation and a wide spread of speaker nationalities. That mix suggests good access to procurement, clinical, policy and commercial audiences rather than a purely public-facing visitor base.

    Exhibitor outcomes

    Real business growth

    The reported scale of 2,200+ brands, 130,000+ healthcare professionals and 46-country exhibitor participation points to meaningful reach for exhibitors seeking regional visibility and cross-border deal flow. Official reporting of $35.5 billion in strategic deals from the 2025 edition reinforces the show’s commercial positioning, but that should be treated as event-wide deal activity rather than a guaranteed exhibitor outcome.

    Intelligence

    Exhibitors

    475

    Exhibitors

    27

    Categories

    37

    Countries

    16

    Pavilions

    Top exhibitor countries

    Top 10 by exhibitor count — estimates based on published directory.

    • Saudi Arabia
      173
    • China
      91
    • United States
      37
    • UAE
      28
    • Turkey
      25
    • United Kingdom
      17
    • Canada
      14
    • India
      8
    • Germany
      7
    • South Korea
      7

    Category breakdown

    1~192
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    2~54
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    3~45
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    4~31
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    5~20
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    6~18
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    7~13
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    8~10
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    9~9
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    10~8
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    11~8
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    12~7
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    13~7
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    14~7
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    15~7
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    National pavilions

    Saudi Arabia

    ~172 stands
    estimate

    China

    ~91 stands
    estimate

    United States

    ~37 stands
    estimate

    UAE

    ~28 stands
    estimate

    Turkey

    ~23 stands
    estimate

    United Kingdom

    ~17 stands
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    Canada

    ~14 stands
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    India

    ~8 stands
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    Germany

    ~7 stands
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    South Korea

    ~7 stands
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    Pakistan

    ~7 stands
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    Portugal

    ~6 stands
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    Italy

    ~6 stands
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    Egypt

    ~5 stands
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    Finland

    ~5 stands
    estimate

    Official pavilions

    Country Pavilions

    Officially Confirmed

    20 stands

    Buyer targets

    High priority

    Buyers sourcing

    Healthcare Suppliers (profile Pending)

    Buyers sourcing

    Hospital & Healthcare Provider Services

    Buyers sourcing

    Medical Device & Diagnostics Suppliers

    Buyers sourcing

    Other Healthcare Suppliers

    Buyers sourcing

    Digital Health, Health IT & Telemedicine Suppliers

    Medium priority

    Buyers sourcing

    Pharmaceutical & Biopharmaceutical Suppliers

    Buyers sourcing

    Surgical Instruments & Operating Room Equipment Suppliers

    Buyers sourcing

    In-Vitro Diagnostics & Laboratory Equipment Suppliers

    Buyers sourcing

    Medical Imaging & Radiology Technology Suppliers

    Buyers sourcing

    Orthopedic, Rehabilitation & Physiotherapy Suppliers

    Intelligence

    Market context

    Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.

    Saudi Arabia / Gulf Cooperation Council healthcare market, with Riyadh as the core buying and policy hub for this exhibition circuit.

    Why it matters

    Global Health Exhibition matters because it sits at the center of Saudi Arabia’s healthcare transformation story: a policy-backed market with strong procurement momentum, rising digital-health adoption, and expanding specialty-care demand. For exhibitors and buyers, Riyadh is where hospital operators, government stakeholders, distributors, investors, and innovators converge to evaluate technology, form partnerships, and translate reform into purchasing decisions.

    Industry trends

    Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.

    01

    Healthcare AI and digital transformation

    Saudi healthcare demand is being pulled toward AI-assisted diagnostics, workflow automation, telemedicine, and data-driven hospital operations, which fits the show’s digital health and innovation focus. The 2026 programme emphasis and exhibitor mix suggest buyers are looking for tools that improve clinical throughput and operating efficiency.

    Source
    02

    Local capability build-out and supply-chain localization

    The market is still moving from import dependence toward domestic or regional capacity in devices, diagnostics, consumables, and health services. That makes this event relevant for suppliers that can support localisation, distribution partnerships, and in-market service coverage.

    Source
    03

    Advanced packaging, medtech, and diagnostics investment

    Current policy messaging points to deeper ecosystem development across healthcare technology, advanced manufacturing, and related innovation layers. For exhibitors, that means stronger interest in differentiated devices, lab technology, imaging, and connected-care products rather than generic catalog lines.

    Source
    04

    Investor-led commercialization of health innovation

    The organiser has expanded investor programming for 2026, signaling a market where start-ups, scale-ups, and strategic capital are part of the buying conversation. This raises the value of products with a clear deployment story, clinical proof, and a route to enterprise adoption.

    Source
    05

    Specialist growth zones in dermatology, orthopedics, and dental

    The 2026 edition is explicitly broadening into growth sub-sectors, which usually attracts more focused decision-makers and higher-intent buyers. That makes the show more useful for suppliers that sit at the intersection of specialty care, devices, rehab, and outpatient services.

    Source

    Market news

    Latest updates from across the market.

    2026-06-22

    Global Health Exhibition 2026 publishes its Riyadh dates and venue

    The organiser’s site lists 26–29 October 2026 at Riyadh Exhibition and Convention Center (Malham), confirming the current-edition timing and location for planning purposes.

    Read
    2026-06-22

    Official show information confirms four-day 2026 schedule

    The show-information page repeats the 2026 dates and gives day-by-day timings, reinforcing that the current edition is a four-day healthcare trade show in Riyadh.

    Read
    2026-05-31

    2026 edition expands into dermatology, orthopedics, and dental

    Organiser-linked release says the event is adding specialist zones for Dermatology & Aesthetics, Orthopaedics & Rehabilitation, and Dental, which signals broader category depth in the 2026 floorplan.

    Read
    2026-05-31

    Investor programming is being upgraded for 2026

    The same release says GHE is launching Capital Xchange and a new leadership network, indicating stronger buyer-seller and investor-startup matchmaking around the exhibition.

    Read
    2026-05-31

    2025 edition scale is being used to frame 2026 growth

    The organiser says the 2025 edition delivered over 130,000 healthcare professional visits, 600+ speakers, and 2,000+ brands, positioning 2026 as a larger commercial and networking platform.

    Read

    Comparable healthcare exhibition circuit

    Late October 2026 through early 2027, with the strongest overlap across MENA and European healthcare trade fairs.

    The nearest comparable buying calendar is built around major healthcare mega-shows in the Middle East and Europe, with Riyadh in late October, Dubai in late January, and Düsseldorf in mid-November forming a useful commercial rhythm. For planning, that means Global Health Exhibition can be treated as the autumn Gulf anchor event in a circuit that continues into WHX Dubai and MEDICA.

    27–30 Oct 2025

    Global Health Exhibition 2025

    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

    Prior edition data only; organiser-linked 2026 materials use the 2025 edition as the baseline for growth claims and scale context.

    website
    26–29 Oct 2026

    Global Health Exhibition 2026

    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

    Current-edition source event; the main Saudi healthcare platform and the central reference point for the regional circuit.

    website
    16–19 Nov 2026

    MEDICA 2026

    Dusseldorf, Germany

    Major international comparator for devices, diagnostics, imaging, and health IT; useful for European sourcing and launch timing.

    website
    25–28 Jan 2027

    World Health Expo Dubai 2027

    Dubai, United Arab Emirates

    Formerly Arab Health; organiser content confirms the 2027 Dubai edition dates and positions it as a leading global healthcare event.

    website
    25–28 Jan 2027

    WHX Dubai 2027

    Dubai, United Arab Emirates

    Same event family as Arab Health; strong for GCC procurement, distributors, and hospital decision-makers.

    website

    Autumn GCC procurement window

    Global Health Exhibition 2026

    Best window for Saudi-focused launches, distributor meetings, and public-private stakeholder access.

    Winter MENA expansion window

    World Health Expo Dubai 2027WHX Dubai 2027

    Useful for extending Riyadh introductions into wider GCC deal flow and regional distribution channels.

    European medtech window

    MEDICA 2026

    Best fit for device, diagnostics, and health-IT suppliers seeking a global benchmark and wider EMEA visibility.

    Dates and positioning are based on organiser or official event pages where available; 2025 reference material is used only where the 2026 organiser release explicitly cites it as context.

    Plan your trip

    Travel & logistics

    Local currency · SAR

    Arrival airports

    Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.

    RUH

    King Khalid International Airport

    Official venue guidance says the venue is minutes away from King Khalid International Airport; local venue pages also describe it as close to the airport.

    About 15 minutes by car to Riyadh Exhibition & Convention Center, Malham

    to venue

    15 minutes

    by car

    RUH

    Riyadh Airport (general city air access)

    Use RUH for the shortest ground transfer to Malham; public transport to the venue is not highlighted in official venue guidance.

    Primary airport for Riyadh and the practical arrival point for the venue

    to venue

    15-30 minutes depending on traffic and exact terminal/route

    by car

    3

    Malham Airport

    This is a general aviation airport reference in local coverage, not the main commercial arrival airport for most visitors.

    Local general aviation airport in the Malham area

    to venue

    Short local transfer, depending on ground access

    by car

    Hotel tiers

    A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.

    budget
    North Riyadh / airport corridor

    USD 60–110 / night

    Best value is usually outside the immediate venue area, with easier access by taxi or pre-booked ride than by transit.

    mid range
    Northern Riyadh / King Khalid International Airport side

    USD 120–220 / night

    Good balance for business travelers wanting a shorter ride to Malham and more predictable check-in/service standards.

    premium
    Riyadh Front / northern business corridor

    USD 230–450 / night

    Closest high-comfort option for exhibitor teams, VIPs and speakers who want to minimise transfer time.

    Local transport

    Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

    Taxi / ride-hailing

    Estimated costVaries by distance and time of day; typically the most practical point-to-point option
    Best forKing Khalid International Airport or hotel to Riyadh Exhibition and Convention Center (Malham)

    Best choice for direct transfers; allow extra time during peak arrival and departure windows.

    Private car / hired driver

    Estimated costQuoted per trip or per day
    Best forHotel to venue and between meetings across northern Riyadh

    Useful for teams with packed schedules, multiple site visits or equipment to carry.

    Venue shuttle

    Estimated costIncluded or arranged by organiser / partner depending on pass or programme
    Best forSelected attendee or event shuttle routes to the venue

    Official materials reference shuttle buses for attendees; availability can vary by edition and pass type.

    Hotel shuttle

    Estimated costUsually included by hotel or bundled in room rate
    Best forSome nearby business hotels to venue

    Check directly with the hotel; this is more common in premium or business properties.

    Plan your trip

    Visa & entry documents

    Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.

    Visa required
    On-arrival available
    ATA Carnet: accepted
    TypeWho needs itFeeProcessing
    Tourist / Event eVisaCitizens of 66+ eligible countries, plus holders of a valid and used US, UK, or Schengen visa.$142.00Instant to 24 hours
    Business Visit VisaProfessionals from countries not eligible for the eVisa, or those needing a formal sponsor invitation.$100.003 to 7 business days

    Citizens of GCC countries (Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, and the UAE) do not require a visa to enter Saudi Arabia.

    Saudi Arabia accepts ATA Carnets for exhibitions and professional equipment. Importers must pre-register the Carnet online via the ZATCA (Saudi Customs) temporary admission e-service before the shipment arrives.

    Official visa page

    Weather

    October in Riyadh is still hot and dry, with daytime highs commonly around 34-35°C and nighttime lows around 19-23°C. Rain is rare to negligible in October, so plan for heat, bright sun, and very low rainfall.

    Plan for the climate

    Check temperatures and pack accordingly

    Venue connectivity

    The venue sits in Malham on Riyadh’s north side, with the most practical airport link being King Khalid International Airport rather than rail or metro. Official venue pages describe it as minutes from the airport, and local venue guidance points to road access by car, while public transport options are limited or not emphasized. Central Riyadh is a longer road transfer, so plan for taxi or private car travel to hotels and city landmarks rather than rail-based access.

    Ride-hailing

    Taxis

    Public transit

    Car rentals

    Cultural notes

    Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.

    Prayer facilities

    Prayer rooms are available at the venue, so schedule around prayer breaks and use the designated spaces when needed.

    Dress and etiquette

    Business dress is standard, but modest attire is the safer choice in Saudi Arabia; keep greetings polite and formal at first.

    Meeting rhythm

    Allow extra time for introductions and relationship-building. The event is business-focused, so networking and scheduled meetings matter.

    Practical guides

    Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

    Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.

    Flights

    Destination: King Khalid International Airport (RUH)

    Choose RUH for the shortest practical transfer to Malham and allow extra time for road travel.

    Book flights

    Visa

    Most international visitors can obtain a quick eVisa online, which covers trade show attendance. GCC citizens are visa-exempt. Citizens of non-eligible countries require a Business Visit Visa supported by an official invitation letter.

    Estimated cost: Not yet confirmed

    Processing: Within 24 hours for eVisa

    If applying for an eVisa via the US/UK/Schengen visa exception, that third-party visa must be valid and have been used at least once prior to applying for the Saudi eVisa.

    Official

    Hotels

    Find a stay near the venue with options for every budget.

    Check-in (recommended)

    2026-10-25

    Check-out (recommended)

    2026-10-30

    Areas to stay

    North Riyadh / airport corridor · King Khalid International Airport area · Riyadh Front business district · Central Riyadh for city access

    budget

    USD 60-110 per night

    mid range

    USD 120-220 per night

    premium

    USD 230-450 per night

    Transport

    Get to the venue and around the city with these options.

    Airport → venue: King Khalid International Airport is the practical arrival airport; expect a direct road transfer by taxi or private car rather than rail or metro.

    Hotel → venue: Most visitors should budget for car-based transfers between hotel and venue, especially if staying outside the northern business corridor.

    Ride-hail: Ride-hailing is the simplest local option for airport, hotel and venue transfers.

    Public transit: Public transit is not the primary access mode for this venue; road transport is the reliable default.

    Parking: Parking information for current-edition visitors was not fully published in the reviewed official sources, so plan around drop-off and car service rather than parking guarantees.

    Weather

    Plan and pack for the event climate.

    Month: October

    Temperature: 19-35°C

    Seasonality: Very dry; rain is rare to negligible in October.

    Packing: Light layers, breathable clothing, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a refillable water bottle are advisable.

    Plan your trip

    Planning

    Best day to visit: Tuesday, 27 October 2026

    Published show timings run 10am-7pm on Tuesday and Wednesday versus a 9:30am opening-day rush on Monday and an earlier 6pm close on Thursday. Tuesday gives a full working day once exhibitors and sessions are fully underway, without the closing-day time pressure of Thursday.

    T-30

    Register for a visitor pass on the official portal — Standard exhibition access is free per the organiser; Advantage/Premium passes are limited and sell out, so decide on pass tier early.

    T-21

    Confirm Saudi eVisa eligibility and apply if required — Most eVisa applications process within minutes to a few hours; apply with time to spare before booking non-refundable travel.

    T-14

    Book flights into King Khalid International Airport (RUH) and a hotel near the venue — Venue is reported around 12-15 minutes from RUH; October falls in Riyadh's peak season, so book early for better rates.

    T-10

    Shortlist target exhibitors, sessions, and stages (Leaders' Club, Pulse Studio, HealthTech Live) — Use the exhibitor list and agenda to prioritize before the floor gets busy.

    T-7

    Request meetings with priority exhibitors and prepare a short pitch/ask — Early outreach improves the odds of landing time with busy stand teams.

    T-3

    Confirm daily show timings before planning your schedule — Hours differ by day: Monday opens 9:30am, Tue/Wed run 10am-7pm, Thursday closes earlier at 6pm.

    T-1

    Save your badge QR code and confirm ground transport to the venue — Check the official travel page for current taxi or shuttle partners closer to the date.

    T-0

    Arrive at opening time and head to priority zones before peak crowds — With 130,000+ attendees expected, mornings are typically calmer for meetings.

    Sample visitor itinerary

    Route-optimised day
    09:30

    Arrive and collect badge ahead of the day's opening

    Registration area, Riyadh Exhibition and Convention Center
    10:00

    Opening sessions / Pulse Studio interviews

    Conference stage
    11:00

    Walk exhibitor halls focused on medical devices and digital health

    Hall 1 / Hall 2
    13:00

    Lunch break and informal networking

    Venue dining area
    14:00

    Pre-booked B2B meetings or Leaders' Club session

    Meeting rooms / Leaders' Club area
    16:00

    Live demos at HealthTech Live

    HealthTech Live zone
    17:30

    Visit Start-Up Zone and Reverse Pitching sessions

    Start-Up Zone / Innovation Hub
    19:00

    Wrap up, exchange contacts, and head out before close

    Venue exit / networking lounge

    Side trips

    5

    Historic Diriyah (At-Turaif District)

    UNESCO Heritage Site

    UNESCO World Heritage site and birthplace of the Saudi state; mud-brick architecture, museums, and dining at Bujairi Terrace nearby

    Recommendation - roughly 30-40 min drive from the venue area

    National Museum of Saudi Arabia

    Museum

    Well-curated walk through Arabian history from pre-Islamic times to the modern Kingdom; budget at least two hours

    Recommendation - roughly 25-35 min drive from the venue area

    Kingdom Centre Sky Bridge

    Landmark/Observation Deck

    Iconic 302m tower with a 99m Sky Bridge offering panoramic city views, plus shopping and dining

    Recommendation - roughly 25-35 min drive from the venue area

    Masmak Fortress

    Historic Fort

    Site of the 1902 event that led to the founding of modern Saudi Arabia; quick visit, pairs well with the surrounding Old Riyadh souqs

    Recommendation - roughly 25-35 min drive from the venue area

    Wadi Hanifah

    Outdoor/Nature

    Green valley trail popular for walking and cycling; a low-cost way to unwind between show days

    Recommendation - varies by access point across the city

    Networking spots

    5

    Leaders' Club

    Official Event Programme

    Official event feature: a private setting for senior healthcare leaders, ministers, and policymakers to hold curated meetings and roundtables

     

    Power Breakfast Series

    Official Event Programme

    Official event feature: focused morning sessions for investors, policymakers, and senior leaders on investment and market priorities

     

    Venue VIP lounge and business center

    Official Venue Facility

    Official venue feature described by organiser coverage as a dedicated networking and meeting space alongside the exhibition halls

     

    King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD)

    Recommendation

    Not event-affiliated - a modern business district with restaurants and lounges popular for evening networking after show hours

     

    Bujairi Terrace, Diriyah

    Recommendation

    Not event-affiliated - upscale dining terrace overlooking Diriyah, a common choice for informal dinners with contacts made at the show

     

    Budget

    Costs & budget

    The official 2026 site pages I found provide a stand enquiry form and booking contact, but no public booth-rate card or sqm pricing. The organiser directs exhibitors to request pricing through the stand booking form or sales team.

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    Estimated budget
    Live estimate
    • Hotel × 4 nights$240.00
    • Per diem × 4$240.00
    • Visa$150.00
    • Insurance$35.00
    Estimated total$665.00

    This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.

    Cost reference

    Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.

    visitor_standard_pass

    visitor · standard

    Not yet confirmed

    officialAs of 2026-07-23

    visitor_premium_advantage_pass

    visitor · premium

    Not yet confirmed

    unknownAs of 2026-07-23

    hotel_night

    both · budget

    USD 40–60 / per_night

    estimateAs of 2026-03-21

    hotel_night

    both · mid

    USD 82–158 / per_night

    estimateAs of 2025-11-14

    hotel_night

    both · premium

    USD 150–400 / per_night

    estimateAs of 2026-03-21

    tourist_evisa

    both · standard

    USD 142–160 / per_person

    estimateAs of 2026-04-20

    booth_space

    exhibitor · shell_scheme_and_raw_space

    Not yet confirmed

    unknown

    local_transport

    both · standard

    USD 1–5 / per_trip

    estimateAs of 2026-03-21

    meals

    both · standard

    USD 8–53 / per_meal

    estimateAs of 2026-03-21

    Decision

    Visit, exhibit, or skip?

    Should you go?

    Answer each question with the closest fit. Your visit/exhibit/skip recommendation updates as you go.

    QUESTION 1 OF 8

    Is the event's core focus (medical devices, digital health, pharma, hospital equipment, diagnostics) aligned with your product or professional focus?

    Decision matrix

    Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.

    visit

    You have a clear sourcing, learning, or networking objective and can commit roughly 3-4 nights in Riyadh with 2-3 weeks of lead time

    Best for

    Healthcare professionals, distributors, hospital/clinic management, and investors who want direct access to 2,200+ brands and 500+ speakers without the cost or lead time of exhibiting

    Min. budget

    $1,400.00

    Timeline

    T-14 to T-21

    Risks

    Visa or long-haul flight friction if not GCC-based

    Large crowds can make it hard to get quality time with priority exhibitors without pre-booked meetings

    Peak-season (Oct) hotel rates in Riyadh run higher than shoulder-season averages

    exhibit

    GCC/Saudi healthcare is a strategic growth market, you can commit a 90-day-plus runway, and you have a follow-up process ready for the leads a show of this scale generates

    Best for

    Medical device, digital health, pharma, and diagnostics companies pursuing the Saudi/GCC market who need brand visibility with ministers, hospital executives, and procurement heads

    Min. budget

    $12,000.00

    Timeline

    T-90

    Risks

    No public shell-scheme or space-only rate card is published; official pricing must be requested directly, so budgets can shift

    90-day-plus lead time needed for contracts, freight, visas, and stand design

    Standing out is harder among 2,200+ exhibitors without a differentiated stand story or pre-scheduled meetings

    skip

    Your category, market priorities, or budget/timeline don't line up with this edition; revisit for a future edition once fit or readiness improves

    Best for

    Teams with no current Saudi/GCC market priority, no travel budget for the region this cycle, or a product/service with little overlap with the exhibitor and visitor profiles

    Min. budget

    Not yet confirmed

    Timeline

    Not applicable

    Risks

    Missing early visibility into a fast-growing, ministry-backed regional healthcare market

    Competitors exhibiting or visiting may build relationships you don't have access to this cycle

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    Partners

    Recommended providers

    Hotels

    HotelMap

    Hotel booking partner referenced in search results for the event; use only if you want a prefiltered hotel shortlist near the venue.

    FAQs & glossary

    Answers

    Frequently asked

    Glossary

    1
    NextGen Pitch Competition
    A competition connecting healthcare startups and scale-ups with 250+ senior investors, offering a SAR 100,000 prize fund.
    2
    Leaders Club 100
    A private environment for senior healthcare leaders to engage in focused discussions, curated meetings, and leadership roundtables.
    3
    Capital Xchange
    A forum connecting exhibitors with 250+ senior investors representing over $65 billion in assets under management.
    4
    Better Stands Programme
    An initiative encouraging reusable stand structures to reduce onsite waste, supporting sustainability goals.
    5
    Pulse Studio
    Live interviews with healthcare leaders exploring ideas and developments influencing the sector.
    6
    HealthTech Live
    Live demonstrations of healthcare technology solutions addressing real-world challenges.
    7
    Power Breakfast Series
    Focused morning conversations for investors, policymakers, and senior leaders on healthcare investment and market priorities.
    8
    Reverse Pitching
    Healthcare organisations present challenges they need to solve, giving innovators insight into real market needs.
    9
    Health Unplugged
    Peer-led conversations on healthcare issues without formal presentations or sales pitches.

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