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.
Dates
26–29 Oct 2026
City / country
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Venue
Riyadh Exhibition and Convention Center (Malham)
Time
9:30 AM – 7:00 PM
Companies exhibiting at GLOBAL HEALTH EXHIBITION 2026 include 10X Immersive | Smart Dental Glasses, 2P Perfect Presentation, 360 Health Vectors Pvt Ltd, 4Ways Center and ABC.
Event 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
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.
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
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Location & Facilities
Halls & areas
2Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Entrances & gates
Main Entrance
Ramps available at the hall entrances.
Prayer rooms are indicated across the venue in the official event materials.
Food options
On-site catering / refreshments
On-site diningParking: Dedicated parking spots close to the entrance for people with disabilities.
Attend
Event days & opening times
General Visitor Pass
Free entry with standard registration
Business/Trade Entry Pass
Starting price for purchased business entry, per official FAQ
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
What's on
Tahaluf leadership and featured speakers
Tahaluf / Global Health Exhibition
2026 congress and event programme
Leaders Club 100
Capital Xchange
Power Breakfasts
Pulse Studio
Global Health Excellence Awards
Officially referenced by the organiser as part of the event content, recognizing top innovators, hospital projects, and impactful leadership in the sector.
Ministry of Health
Patron
Saudi Vision 2030
Supporter
Health Sector Transformation Program
Supporter
How the last edition performed
Last edition
2025
Visitors: 130,000
Exhibitors: 2,200
Floor area: 120,000 sqm
Exhibitor countries: 46
This edition
2026
Visitors: 130,000
Exhibitors: 2,200
Next edition
2026
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.
Growth over time
Edition recap
New this edition
Leaders’ Club
A private environment for senior healthcare leaders, ministers and policymakers to take part in focused discussions, curated meetings and leadership roundtables.
SourcePulse Studio
Live interview stage and studio featuring healthcare leaders and innovators exploring the ideas, decisions and developments influencing the sector.
SourceHealthTech Live
Live demonstrations of healthcare technology in practice showing solutions designed to address real-world challenges across care delivery.
SourcePower Breakfast Series
Focused morning conversations for investors, policymakers and senior leaders exploring healthcare investment, market priorities and emerging opportunities.
SourceReverse Pitching
Healthcare organisations and government entities present the challenges they need to solve, giving innovators and solution providers insight into real market needs.
SourceHealth Unplugged
Peer-led conversations on the issues shaping healthcare today through open discussion and shared perspectives, without formal sales pitches.
SourcePhotos
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Impact
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
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
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
475
Exhibitors
27
Categories
37
Countries
16
Pavilions
Top 10 by exhibitor count — estimates based on published directory.
Saudi Arabia
China
United States
UAE
Turkey
United Kingdom
Canada
India
Germany
South Korea
Pakistan
Portugal
Italy
Egypt
Finland
Country Pavilions
20 stands
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
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
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.
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
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.
SourceLocal 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.
SourceAdvanced 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.
SourceInvestor-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.
SourceSpecialist 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.
SourceLatest updates from across the market.
Global Health Exhibition 2026 publishes its Riyadh dates and venue
ReadOfficial show information confirms four-day 2026 schedule
Read2026 edition expands into dermatology, orthopedics, and dental
ReadInvestor programming is being upgraded for 2026
Read2025 edition scale is being used to frame 2026 growth
ReadThe 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.
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.
websiteGlobal Health Exhibition 2026
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Current-edition source event; the main Saudi healthcare platform and the central reference point for the regional circuit.
websiteMEDICA 2026
Dusseldorf, Germany
Major international comparator for devices, diagnostics, imaging, and health IT; useful for European sourcing and launch timing.
websiteWorld 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.
websiteWHX Dubai 2027
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Same event family as Arab Health; strong for GCC procurement, distributors, and hospital decision-makers.
websiteAutumn GCC procurement window
Best window for Saudi-focused launches, distributor meetings, and public-private stakeholder access.
Winter MENA expansion window
Useful for extending Riyadh introductions into wider GCC deal flow and regional distribution channels.
European medtech window
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
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
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
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
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
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
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.
USD 120–220 / night
Good balance for business travelers wanting a shorter ride to Malham and more predictable check-in/service standards.
USD 230–450 / night
Closest high-comfort option for exhibitor teams, VIPs and speakers who want to minimise transfer time.
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Taxi / ride-hailing
Best choice for direct transfers; allow extra time during peak arrival and departure windows.
Private car / hired driver
Useful for teams with packed schedules, multiple site visits or equipment to carry.
Venue shuttle
Official materials reference shuttle buses for attendees; availability can vary by edition and pass type.
Hotel shuttle
Check directly with the hotel; this is more common in premium or business properties.
Plan your trip
Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.
| Type | Who needs it | Fee | Processing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist / Event eVisa | Citizens of 66+ eligible countries, plus holders of a valid and used US, UK, or Schengen visa. | $142.00 | Instant to 24 hours | |
| Business Visit Visa | Professionals from countries not eligible for the eVisa, or those needing a formal sponsor invitation. | $100.00 | 3 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 pageWeather
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
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
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: King Khalid International Airport (RUH)
Choose RUH for the shortest practical transfer to Malham and allow extra time for road travel.
Book flightsMost 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.
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.
OfficialGet 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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Request meetings with priority exhibitors and prepare a short pitch/ask — Early outreach improves the odds of landing time with busy stand teams.
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.
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.
Arrive at opening time and head to priority zones before peak crowds — With 130,000+ attendees expected, mornings are typically calmer for meetings.
Arrive and collect badge ahead of the day's opening
Registration area, Riyadh Exhibition and Convention CenterOpening sessions / Pulse Studio interviews
Conference stageWalk exhibitor halls focused on medical devices and digital health
Hall 1 / Hall 2Lunch break and informal networking
Venue dining areaPre-booked B2B meetings or Leaders' Club session
Meeting rooms / Leaders' Club areaLive demos at HealthTech Live
HealthTech Live zoneVisit Start-Up Zone and Reverse Pitching sessions
Start-Up Zone / Innovation HubWrap up, exchange contacts, and head out before close
Venue exit / networking loungeHistoric Diriyah (At-Turaif District)
UNESCO Heritage Site
Recommendation - roughly 30-40 min drive from the venue area
UNESCO World Heritage site and birthplace of the Saudi state; mud-brick architecture, museums, and dining at Bujairi Terrace nearby
National Museum of Saudi Arabia
Museum
Recommendation - roughly 25-35 min drive from the venue area
Well-curated walk through Arabian history from pre-Islamic times to the modern Kingdom; budget at least two hours
Kingdom Centre Sky Bridge
Landmark/Observation Deck
Recommendation - roughly 25-35 min drive from the venue area
Iconic 302m tower with a 99m Sky Bridge offering panoramic city views, plus shopping and dining
Masmak Fortress
Historic Fort
Recommendation - roughly 25-35 min drive from the venue area
Site of the 1902 event that led to the founding of modern Saudi Arabia; quick visit, pairs well with the surrounding Old Riyadh souqs
Wadi Hanifah
Outdoor/Nature
Recommendation - varies by access point across the city
Green valley trail popular for walking and cycling; a low-cost way to unwind between show days
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
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.
sourceAdjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
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visitor · standard
—
visitor_premium_advantage_pass
visitor · premium
—
hotel_night
both · budget
USD 40–60 / per_night
hotel_night
both · mid
USD 82–158 / per_night
hotel_night
both · premium
USD 150–400 / per_night
tourist_evisa
both · standard
USD 142–160 / per_person
booth_space
exhibitor · shell_scheme_and_raw_space
—
local_transport
both · standard
USD 1–5 / per_trip
meals
both · standard
USD 8–53 / per_meal
| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| visitor_standard_pass | visitor | standard | — | official | 2026-07-23 |
| visitor_premium_advantage_pass | visitor | premium | — | unknown | 2026-07-23 |
| hotel_night | both | budget | USD 40–60 / per_night | estimate | 2026-03-21 |
| hotel_night | both | mid | USD 82–158 / per_night | estimate | 2025-11-14 |
| hotel_night | both | premium | USD 150–400 / per_night | estimate | 2026-03-21 |
| tourist_evisa | both | standard | USD 142–160 / per_person | estimate | 2026-04-20 |
| booth_space | exhibitor | shell_scheme_and_raw_space | — | unknown | |
| local_transport | both | standard | USD 1–5 / per_trip | estimate | 2026-03-21 |
| meals | both | standard | USD 8–53 / per_meal | estimate | 2026-03-21 |
Decision
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?
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
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
Book with
Recommended providers
Hotel booking partner referenced in search results for the event; use only if you want a prefiltered hotel shortlist near the venue.
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