Sharjah is all set to kick off 2026 with a roster of events. Expo Centre Sharjah is lining up over 95 exhibitions and events in 2026. The venue is one of the busiest hubs for business, culture, retail, and ideas in the region. The newly announced calendar is stacked across the year, which blends industry expos with crowd-pulling cultural festivals.
Expo Centre Sharjah To Host 95 Events In 2026
From Manufacturing, real estate, education to smart mobility, gold and jewellery, every major sector will host some event at this Expo. And not to forget the family-friendly festivals, seasonal retail shows, and book fairs that draw crowds into the millions.
A Packed Start To The Year
- SteelFab 2026 (Jan 12–15): A metalworking exhibition of the Middle East focusing on automation, robotics, and AI.
- Sharjah Real Estate Exhibition ACRES (Jan 21–24): A networking platform for developers, investors, and major property players.
- Jewels of Emirates Show (Late Jan): A dedicated exhibit dedicated to Emirati designers and locally crafted jewellery talent.
- Ramadan Nights (March): A blend of festive shopping, heritage experiences, live shows, and family competitions during the holy month of Ramadan.
- 57th Watch and Jewellery Middle East Show (April): A renowned regional exhibit for watches, diamonds, and fine jewellery brands.
- Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (April–May): A culture-rich festival set to unveil creativity and reading among young visitors.
- Come On Kerala (May): An Indian festive exhibit that attracts visitors interested in cultural, trade, and entertainment.
- Eid Al Adha Exhibition (May): An event showcasing competitive deals across fashion, electronics, and more.
- Regional Data and Community Development Forum (H1 debut)
- Aatmanirbhar Bharat Exhibition (June): A trade exhibition from India offering details about manufacturing, innovation, and more.
- ExpoCulinaire: A culinary exhibition offering chefs, hospitality brands, and food industry professionals to showcase their talent.
- Hive Furniture Show: A global showcase for furniture, interiors, and home décor.
- International Government Communication Forum (September): A global exhibit based on public sector communication and strategy.
- Education, beauty, and fragrance exhibitions (Q4): Exhibit focused on academics, cosmetics, and perfumery.
- Sharjah International Book Fair (November): UAE’s largest cultural event celebrating books, authors, and publishing.
- Mobility shows, retail sales, and clearance events (Year-end): Consumer-focused exhibitions.
Beyond the main venue, Expo Al Dhaid and Expo Khorfakkan will also commence their own packed programmes, from agriculture and heritage festivals to innovation showcases and seasonal retail events.
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To Sum Up
Sharjah is going big on events by organising smarter, bigger, and broader exhibit and 2026 proves it.
Cover Image Courtesy: Expo Centre Sharjah/Website
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