MIPIM Riyadh 2026: Dates, Location and How to Exhibit at MIPIM Middle East

What is MIPIM Middle East? 🏙️

MIPIM Middle East is the brand-new regional edition of MIPIM the world's most prestigious real estate and urban development summit launching for the very first time in 2026. Organized by RX, a global leader in events and exhibitions, it brings together the international real estate and investment community with key policymakers, project owners, and developers from across the Middle East and GCC region.

Building on the flagship MIPIM in Cannes which attracts over 20,000 delegates from 100 countries annually and its sister event MIPIM Asia in Hong Kong, MIPIM Middle East was created to connect global capital with one of the fastest-growing real estate development regions in the world. The Saudi Investment Promotion Authority (SIPA) has officially signed a strategic partnership with RX to co-host the event, reinforcing Saudi Arabia's ambition to become a leading global hub for real estate investment and infrastructure.

Practical Information 📌

Dates, Hours, and Venue

• Dates: Tuesday, October 20 to Wednesday, October 21, 2026

• Venue: The Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

• Format: 100% B2B curated conference, high-impact networking, and investment sessions

  
  

How to Get There

• By plane: King Khalid International Airport (RUH), approximately 35 minutes from The Ritz-Carlton Riyadh

• By car: Direct access via King Fahd Road, valet parking available at The Ritz-Carlton

• By taxi or rideshare: Uber and Careem operate widely across Riyadh with direct hotel drop-off

• From central Riyadh: The hotel is located in the heart of the diplomatic and business district

MIPIM Middle East 2026 in Numbers 📊

• 1,000+ delegates from across the globe

• 100% B2B format every connection is a business opportunity

• 300+ international investors

• 70% Directors and C-Level executives

• 20,000+ delegates attend the flagship MIPIM in Cannes annually now coming to Riyadh

  
  

Why Exhibit at MIPIM Middle East 2026? 🎯

Exhibiting at MIPIM Middle East means:

• Placing your brand directly in front of 1,000+ senior decision-makers, with 70% holding Director or C-Level positions

• Connecting with 300+ international investors actively seeking opportunities in the Middle East and GCC markets

• Engaging with key policymakers and project owners behind Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 one of the most ambitious real estate and infrastructure programs in the world

• Accessing a 100% B2B environment where every interaction is curated for high-value business outcomes

• Positioning your company at the intersection of global capital and regional opportunity in a market experiencing exponential growth in residential, commercial, hospitality, and mixed-use development

  
  

It's not just a conference it's the strategic gateway to the Middle East's most transformative real estate market.

The Saudi Real Estate Opportunity 🌍

Saudi Arabia's real estate sector is undergoing a historic transformation. Vision 2030 positions real estate as a national growth engine, with mega-projects like NEOM, New Murabba, and Diriyah Gate attracting hundreds of billions in investment. Riyadh alone is expanding at an unprecedented pace, with over 90,000 new residential units planned and millions of square meters of mixed-use development underway. MIPIM Middle East was specifically launched to serve as the strategic bridge between this regional momentum and the international investment community.

Exhibitor & Sponsorship Opportunities 💼

MIPIM Middle East offers a range of exhibitor and sponsorship formats tailored to the intimate, high-level format of the event:

• Exhibition stands: various sizes available with premium positioning options

• Sponsorship packages: include on-stage branding, curated investor meetings, app visibility, and content partnership opportunities

• National pavilions: ideal for country-level delegations and investment promotion agencies

  
  

To request an exhibitor pack, sponsorship brochure, or personalized quote, contact the organizer directly:

• Organizer: RX (Reed Exhibitions)

• Official website: www.mipim.com

  
  

FAQ MIPIM Middle East 2026 ❓

What is MIPIM Middle East?

MIPIM Middle East is the first-ever regional edition of the global MIPIM real estate summit, launching in Riyadh in October 2026. It is organized by RX and supported by the Saudi Investment Promotion Authority (SIPA), focused entirely on connecting global investors with Middle East development opportunities.

Who should attend MIPIM Riyadh 2026?

The event is designed for real estate investors, developers, asset managers, architects, urban planners, financial institutions, government entities, and technology providers active in or seeking to enter the Middle East market.

Is MIPIM Middle East a public event?

No, MIPIM Middle East is a strictly professional, 100% B2B event. Access is reserved for qualified industry professionals and pre-registered delegates.

Where is MIPIM Middle East 2026 held?

The event takes place at The Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia one of the most prestigious business venues in the Saudi capital, located in the heart of the city's diplomatic and investment district.

How does MIPIM Middle East differ from MIPIM Cannes?

While MIPIM Cannes is a large-scale event welcoming 20,000+ delegates from 100 countries, MIPIM Middle East is a curated, high-intensity 2-day summit focused on the GCC and broader Middle East market, with 1,000+ senior delegates and a 100% B2B format designed for maximum deal-making efficiency.

How do I register or book a stand?

Visit the official MIPIM website at www.mipim.com or contact the RX sales team directly for registration, exhibitor packs, and sponsorship opportunities.