Everything You Need to Know Before You Go

Awards Ceremony Details:

Dates: 20 August 2026
Venue: Madinat Arena, Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai, UAE Google Maps

Getting there:

Parking: Driving to the venue? Dedicated free valet parking will be available at the Madinat Arena entrance

Taxi: Please ask to be dropped off at the Madinat Arena entrance

Atelier by Informa: Book your stay up to 40% off

Through our dedicated Atelier by Informa programme, secure access to exclusive attendee rates at more than 80 hotels across Dubai.

• Best-price guarantee on partner hotels
• Free daily shuttles to and from the venue
• Special group rates on bookings of 9+ rooms
• Priority check-ins and tailored experiences
• Flexible cancellation policy

The dress code for the Middle East Event Awards ceremony is Black Tie or National Attire.

Nationals of 45+ countries are eligible for a UAE visa on arrival. If you require a visa to attend Middle East Event Show, our Visa Support Services team can assist you throughout the application process. We recommend submitting your application as early as possible, as processing can take up to six weeks.

For complex or restricted-nationality applications, our partner Al Rais can guide you through documentation and procedures (service fee applies).

You may be considering obtaining insurance for travelling to an exhibition. Orient Travel provides various travel policies, information on which you can enquire about here.

Email the team at Informaguest@orienttravels.com or call +971 (0)4 404 1400.

Need a Letter of Invitation?

If you require a Letter of Invitation to support your visa application, simply submit a request and our visitor team will email your personalised letter once your registration has been verified.