YOUR EXPAND NORTH STAR 2026 JOURNEY STARTS HERE

Plan ahead for EXPAND NORTH STAR 2026 - from where to stay and how to get there, to visas, flights and making the most of Dubai while you’re here.

7–10 DECEMBER 2026 | DUBAI, UAE
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The home of landmark events

THE GITEX SUMMIT

7 Dec 2026
Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC)
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EXPAND NORTH STAR EXPO

8-10 Dec 2026
Dubai Exhibition Centre (DEC) Expo City Dubai
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THE EASIEST WAY TO GET THERE

EXPAND NORTH STAR 2026 takes over two landmark Dubai venues, opening on 7 December at Dubai World Trade Centre with The GITEX Summit, before moving to Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo City Dubai from 8–10 December for the full EXPAND NORTH STAR Expo & Conferences - four days of global tech, business, ideas and connections at scale.

GITEX SUMMIT | DUBAI WORLD TRADE CENTRE (DWTC)

Dubai Metro’s Red Line connects both EXPAND NORTH STAR venues:

World Trade Centre Station → The GITEX Summit

Silver/Gold NOL Card is recommended for multi-day attendance

Red Ticket is suitable for one-way or day-pass travel

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Careem and Uber operate 24/7 at both venues.

  • PROMO CODE
    GITEX2026
  • DISCOUNT
    20% off up to 20 AED on 2 trips per user
  • LOCATION
    Valid on trips to or from DWTC and Expo City
  • VALIDITY
    7–10 December 2026

On-site parking with dedicated EV bays at DWTC

DXB to DWTC: ~20 min by Metro, ~15 min by taxi.

EXPAND NORTH STAR | DUBAI EXHIBITION CENTRE

Click your chosen mode of transport below.

Dubai Exhibition Centre (DEC) at Expo City Dubai offers multiple parking areas, including dedicated visitor parking and additional overflow facilities.

Visitor Parking – P1 to P5

Follow the official parking directions below to reach your designated parking area

Additional Parking

Additional facilities include Mobility Parking and Airshow Overflow Parking, with event shuttle connections where available. Follow official event signage and traffic marshal instructions to access the appropriate areas.

Private Vehicle Drop-Off

Private vehicle drop-offs are permitted only at designated locations, including the South Drop-Off area. Follow onsite directional signs and instructions from traffic marshals.

Important: Parking access, vehicle routes and drop-off arrangements may change based on operational requirements and directions from the relevant authorities. Use the official parking links and onsite signage.

Careem and Uber operate 24/7 at both venues.

  • PROMO CODE
    GITEX2026
  • DISCOUNT
    20% off up to 20 AED on 2 trips per user
  • LOCATION
    Valid on trips to or from DWTC and Expo City
  • VALIDITY
    7–10 December 2026
  • Line: Red Line
  • Nearest station: Expo 2020 Metro Station
  • Walking distance: approx. 5–10 minutes

Tickets & NOL cards:
Metro travel requires a NOL card, available at All metro stations

  • Silver/Gold NOL Card is recommended for multi-day attendance
  • Red Ticket is suitable for one-way or day-pass travel

Park & Ride

Use the Park & Ride option in the following locations:

  • Centrepoint Metro Station Parking
  • e& Metro Station Parking
  • National Paints Metro Station Parking
  • Al Kifaf Multistory Parking (accessible via Max Metro Station)

Park your vehicle and take the Red line to directly reach Dubai Exhibition Centre.

Dedicated event shuttle services will connect key transport hubs, designated parking areas and the exhibition venue.

Event Shuttle Services
  • DWTC – DEC Direct Shuttles: Transfers between Dubai World Trade Centre and Dubai Exhibition Centre.
  • Overflow Parking Shuttles: Connections from designated overflow parking areas to the venue.
  • Hotel & Exhibitor Shuttles: Dedicated services operating via the Transportation Hub (TH).
  • Destination Buses: Pick-up services available from the Transportation Hub.

Key Pick-Up & Drop-Off Points

South Drop-Off

Serves DWTC–DEC direct buses, official event buses and overflow parking shuttles.

Transportation Hub (TH)

Serves destination buses, hotel buses, exhibitor shuttles and designated taxi services.

Expo 2020 Metro Station

The public transport interchange serving Expo City Dubai, with pedestrian connections to the exhibition venue.

RTA Public Buses

RTA public buses serve Expo City Dubai via the Expo 2020 Metro Bus Interchange. Visitors can use their nol cards for travel, with standard RTA fares applying.

For the latest public bus routes and schedules, visit the RTA website or use the RTA Dubai app.

Event shuttle routes and operations may change. Please follow official onsite signage and staff instructions.

NEED A VISA? Visa support is available with Al Rais

Nationals of 45+ countries are eligible for a UAE visa on arrival. If you require a visa to attend EXPAND NORTH STAR 2026, 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).

WHERE TO STAY - STAY CLOSE TO THE ACTION

Book your stay at up to 40% off

Through Atelier by Informa, EXPAND NORTH STAR attendees can access exclusive hotel rates across 80+ properties in Dubai, with added benefits designed to make your stay easier.

  • Preferential rates across selected partner hotels
  • Complimentary daily shuttle services to and from the venue
  • Special group pricing for bookings of 9 rooms or more
  • Priority check-in and selected guest benefits
  • Flexible cancellation options
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FLY BETTER TO EXPAND NORTH STAR 2026

Plan your journey to Dubai with Emirates and enjoy exclusive flight offers for EXPAND NORTH STAR 2026 attendees, alongside world-class comfort and award-winning onboard experiences.

Your exclusive flight discounts:

  • 10% off Saver, Flex and Flex Plus return fares in Economy and Business Class.
  • 5% off Flex Plus return fares in Premium Economy.

Promo Code: EVE6GTG

Travel to Dubai: 2–16 December 2026

Return by: 26 December 2026

Note: Enter promotional code EVE6GTG under Advanced Search when booking. Discounts apply to eligible fares only. Saver fares are not discounted for travel between 10 December and 10 January.

COME FOR THE WORLD’S BIGGEST TECH SHOW

IN ONE PLACE

EXPAND NORTH STAR lands in December — when Dubai is at its best.

Cooler weather, outdoor dining, beaches, entertainment, shopping and a packed city calendar make it the perfect time to turn your business trip into something more.

 

Shape the future by day. Experience Dubai by night.

Explore Dubai

EXPLORE DUBAI

From Downtown Dubai and DIFC to Dubai Marina, JBR, Expo City and the desert — there is plenty to discover beyond the show floor.

Dining in Dubai

DINE

From neighbourhood favourites to Michelin-starred restaurants, Dubai brings cuisines and cultures from around the world to one city.

Experiences in Dubai

EXPERIENCE

Beaches. Desert. Culture. Entertainment. Nightlife. Outdoor experiences.

Make the days around GITEX part of the trip.

Shopping in Dubai

SHOP

Explore Dubai Mall, Mall of the Emirates, traditional souks and the city-wide experiences of Dubai’s winter shopping season.

DUBAI FAST FACTS

Currency

UAE Dirham (AED)

TIME ZONE

GMT +4

LANGUAGE

Arabic is the official language. English is widely spoken.

WEATHER

Average temperature around 21–22°C

LOCAL TRANSPORT

Metro | Taxi | Careem | Uber

BEFORE YOU ARRIVE

A little planning goes a long way during GITEX week

Get your EXPAND NORTH STAR ticket

Check your visa requirements

Book flights and accommodation early

Download the EXPAND NORTH STAR app when available

Review the venue map and transport options

Plan your meetings and must-see sessions

Leave some room to experience Dubai