Dubai Esports and Games Festival returns this May

22 May 2026

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Dubai Esports and Games Festival returns this May

The Dubai Esports and Games Festival will return from May 22 to June 7 with an exciting citywide lineup of gaming competitions, live entertainment and interactive experiences.

After welcoming more than 45,000 visitors in 2025, the festival is back with highlights including GameExpo, GameExpo Summit, Play Beyond and the Dubai Cosplay Championship. This year’s edition also focuses on the UAE’s Year of the Family, offering activities for gamers of all ages.

GameExpo will take place at Dubai World Trade Centre from June 5 to 7, featuring live competitions, immersive gaming zones, retro favourites and the latest game releases. Spread across two halls, the event will include ten themed zones and more than 100 gaming consoles.

Early-bird tickets are now on sale starting from just Dhs10.



Event Details:

Date: May 22 to Jun 7

Tickets: From Dhs10

Location: Dubai World Trade Centre

Registration for The Narrows is now open, while you can register for the Cosplay Championship, and be in with a chance of winning part of a Dhs50,000 prize pool, here 

For more details: Click here

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