Dubai: 13 events you shouldn't miss in February at DWTC

The Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) today announced its February events calendar, featuring 13 high-profile events across its world-class venues, including the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre (DICEC) and the Dubai Exhibition Centre (DEC), Expo City Dubai. Additionally, the Ai Everything GLOBAL conference will take place at the St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort in Abu Dhabi and the Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo City Dubai, respectively, while the Dubai International Boat Show will be held at Dubai Harbour.

Dubai's February event schedule includes Medlab Middle East 2025, the premier event for the medical laboratory industry, taking place from February 3rd to 6th. This event will highlight the latest advancements in laboratory medicine. This year's theme is "Building Business, Bridging Gaps, Fostering Connections," with the exhibition featuring eight dedicated product categories. Concurrently, the Medlab Middle East Congress will offer 12 CME-accredited conferences covering essential industry topics such as laboratory management, hematology, clinical chemistry, and immunology.

Dubai's February calendar also includes the UAE International Dental Conference & Arab Dental Exhibition (AEEDC Dubai 2025), scheduled from February 4th to 6th. As the world’s largest annual scientific dental conference and exhibition, it will continue its legacy in dental education and innovation. The event brings together top experts, academics, and professionals from around the globe, offering a comprehensive scientific program covering the latest research and advancements in all disciplines of dentistry. With over 4,000 exhibitors from 155 countries, hands-on workshops, exclusive networking programs, and billions of dirhams in business deals, AEEDC Dubai remains a pivotal event for the global dental community.

The Ai Everything GLOBAL 2025, organized by DWTC, will be held at the St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort in Abu Dhabi on February 4th, and at the Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo City Dubai, from February 5th to 6th. This event will gather over 500 exhibitors and 500+ Chief AI Officers to discuss the transformative advancements and regulatory frameworks shaping the AI landscape. The event will explore critical topics such as quantum computing, workforce readiness, and the scaling of AI in key sectors like healthcare and education. The exhibition will also showcase groundbreaking AI solutions from global technology leaders and innovative startups, solidifying the UAE’s position as a hub for AI innovation and collaboration, with over 200 renowned speakers from government, academia, and major tech companies.

The Emirates Diabetes and Endocrinology Congress (EDEC 2025), a premier event for the global endocrinology community, will take place from February 8th to 10th. This conference brings together leading endocrinologists and diabetologists, researchers, and healthcare professionals to discuss the latest advancements in endocrine science, diabetes treatment, and patient care. This annual meeting continues to set new industry standards, attracting world-class experts from around the globe to deliver cutting-edge lectures, expert sessions, and product showcases. Additionally, Breakbulk Middle East 2025, the region’s largest event for the project cargo and breakbulk industry, will be held from February 10th to 11th, bringing together logistics professionals, trade experts, and key decision-makers in the sector. During the 2025 edition, delegates will gain access to top-tier business intelligence, helping them identify potential future projects, understand how to remain competitive in the bidding process, and gain insights into the success factors of recent major projects.

The Kyoto Trade Fair, taking place from February 10th to 12th in collaboration with multiple trade associations in the UAE and Japan, is the ultimate hub for businesses and individuals to explore the limitless opportunities across Japan's diverse industries. Following the success of its inaugural edition last year, this year's event returns to Dubai in February, showcasing a wide array of categories including beauty and cosmetics, medical, gaming and anime, robotics and AI, apparel, artisan and crafts, sustainability, electrical manufacturing, real estate, food and beverage, and textiles. Concurrently, World of Coffee Dubai 2025, taking place from February 10th to 12th, will mark its fourth edition in Dubai, aiming to connect coffee producers, manufacturers, retailers, and traders from around the world to explore the UAE’s rapidly growing coffee market. Organized by DWTC’s experience agency, DXB Live, in partnership with the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA), the event will include a Roasters Village, the UAE National Championships, an SCA Community Lounge, Coffee Design Awards, a Best New Product competition and showcase, lectures, and workshops.

Also taking place from February 10th to 12th are the Aircraft Interiors Middle East and MRO Middle East exhibitions. These two co-located and complementary events are recognized as the ultimate dual forum for airlines, suppliers, and regulators to gather, network, share expertise, and explore the latest aviation products and technologies. Aircraft Interiors Middle East will showcase in-cabin advancements, while MRO Middle East will connect industry leaders and cutting-edge maintenance solutions. On February 12th, the Microsoft AI Tour 2025 is a must-attend event for Dubai decision-makers and developers. This event is an engaging, hands-on experience designed to showcase how AI can augment professionals’ knowledge and propel their organizations forward. Held across multiple locations globally, this one-day event provides curated, strategic content that brings top industry AI solutions directly to attendees.

From February 17th to 21st, Gulfood 2025, the world’s largest annual food and beverage event, will celebrate its 30th edition, featuring 100,000 products from over 5,000 companies on display in Dubai. Spanning over one million square feet of exhibition space, it is the ideal place to build relationships, sign deals, launch products, and announce new developments. Organized by DWTC, this year’s event includes the Gulfood Green Awards, recognizing excellence in sustainability across the food and beverage value chain; the YouthX Youth Chef Challenge; and FoodVerse, where visitors can experience the practical applications of technological trends shaping the future of the industry.

The Dubai International Boat Show has been at the forefront of the global marine industry for over three decades. As the region's largest marine event, it will take place at Dubai Harbour this February, showcasing the latest luxury yachts, superyachts, marine technology, and watersports. This event brings together yacht manufacturers, industry professionals, and marine enthusiasts from around the world, providing a platform for networking, deal-making, and discovering cutting-edge innovations from industry experts shaping the future of maritime innovation. This DWTC-owned event continues to solidify Dubai’s reputation as a hub for marine business tourism. Additionally, Affiliate World Dubai 2025, a unique gathering for affiliate marketers and e-commerce entrepreneurs, will be held from February 26th to 27th, offering two days of cutting-edge insights, networking, and deal-making opportunities. The event’s agenda will highlight the latest advancements in affiliate marketing, e-commerce, digital agencies, and more. Key discussions will delve into the affiliate marketing landscape in the Middle East and explore the future of the industry. It will also feature four dedicated channel tracks covering e-commerce, native advertising, Facebook, and TikTok.

The WCA World 2025, the world’s largest, most important, and productive logistics networking event, will hold its 14th global meeting in Dubai in February, running from February 26th to March 1st. This event will bring together independent freight forwarders from over 180 countries. With a strong focus on innovation and collaboration, the event enables exhibitors and visitors to expand their company's visibility, explore new markets, and increase their global profile.