The Airport Show is a three-day event taking place from 12 to 14 October 2026 at the Dubai World Trade Centre in Dubai, UAE. The event is held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports, Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group. This special edition marks the 25th anniversary of the Airport Show, celebrating 25 years of accelerating airport innovation and partnerships. The event brings together the world's leading airport suppliers and service providers, top aviation leaders, and regional decision-makers to showcase the most transformative technologies shaping the future of the industry. The event is co-located with the Global Airport Leaders' Forum and the Women in Aviation Middle East Conference and Awards. The conference will host global exhibitors and thousands of aviation professionals. The event will feature a Business Connect Programme, which offers a variety of free networking opportunities prior to, during, and following the event, to foster meaningful business relationships. The Global Airport Leaders' Forum will discuss crucial topics for the growth of the worldwide aviation industry, while the Women in Aviation conference will bring together hundreds of college and university students enthusiastic about careers in aviation to network with other delegates and female industry leaders. The event will also feature a curated list of relevant contacts tailored to the interests and business needs of attendees, allowing them to schedule meetings in advance to make the most of their time at the event. The Airport Show is a leading B2B platform that highlights emerging technologies, cultivates strategic partnerships, supports national and regional priorities, and enables meaningful dialogue between regulators, operators, and solution providers. The event will provide a global meeting point for innovation driving the future of aviation, covering topics from airport construction to smart technologies.