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Updated August 2023

Sharjah, the third largest city in the United Arab Emirates, is a cultural hub that has earned the recognition of UNESCO as the cultural capital of the Arab world. The city boasts a rich and diverse culture, with a thriving art scene and a plethora of cultural events and exhibitions throughout the year.

One of the most prominent venues for hosting such events and exhibitions is the Expo Centre Sharjah, which offers state-of-the-art facilities and services for exhibitors, organizers, visitors, and marketers from around the world. Read on as Wego delves into why the Expo Centre Sharjah is one of the premier event centers of the world.

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Expo Centre Sharjah

The Expo Centre Sharjah, established by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry in 1977, stands as the oldest and most expansive exhibition center in the region. Over the course of more than 40 years, the Expo Centre has played host to a multitude of trade fairs, exhibitions, and conventions, making it a cornerstone for the business landscape. It now proudly accommodates some of the Gulf’s most well-attended trade shows, spanning a diverse array of sectors including education, health, tourism, industry, technology, fashion, and art.

Nestled within the heart of Sharjah, the Expo Centre stands as an iconic landmark. Encompassing an impressive expanse of 126,000 square meters, it encompasses over 28,000 square meters of meticulously designed, column-free exhibition space, all while overlooking a picturesque lagoon. With six expansive indoor halls, complemented by smaller yet equally versatile supporting venues, the facility proves to be an ideal setting for gatherings such as meetings, public seminars, celebrations, or launch events.

At the center of the complex, a central boulevard gracefully facilitates visitors’ access to the primary halls, as well as the meeting and seminar rooms. This boulevard is thoughtfully accompanied by amenities including a press lounge, service-oriented offices, a variety of restaurants, delightful cafés, and convenient ATMs.

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Expo Centre Sharjah events

Positioned as Sharjah’s foremost hub for exhibitions and meetings, the Expo Centre Sharjah takes pride in hosting an extensive spectrum of events year-round. Its strategically advantageous location further augments its desirability as a premier venue for exhibitions and conventions. Serving as a pivotal gateway to the Middle East, the city of Sharjah seamlessly facilitates trade not only within the northern emirates such as Ras Al Khaimah and Ajman but also establishes convenient connections to the capital, Abu Dhabi, and other Middle Eastern nations including Saudi Arabia and Oman.

Outlined below are notable events that have graced the Expo Centre Sharjah’s calendar in the year 2023, up to the present date.

SteelFab

Steelfab 2023, which took place from 9 to 12 January 2023, is one of the largest trade fairs and exhibitions in the steel fabrication industry. With a focus on adopting new technologies to enhance production and maximize cost-efficiency, the event catered to the growing demand from the core sector.

Ramadan Nights

This year’s Ramadan Nights, held from 5 to 21 April 2023, was the 40th annual edition of the event. The Ramadan Nights 2023 was the ultimate shopping, entertainment, and culinary destination during the season of Ramadan.

Expo Culinaire

Expo Culinaire is the only dedicated event in the UAE for chefs, pastry chefs, bakers, cooks, students and professionals from the HoReCa sector. A unique international trade exhibition and education event in collaboration with the Emirates Culinary Guild. This event showcases food, drinks, ingredients, equipment, services, skills and education. This year, it was held from 29 to 31 May 2023.

Jewels of Emirates Show

The 4th edition of the Jewels of Emirates Show was held at Expo Centre Sharjah from 1 to 4 June 2023. The purpose of the event was to act as a springboard for local jewelers. While providing a leg-up to the local industry, the show strived to put the much-needed confidence back into customers and woo them back to the exhibition halls.

Upcoming Events

As we approach the final quarter of 2023, the Expo Centre is poised to host a remarkable lineup of 18 economic, trade, and cultural exhibitions. This signals a substantial surge from the previous year’s roster during the same period. Notable among the upcoming events at the Expo Centre Sharjah are:

52nd Watch & Jewellery Middle East Show: 27 September to 1 October 2023
Arab Rubber Expo: 21 – 23 November 2023
Middle East Rubber & Tyre Expo 2023: 21 – 22 November 2023
Furniture 360: 30 November to 3 December 2023

Expo Centre Sharjah location

Nestled within the vibrant Al Khan area of Sharjah, the Expo Centre Sharjah holds a central position. Being a mere 25-minute drive from Sharjah International Airport and 35 minutes from Dubai International Airport, and bolstered by an exceptional public transport network, the Expo Centre Sharjah stands as a conveniently accessible venue. Moreover, its proximity to a plethora of internationally acclaimed hotels, all within walking distance, further solidifies its status as a practical and well-situated choice for hosting a variety of events.

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Expo Centre Sharjah contact details

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