Big 5 Global 2026 Dubai (23 to 26 November): Visitor and Exhibitor Guide
Short answer
Big 5 Global 2026 takes place from 23 to 26 November 2026 at Dubai World Trade Centre. It is one of the region's largest construction and urban development events, with co-located shows including Heavy, Totally Concrete, Marble & Stone World, Urban Design & Landscape, HVACR World, GeoWorld and Future FM. Opening hours are 11am to 6pm on Monday 23 November, 10am to 6pm on Tuesday and Wednesday, and 10am to 5pm on Thursday 26 November.
Key takeaways
- ✓Book meetings with exhibitors before the show opens.
- ✓Use co-located shows to focus your route (for example HVACR World or Marble & Stone World).
- ✓The show ends the day before White Friday, so retail teams will be stretched.
- ✓Follow up within 48 hours while conversations are fresh.
Key facts
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Dates | 23 to 26 November 2026 |
| Venue | Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai |
| Hours | Mon 11am to 6pm; Tue and Wed 10am to 6pm; Thu 10am to 5pm |
| Focus | Construction, building materials, urban development, HVAC, concrete, stone, facilities management |
| Co-located shows | Heavy, Totally Concrete, Marble & Stone World, Urban Design & Landscape, HVACR World, GeoWorld, Future FM |
Check the official Big 5 Global website for registration and the latest programme before you go.
Who should attend
- Contractors, developers, architects and consultants looking for suppliers and technology.
- Building materials and fit-out brands sourcing new products, including from China.
- Facilities management and HVAC businesses.
- B2B marketers in construction looking for partnerships and leads.
Planning an event, exhibition or launch?
Husbar plans, books and runs events end to end, built around the leads and results you want afterwards.
Plan your event with HusbarTurning the show into business
- Before: list target exhibitors, book meetings, and run LinkedIn ads to attendees by job title. See LinkedIn ads for B2B in the UAE.
- During: capture leads digitally with notes on need, timeline and budget. See event lead capture.
- After: follow up within 48 hours with a personal message and a useful asset.
Sourcing building materials or fit-out products from China? Our China manufacturing cluster map shows where they are made, and China Line manages sourcing and inspection.
Exhibiting? Husbar plans stands, pre-show campaigns and lead follow-up. See exhibition stand design costs in Dubai or plan your event with Husbar.
When is Big 5 Global 2026?+
23 to 26 November 2026 at Dubai World Trade Centre.
What are the Big 5 Global opening hours?+
Monday 11am to 6pm, Tuesday and Wednesday 10am to 6pm, and Thursday 10am to 5pm.
Which shows run alongside Big 5 Global?+
Heavy, Totally Concrete, Marble & Stone World, Urban Design & Landscape, HVACR World, GeoWorld and Future FM.
Can Husbar help us exhibit at Big 5?+
Yes. We handle stand planning, pre-show marketing and lead follow-up.
Sources
- Big 5 Global official website, big5global.com.
- Khaleej Times: Dubai gears up for packed events season as Gitex, ATM and Big 5 return (2026).
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Planning an event, exhibition or launch?
Husbar plans, books and runs events end to end, built around the leads and results you want afterwards.
Plan your event with Husbar
