Halal Industry Event
Halal Trade Expo Dubai 2026
- Dates
- November 16, 2026 – November 18, 2026
- Venue
- Dubai World Trade Center (DWTC)
- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Halal Trade Expo Dubai is a dedicated halal-sector trade show staged inside the Middle East Organic & Natural Products Expo at Dubai World Trade Centre, organised by GL Exhibitions (Global Links Exhibition Organizers & Conferences LLC). It covers the full halal-economy spectrum — Food & Beverages, Cosmetics, Halal Ingredients, Finance, Logistics and digital Islamic-lifestyle products. The 2026 edition runs alongside the MIHAS @ Dubai Malaysia Pavilion (organised by MATRADE), giving exhibitors and buyers a combined GCC/Malaysia trade-flow platform. Held 16 – 18 November 2026 at Dubai World Trade Centre, 10:00–17:00 daily.
Who Should Attend
Halal product importers & wholesale buyersRetailers and supermarket chainsManufacturers seeking halal ingredient suppliersPharmaceutical and medical-device companiesHospitality and HORECA buyersHalal cosmetic and personal-care buyersDistributors and re-exporters serving Islamic marketsHalal-finance professionalsHalal-logistics service providersGovernment and trade-mission delegations
Why This Market Matters
- Projected global halal economy by 2030
- $4.96 trillion
- Middle East share of the global halal market
- $200 billion+ (~10% of global)
- Headline market opportunity figure used on landing
- $2.2 trillion
- Live buyer attendees — Organic Expo 2025 (parent show)
- 58,000+
- Unique web traffic (parent show portal)
- 957,320+
- Product countries represented
- 70+
- Quality products at the parent show
- 45,000+
- New product launches at the parent show
- 5,800+
- ArabianOrganics online portal product catalogue
- 4,000+ products across 11 categories
2030
2025
From the Same Organiser
- Middle East Organic & Natural Products Expo· United Arab Emirates
Parent / co-located host show (same organizer, GL Exhibitions). Halal Trade Expo Dubai is the dedicated halal segment within this.
- MIHAS @ Dubai — Malaysia Pavilion· UAE / Malaysia (MATRADE)
Co-located Malaysia Pavilion organised by MATRADE.
Event Highlights
- Held inside the 58,000+ live-buyer Middle East Organic & Natural Products Expo at DWTC
- Co-located with MIHAS @ Dubai (Malaysia Pavilion organised by MATRADE)
- Backed by 9+ national trade-promotion agencies (MATRADE, DITP, Iran TPO, Sri Lanka EDB, FIAB, FAGE, Enterprise Greece, USAID)
- Year-round buyer access via ArabianOrganics portal (710+ suppliers, 4,000+ products, 11 categories)
- Run by GL Exhibitions, a Dubai-based exhibition company headquartered in Business Bay
Why Attend & Exhibit
Why Attend
- 1
Sample quality halal products
Curated halal product selection across Food & Beverage, Beauty & Cosmetics, Health & Wellness, Living and Environment categories — quality, purity and sustainability emphasis.
- 2
Source globally year-round
ArabianOrganics — the organizer's wholesale trade portal — keeps the sourcing channel open year-round, with 710+ suppliers and 4,000+ products across 11 categories.
- 3
Onsite matchmaking
Pre-arranged buyer–exhibitor meetings, supported by Rubiq (the exhibitor-buyer matching portal) and the VIP Buyer Program.
- 4
Specialised pavilions
Dedicated Tea & Coffee, Fresh Produce, Superfoods and Halal pavilions plus the MIHAS @ Dubai Malaysia Pavilion (co-located via MATRADE).
- 5
Attend the Organic Conference
Sessions co-located with Organic & Natural Products Expo — expert-led, with conference registration available alongside visitor registration.
Why Exhibit
- 1
365-day promotion, not just 3 days
Exhibitors are signed up for a 365-day export-promotion programme — monthly buyer recommendations, ArabianOrganics online shop, live product showcase at Organic Majlis, real-time buyer meetings and post-event follow-up.
- 2
Reach buyers face-to-face AND online
Combined offering of face-to-face onsite matchmaking plus eCommerce portal (ArabianOrganics) plus exhibitor-buyer portal (Rubiq).
- 3
Pre-arranged meetings
Visitor and exhibitor portals enable pre-arranged meetings before the show, increasing onsite ROI.
- 4
VIP Buyer Program
Dedicated programme bringing premium halal wholesale and retail buyers from the GCC and beyond.
- 5
Strategic supporters and pavilions
Backed by national trade-promotion bodies (MATRADE / Malaysia, DITP / Thailand, Iran TPO, Sri Lanka EDB, USAID, Enterprise Greece, FIAB / Spain, FAGE / Greece) and operates Halal Super Kitchen, VIP Buyer Lounge, Beauty Lounge activations on the floor.
Programme Highlights
Organic Super Kitchen / Halal Super Kitchen
Live cooking demonstrations by skilled chefs transforming halal/organic raw ingredients into finished dishes — product activation zone aimed at attracting halal F&B buyers.
VIP Buyer Lounge
Reserved lounge for the show's VIP Buyer Program — premium halal wholesale and retail buyers from the region.
Beauty Lounge / Halal Beauty Lounge
Activation area for halal beauty exhibitors — onsite consultations, makeovers and connections with globally renowned halal beauty experts.
Health & Wellness Studio
Showcase for halal/organic wellness exhibitors — herbal teas, tinctures, traditional remedies, supplements.
Tea & Coffee specialised pavilion
Dedicated pavilion for halal tea and coffee suppliers.
Fresh Produce Pavilion
Dedicated zone for fresh halal produce exhibitors.
Superfoods Pavilion
Dedicated zone for halal superfoods exhibitors.
Booth Packages
Secure your exhibition space. Compare booth options, pricing, and inclusions below.
Shell Scheme Standard (9 sqm)
Shell Scheme3m x 3m
Price on request
Our estimate: ~$1,800. Not confirmed by the organiser. Inquire and we'll get you the official rate.
- Partition walls
- Carpet flooring
- Fascia board with company name
- 2 spotlights
- 1 power socket (220V/13A)
- 1 info counter
- 2 chairs
- 1 waste basket
Shell Scheme Double (18 sqm)
Shell Scheme6m x 3m
Price on request
Our estimate: ~$3,300. Not confirmed by the organiser. Inquire and we'll get you the official rate.
- Partition walls
- Carpet flooring
- Fascia board with company name
- 4 spotlights
- 2 power sockets (220V/13A)
- 1 reception counter
- 4 chairs
- 1 round table
- 1 waste basket
Space Only (27+ sqm)
Space OnlyCustom (min 27 sqm)
Contact for pricing
- Empty floor space
- Power supply available (at extra cost)
- Custom stand build required
How to Exhibit at Halal Trade Expo Dubai 2026
Secure your exhibition space and connect with global halal industry buyers.
Past Editions: By the Numbers
Results from previous editions, the proof of what exhibitors and visitors can expect. Figures are organiser-reported.
2025 Edition
17 – 19 November 2025Dubai World Trade Centre, UAE
Most recent edition. Parent Middle East Organic & Natural Products Expo recorded 58,000+ live buyer attendees and the visitor-registration page cites 45,000+ products across 70+ countries.
2024 Edition
MIHAS @ Dubai Malaysia Pavilion launched alongside Halal Trade Expo Dubai — 200+ Malaysian firms attended (per Khaleej Times coverage linked on organizer press page).
2023 Edition
2023 Post-Show Report is published by the organizer on the parent Organic & Natural Expo site (link from footer).
News & Press Releases
Over 200 Malaysian firms to attend MIHAS@DUBAI
Read full story →Krasnoyarsk Companies from Russia Showcase Products at Major Organic Expo in Dubai
Read full story →Dubai Organic Expo 2025 Ignites the Future of Sustainable Innovation
Read full story →Three-day Middle East Organic and Natural Product Expo clocks 25% rise in visitors
Read full story →Emirates Entrepreneurship Association signs strategic MoU with Middle East Organic & Natural Products Expo
Read full story →Endorsements & Partners
Government Endorsements (9)
- MATRADE· National trade-promotion agency
- DITP· Trade-promotion agency
- Iran TPO· Trade-promotion agency
- Sri Lanka EDB· Trade-promotion agency
- USAID· Development agency
- Enterprise Greece· Trade-promotion agency
- FIAB· Industry federation
- FAGE· Industry federation
- Emirates Entrepreneurship Association· Industry body
Sponsors (12)
- Aerobic Technologies· Silver Sponsor
- Silverfox· Silver Sponsor
- Ausha (UK)· Lanyard Sponsor
- Al Othman General Trading — La La Harm· Supporting Sponsor
- EHH· Feature Partner
- People Pulse Media· Serveware Partner
- Food Business· Supporting Partner
- MEH (Middle East Health) — 40 Years· Supporting Partner
- Trademark Agri· Supporting Partner
- The Art of Living· Feature Partner
- Ecole· Organic Super Kitchen Partner
- OrganicGlow· Organic Beauty Corner Partner
Media Partners (8)
- Export Magazine· Trade magazine
- Middle East Health· Medical trade magazine
- FoodBev Media· Industry digital media
- Bio Eco Actual· Organic / sustainability media
- Italian Food News· Bilingual EN/IT agri-food media
- Stylfemina· Women's lifestyle media (Dubai)
- HalalFocus· Specialist halal industry media
- Globy· B2B marketplace / events calendar
Halal at the Venue
Halal-specific hospitality details for Muslim attendees
Dedicated halal show segment within the wider Organic & Natural Products Expo. Halal Super Kitchen activation runs daily.
Where it's held
Dubai World Trade Center (DWTC), Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Get directions →Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Halal Dubai
Dubai is one of the easiest cities anywhere for a Muslim traveller. The UAE is a Muslim-majority country, so halal food is the norm rather than the exception, mosques and prayer rooms are everywhere (including every mall, metro station and the airport), and prayer times are widely observed. English is universal, and the Metro plus ride-hailing make getting to venues like the Dubai World Trade Centre and Expo City simple.
Currency AEDGulf Standard Time (GST), UTC+4 — no daylight saving.
Mosques and sights
Halal places to visit in Dubai
Mosques and Islamic-heritage landmarks worth your time around the expo.
Jumeirah Mosque
Jumeirah
Dubai's most photographed mosque and one of the few open to non-Muslims — guided 'Open Doors, Open Minds' tours run by the SMCCU.
Al Farooq Omar Bin Al Khattab Mosque
Al Safa
The 'Blue Mosque', inspired by Istanbul's Blue Mosque — stunning blue tilework; tours available.
Grand Bur Dubai Masjid
Bur Dubai
A large, historic mosque in the old town, steps from the textile souk and Dubai Creek abras.
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
Abu Dhabi (~1.5h)
One of the world's largest mosques — gleaming white marble and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet. A stunning day trip.
Al Fahidi Historic District
Bur Dubai
Restored wind-tower quarter — Islamic heritage, the SMCCU cultural centre and a traditional abra ride across the Creek.
Halal food
Where to eat halal in Dubai
Well-loved halal restaurants across Dubai, from cheap local favourites to special-occasion dining.
Ravi Restaurant
Pakistani$
Satwa
A Dubai institution since 1978 — legendary, cheap Pakistani curries and karahi. Cash, no frills, always busy.
Al Ustad Special Kabab
Iranian$
Bur Dubai
Charcoal kebabs since 1978; walls covered in photos of famous guests. A real local classic.
Arabian Tea House
Emirati$$
Al Fahidi
Leafy courtyard café in the historic quarter; traditional Emirati breakfast and mezze.
Bu Qtair
Seafood$
Jumeirah Fishing Harbour
No-frills fresh fried fish and prawns with rice — a beloved local seafood spot.
Aseelah
Emirati$$$
Deira, on the Creek
Refined modern Emirati cuisine with Dubai Creek views; a special-occasion choice.
Hotels
Where to stay in Dubai
Picks for every budget.
Luxury
Burj Al Arab Jumeirah
Jumeirah
The sail-shaped icon — all-suite, beachfront, the definitive Dubai splurge.
Atlantis, The Palm
Palm Jumeirah
Resort with an aquarium and waterpark; great for families travelling with the expo.
Jumeirah Beach Hotel
Jumeirah
Wave-shaped family beach resort right beside Burj Al Arab.
Mid-range
Rove Downtown
Downtown Dubai
Modern, well-priced and walkable to Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall and the metro.
Hilton Garden Inn, Mall of the Emirates
Al Barsha
Connected straight to the mall and metro; reliable mid-range comfort.
Budget
Ibis Deira City Centre
Deira
Dependable budget rooms beside the metro and City Centre mall.
Premier Inn Dubai Int'l Airport
Garhoud
Clean, cheap and a few minutes from DXB — handy for early flights.
Novotel World Trade Center 4*
Ibis World Trade Centre 3*
Ibis One Central 3*
Know before you go
The essentials
Everything a Muslim traveller needs to land in Dubai with confidence.
Getting in
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
• Dubai Metro (Red Line), ~15-20 min to Downtown/DWTC
• Taxi / Careem / Uber, 15-25 min
Al Maktoum International (Dubai World Central) (DWC)
• Taxi / Careem, 40-60 min
Getting around
The Dubai Metro (Red & Green lines) is clean, cheap and air-conditioned; taxis are plentiful.
Held at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). Easiest access via Dubai Metro — alight at the 'Dubai World Trade Centre' station, located directly in front of the main entrance. Free and paid parking on-site. Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) route-planning available for journeys to DWTC. Al Rais Travel is the Official Travel Partner — special rates available for visas, flights, hotel bookings, airport transfers, car rentals and sightseeing.
Official cream-coloured taxis are metered and reliable; Careem/Uber also widely used.
Visa & entry
The UAE grants visa-free entry or visa-on-arrival to many nationalities (GCC nationals enter freely; many others get 30-90 days). Check the official ICP/GDRFA requirements for your passport.
Money
UAE Dirham · AED
Cards and contactless are accepted almost everywhere; carry some cash for souks.
A 10% tip is common but not mandatory; some bills already add service.
Connectivity
du and e& (Etisalat) SIMs sold at DXB arrivals
Plug: Type G (UK-style 3-pin) · 230V / 50Hz
Emergency
General: 999
Fire: 997
Safety
Very low crime. Dress modestly in public areas and respect local customs, especially around mosques.
Where to pray
Jumeirah Mosque: Open to visitors via guided tours; a working mosque with daily prayers.
Prayer rooms everywhere: Every mall, metro station and the airport has dedicated, well-kept prayer rooms (musalla).
Getting here
Travelling from a major halal market?
Most halal-expo buyers and exhibitors fly in from the world's main halal hubs. Here's how to reach Dubai from each. Entry rules vary by nationality, so check the Visa & entry note.
See the full Dubai travel guide →
Sources: https://www.visitdubai.com · https://icp.gov.ae (entry/visa) · https://www.rta.ae (Metro)
Prayer times during the expo
Calculated for Dubai World Trade Center (DWTC) (Muslim World League method, Shafi'i Asr). These are approximate, confirm with a local mosque or a prayer-times app on the day.
| Day | Fajr | Sunrise | Dhuhr | Asr | Maghrib | Isha |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 16 Nov | 05:17 | 06:36 | 12:04 | 15:10 | 17:31 | 18:46 |
| Tue 17 Nov | 05:18 | 06:37 | 12:04 | 15:10 | 17:31 | 18:46 |
| Wed 18 Nov | 05:19 | 06:38 | 12:04 | 15:09 | 17:31 | 18:45 |
About the Organiser
Organising Entity
Global Links Exhibition Organizers & Conferences LLC (GL Exhibitions)
HQ: AE
Visit official website →Local Operating Partner
GL Exhibitions
Bayswater Tower, Business Bay, P.O. Box 128 995, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Get in Touch
Direct contacts at the organising team.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Halal Trade Expo Dubai 2026?
- Halal Trade Expo Dubai is a dedicated halal-sector trade show staged inside the Middle East Organic & Natural Products Expo at Dubai World Trade Centre, organised by GL Exhibitions (Global Links Exhibition Organizers & Conferences LLC). It covers the full halal-economy spectrum — Food & Beverages, Cosmetics, Halal Ingredients, Finance, Logistics and digital Islamic-lifestyle products. The 2026 edition runs alongside the MIHAS @ Dubai Malaysia Pavilion (organised by MATRADE), giving exhibitors and buyers a combined GCC/Malaysia trade-flow platform. Held 16 – 18 November 2026 at Dubai World Trade Centre, 10:00–17:00 daily.
- When is Halal Trade Expo Dubai 2026?
- Halal Trade Expo Dubai 2026 takes place from November 16 to November 18, 2026.
- Where is Halal Trade Expo Dubai 2026 held?
- Halal Trade Expo Dubai 2026 is held at Dubai World Trade Center (DWTC), Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
- Who organises Halal Trade Expo Dubai 2026?
- Halal Trade Expo Dubai 2026 is organised by Global Links Exhibition Organizers & Conferences LLC (GL Exhibitions) in partnership with GL Exhibitions.
- Who should attend Halal Trade Expo Dubai 2026?
- Halal Trade Expo Dubai 2026 is most relevant to Halal product importers & wholesale buyers, Retailers and supermarket chains, Manufacturers seeking halal ingredient suppliers, Pharmaceutical and medical-device companies, Hospitality and HORECA buyers, Halal cosmetic and personal-care buyers, Distributors and re-exporters serving Islamic markets, Halal-finance professionals, Halal-logistics service providers and Government and trade-mission delegations.
- Is Halal Trade Expo Dubai 2026 a halal-specific event?
- Dedicated halal show segment within the wider Organic & Natural Products Expo. Halal Super Kitchen activation runs daily.
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