Museums of today operate in an ever-evolving landscape, thrusting them into an era of constant transformation as they reimagine their roles and forge new connections. The Museum Fair serves as a premier stage to showcase new research and cutting-edge products, services, and technologies that drive the advancement of museum development, programming, operations, and management across the globe.
Museum
Fair
12th to 14th November 2025
Dubai World Trade Centre Dubai, UAEHeld alongside the ICOM Dubai 2025 General Conference, the Museum Fair is an unmissable global gathering for professionals shaping the future of museums. Designed as a dynamic hub for networking, collaboration, and knowledge exchange, the Fair offers an unparalleled opportunity to engage with leading institutions, thought leaders, partners and innovators from across the museum and cultural sectors.
Aligned with the main theme of the Conference, “The Future of Museums in Rapidly Changing Communities”, the Museum Fair is a vital avenue for immediate interaction with Conference attendees, bringing together a diverse network of professionals shaping the future of the sector.
Exhibitor Categories
Museum & Cultural Institutions
Museums, cultural heritage organisations, government and
NGOs
Technology & Digital Solutions
Museum management software, VR/AR solutions, digital
archiving
Exhibition & Display Solutions
Exhibition design, interactive displays, lighting, and
multimedia
Conservation & Restoration
Art, artifact, and archival conservation, restoration tools and
services
Educational & Outreach Programs
Educational resources, curatorial practices, public
engagement
Art & Cultural Merchandise
Retail products, souvenirs, museum gift shop suppliers
Security Surveillance
Security systems, surveillance technology, access control
solutions
Logistics & Event Management
Art transporation, installation, event planning, and exhibition
support
Why should you participate in the ICOM 2025 Dubai Museum Fair?
Engage directly with museum experts, policymakers, and cultural leaders from around the world. The Museum Fair offers a unique space to forge new partnerships, explore international markets, and position your organisation at the centre of museum innovation and practice.
Museums today are navigating rapid transformations - redefining their roles, adopting new technologies, and responding to evolving visitor expectations. Whether you specialise in museum and exhibitions development, digital engagement, conservation technology, educational programming and events, audience development, museum operations, or fabrication and construction, the Museum Fair is the ideal venue to present practical solutions that address real challenges faced by cultural institutions globally.
The Museum Fair will foster engagement, partnership and collaboration. Connect with decision-makers and experts, share best practices, and contribute to discussions that will shape the future of museum experiences, sustainability, and cultural engagement.
Dubai has rapidly emerged as a global centre for culture, creativity, and innovation. Exhibiting at ICOM Dubai 2025 positions your organisation, initiatives, projects, and solutions within this dynamic landscape, offering visibility in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia (MEASA) region and beyond.
Museums are not just stewards of heritage - they are active agents of change, today and tomorrow. The ICOM Dubai 2025 Museum Fair is your chance to be part of the change, build valuable connections, and be at the forefront of new ideas, technologies, and strategies that will define the museum landscape for years to come.
We invite you to share your ideas and your enthusiasm!
Join us in Dubai and take your place among the leaders transforming the global museum sector.
