About this expo
GulfHost serves as the premier exhibition for hospitality equipment and foodservice in the Middle East, offering a comprehensive platform for professionals from the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. The event highlights future-ready hospitality innovation, presenting a wide array of commercial kitchen equipment, front-of-house solutions, tableware, and foodservice technology.
Organized by Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), GulfHost connects exhibitors with a diverse audience of industry professionals, including senior chefs, hoteliers, and foodservice decision-makers. Exhibitors can build alliances with market leaders, enhance brand awareness, and access a broad portfolio of regional suppliers. The event facilitates direct engagement with buyers actively seeking equipment, technologies, and solutions for hospitality projects, enabling exhibitors to generate significant sales leads over three days.
The target audience includes hotel owners, restaurant operators, café proprietors, catering companies, foodservice distributors, kitchen consultants, and hospitality project developers. Key decision-makers such as procurement managers, executive chefs, F&B managers, and general managers attend, making GulfHost a crucial event for networking and business development within the global hospitality sector.
Highlights
5 items- AUMA listed
- Venue: Dubai International Convention & Exhibition Centre - Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC)
- 2,000 expected exhibitors (2026) and 2,500+ brands (2026)
- 25,000 attendees (2026) and 20,000+ professionals (2026)
- Co-located with Gulfood Manufacturing, ISM Middle East, and Private Label Middle East
FAQ
5 questionsWhen and where does GulfHost 2026 take place?+
GulfHost 2026 will be held from 3 to 5 November 2026 at the Dubai International Convention & Exhibition Centre - Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Show hours are 10:00 am to 6:00 pm on 3 and 4 November 2026, and 10:00 am to 5:00 pm on 5 November 2026.
Who is the organizer of GulfHost?+
GulfHost is organized by Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC).
What industries and products are showcased at GulfHost?+
GulfHost showcases innovations in commercial kitchen equipment, front-of-house solutions, tableware, and foodservice technology. Core exhibit sectors include Back of House (e.g., commercial kitchen equipment, freezing/chilling cabinets), HoReCa (e.g., POS equipment, software tools), Front of House (e.g., equipment for restaurants & bars, furniture & fitout), and Café & Counter (e.g., coffee machines, espresso & roasting equipment). Other categories include hotel furniture, hotel linen, and food and beverage.
How can I participate in GulfHost?+
Trade professionals can register online at gulfhost.ae to visit the event. Exhibitors interested in showcasing their products and services can book a stand.
What are the practical details for attending GulfHost?+
GulfHost is open to professionals. Visitors can register online at gulfhost.ae. The event runs from 3 to 5 November 2026. Show hours are 10:00 am to 6:00 pm on 3 and 4 November 2026, and 10:00 am to 5:00 pm on 5 November 2026.