STEP Dubai 2026: The AI Economy at Dubai Internet City

📍 Venue

Dubai Internet City

📅 Event Dates

11–12 February 2026

Website

dubai.stepconference.com/ 

About the Event:

STEP Dubai 2026 is the 14th edition of one of the Middle East’s leading tech and startup festivals, taking place on 11–12 February 2026 at Dubai Internet City. The event brings together global founders, investors, creatives, and tech enthusiasts to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming business, finance, technology, and creativity across industries. With multiple conference tracks, keynote talks, startup showcases, workshops, and networking opportunities, STEP Dubai serves as a hub for innovation, collaboration, and growth in the AI-driven economy.

📌 Event Highlights

• Evolved over 13+ years into one of the region’s leading technology and startup festivals.

• Brings together founders, investors, creatives, tech enthusiasts, and ecosystem builders globally.

• Large-scale participation:

  • 8,000+ attendees

  • 400+ showcasing startups

  • 100+ participating companies

  • $9 billion+ funding represented

👨‍💼 Speakers & Content

The site highlights global and influential speakers, including:

• Timothy Draper (Draper Associates) — Venture Capital pioneer.

• Fadi Ghandour (Wamda Capital) — Entrepreneur & investor.

• Other top founders and innovation leaders across tech and venture capital sectors.

🎯 Tracks & Focus Areas

The conference covers multiple themes and tracks around AI, entrepreneurship and investment, including:

• Founders & Funders

• AI Stack & Intelligent Systems

• AI in Finance

• Human-First AI & Creativity
  … and more — diving deep into how AI shapes business and society.

🤝 Participation Opportunities

The website also includes ways to get involved:

• Get tickets

• Exhibit or sponsor

• Startup showcase & referral

• Apply to speak
  (as part of community engagement and ecosystem building)

🎟️ STEP Dubai 2026 – Ticket Categories & Benefits

1. Master Pass: Full access to all sessions, expo & satellite events
2. Track Pass: Chosen track + Main Stage & expo
3. Next Gen (Under 25s): Full access at a special rate
4. Women in Tech: Discounted full access for female professionals
5. Investor Pass: Full access + startup introductions
6. VIP Pass: Full access + VIP lounge, fast-track entry, reserved seating & valet parking
7. Expo Pass: Access to expo only (no conference sessions

How to book Tickets

• Open the link: ae.sajilni.com/cart-new/checkout/223
• Select your ticket type
• Enter attendee details
• Apply promo codes
• Review order
• Payment
• Confirmation

Exhibit at STEP Dubai 

Exhibit / Sponsor – Application 

1. Open the Exhibit or Sponsor page.

2. Enter your First Name, Last Name, Company, Position, Email & Phone number.

3. Select your Location.

4. Choose a Budget Range

5. Fill in How did you hear about us.

6. Click Submit.

APPLY FOR THE STEP DUBAI 2026 STARTUP SHOWCASE

• Open the link:
  https://dubai.stepconference.com/go/startups/?utm_source=dubai_website&utm_medium=apply_button&utm_campaign=stepdubai2026&utm_content=homepage

• Locate the application form

• Fill in your details:
  Enter:

  • Startup name

  • Founder(s) name

  • Email & contact details

  • Website or pitch deck link

  • Short startup description

• Submit your pitch

• Review & submit

• Wait for confirmation

Services
• Startup showcase & demo space
• Pitching opportunities
• Investor & mentor meetings
• Media & brand exposure

Benefits
• Connect with investors, VCs & partners
• Gain global visibility
• Get funding & growth opportunities
• Learn from industry leaders & experts