# Dubai Trading Festival 2026 at iFX EXPO
Dubai is turning up the heat for traders in 2026. For the first time ever, The Trading Festival will run alongside the iFX EXPO from February 10–12, 2026, giving participants an in-person experience they simply cannot replicate online.
Why Traders Are Excited About Dubai's Trading Festival
The festival promises "real conversations, real comparisons, and real decisions." Attendees can meet regulated brokers, see platforms perform in live market conditions, and get direct insights from industry analysts and educators. For both new and experienced traders, it's a rare chance to gain clarity and confidence before the trading year fully kicks off.
With more than 10,000 global active traders and institutional players expected to attend, the combined iFX EXPO and Trading Festival represents the largest convergence of the retail trading community the region has ever seen.
Live Multi-Asset Trading Competition
One of the most talked-about features is the multi-asset live trading competition — a first for Dubai. Participants will test their execution, discipline, and strategy in real time during the Trading Cup, which runs in two 60-minute demo rounds. It's a high-energy showcase that puts Dubai Trading Festival 2026 firmly on the map for serious market participants.
Known brokers and platforms including Exness, Vantage, Pepperstone, IC Funded, and Tattvam are among the names expected on the expo floor.
Who Should Attend
- New traders — Compare platforms, spreads, and tools side-by-side before committing - Active traders — Stress-test strategies and explore better trading conditions face-to-face - Prop traders and IBs — Get immediate, direct access to the ecosystem they work with every day
The Trading Festival is structured around four zones: the Traders Arena, Investing Lab, Trading Cup competition, and Mastery Hub — offering workshops, networking sessions, and a full training bootcamp across its two days.
Event Details
- Dates: February 10–12, 2026 (Trading Festival: February 11–12) - Venue: Dubai World Trade Centre, Zabeel Hall 5 & 6
With global brokers, fintech leaders, and prop firms all converging in Dubai, early interest suggests the festival floor will be packed. As the organizers put it: "If you're serious about trading, this is the week you cannot miss."
