Every builder event in the UAE

Tech & startup events in the UAE: questions

What tech and startup events are on in the UAE this week?

34 events between Sunday 1 November and Saturday 7 November, including Hack-O-Ween: 36 Hours. Cryptic Challenges. Hidden Flags. (Sat 31 Oct), UAE | MENA Software Engineers & QA Community Meetup: Sunday, Nov 1 (Sun 1 Nov) and From Chatbot to Decision Engine: Build Agentic AI Live (Sun 1 Nov).

Are there free tech and startup events in the UAE?

Yes: 99 of the 169 upcoming events are free to attend, such as Hack-O-Ween: 36 Hours. Cryptic Challenges. Hidden Flags. (Sat 31 Oct) and UAE | MENA Software Engineers & QA Community Meetup: Sunday, Nov 1 (Sun 1 Nov). Free events usually still ask you to register on the organiser's page.

Where are tech and startup events in the UAE held?

Most often at Belcanto Restaurant at Dubai Opera (13), Caféine Club UAE (13) and Uptown Social (13). 7 events are online.

Who organises tech and startup events in the UAE?

The most active organisers on the list are Dubai Future Foundation (24 events), AI Underground Dubai (13 events), Dubai Tech Entrepreneurs Hangout (13 events) and Tech Tuesdays (13 events).

How do I register for these events?

Every listing links to the organiser's own sign-up page, such as Luma, Meetup, Eventbrite or the event's website. GRIDZ doesn't sell tickets or take a cut.

How up to date is this list?

Listings are re-checked against the organisers' own pages every day; this list was last refreshed on Sunday 1 November. Times are Gulf Standard Time (UTC+4). Cancelled or postponed events stay listed with a notice.