The fifth edition of LEAP, one of the world's largest global technology events, continues at the Riyadh Exhibition & Convention Center (RECC) in the Malham district north of Riyadh. The four-day conference runs from 31 August to 3 September 2026, bringing together global tech brands, startups, and investors under one roof.
Public exhibitions and sessions run daily from approximately 13:00 to 21:00 (AST), though some schedules list a 12:00 start. Entry is free for general visitors under the current pass structure, which offers a General pass free for a limited time subject to registration. Two additional pass types are available: a Priority pass with enhanced networking and onsite perks, and a VIP pass aimed at senior leaders and decision makers.
Hosted in Riyadh and backed by local government technology and digital innovation entities, LEAP 2026 is positioned as a Saudi national tech platform. The programme spans artificial intelligence, fintech, smart cities, startups, quantum computing, green tech, and space, with live demos, public exhibitions, and conference sessions across multiple thematic stages.
Published figures for 2026 position the event as attracting more than 200,000 attendees, over 1,800 global tech brands, more than 600 startups, and over 1,000 speakers across its exhibition halls.
For the community in Riyadh and beyond, LEAP offers a rare chance to explore emerging technologies up close, meet founders and investors, and take part in sessions on entrepreneurship and digital innovation — reflecting the wider push toward a technology-driven economy in the Kingdom.
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