LEAP 2026 Draws 1,000+ Investors to Riyadh

Aug 24, 2026
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LEAP 2026 Draws 1,000+ Investors to Riyadh

Riyadh is set to host one of the world's largest technology gatherings when LEAP 2026 takes place from 31 August to 3 September 2026 at the Riyadh Exhibition and Convention Center (RECC) in the Malham area. Organizers have confirmed that more than 1,000 investors from over 900 firms, together managing around USD 14.3 trillion in assets, will attend the four-day event.

The 2026 edition is expected to draw more than 200,000 visitors, alongside 600+ startups, over 1,800 global tech brands and companies, and more than 1,000 speakers. Overall, the conference anticipates the participation of over 1,900 investors, making it a major meeting point for founders, financiers and technology leaders.

The event is open to both industry professionals and members of the public interested in technology and innovation, subject to online registration through the official LEAP website. Visitor hours have appeared in listings as either 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM daily, so attendees should confirm timings before their visit. Investor access is application-only, submitted via the event's official registration.

Passes and Pricing

Under the current pricing phase, valid through 23 August 2026, a General pass costs about USD 50 (around SAR 190), a Founder pass about USD 450 (around SAR 1,690), a Priority pass about USD 600 (around SAR 2,250), and a VIP pass about USD 3,150 (around SAR 11,810). Eligible students can attend for free, subject to verification with an academic email. Riyal figures are approximate estimates based on an assumed rate of SAR 3.75 not official posted prices.

For the community, the scale of confirmed investment and international participation signals continued momentum for Riyadh as a regional hub for technology and entrepreneurship, in line with the Kingdom's broader innovation goals.


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