Tahaluf has officially locked in the dates for LEAP, confirming the fifth edition of the massive technology conference will take place from August 31 to September 3, 2026. Returning to the Riyadh Exhibition & Convention Centre in Malham, the event aims to consolidate Saudi Arabia’s position as the central hub for artificial intelligence, startup scaling, and regional deal-making.
Quick Facts
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Scheduled for August 31 to September 3, 2026.
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Expected to draw over 200,000 global participants.
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Hosted at Malham’s Riyadh Exhibition & Convention Centre.
Driving Deal-Making and AI Innovation in Riyadh
The decision to shift the timeline to late summer follows extensive consultations with global stakeholders and partners. Organizers intend for the 2026 edition to maintain the high-caliber investor base and international speaker faculty that defined previous iterations.
By bringing founders, venture capitalists, and policymakers under one roof, the conference functions as a critical platform for exploring transformative technologies. Programming will heavily feature advancements in cloud computing, deep tech, digital infrastructure, and gaming.
Sustaining Global Momentum for Saudi Tech
Since debuting in 2022, the event has scaled rapidly, matching the aggressive tech adoption seen across the Kingdom. The 2025 edition saw attendance surpass 200,000, establishing it as the most attended technology event globally.
Annabelle Mander, Executive Vice President at Tahaluf and Co-creator of LEAP, emphasized the strategic timing of the upcoming conference.
“LEAP has always been about bringing the world’s most ambitious minds together to shape what’s next,” Mander said.
She added, “Hosting LEAP 2026 through early September ensures we continue to deliver the global participation and world-class experience that our community expects.”
Organizers plan to reveal further details regarding speakers, partners, and specific program highlights in the coming months as preparations scale up for what they anticipate will be their most impactful edition to date.
About LEAP
Backed by Tahaluf, LEAP is an annual global technology event hosted in Saudi Arabia. The conference spans multiple major sectors, including health, finance, energy, education, and smart cities. Designed to reflect the seismic advances in tech adoption within the region, the event connects innovators and investors across three continents, showcasing the Kingdom’s ambition on the global stage.
Source: Entarabi
