Gain direct access to global suppliers and innovators
Step into the heart of the interior design community at INDEX, where innovation meets opportunities. Discover trending products from 500+ top-tier brands across 40+ countries, spanning furniture, kitchen & bathroom, lighting, flooring, surfaces and more. With co-located events, high-value networking and INDEX Design Talks, gain insights to stay ahead and elevate every project.
79% of our visitors
will be attending in 2026.
75% of our visitors
see INDEX as more than just an exhibition.
62% of our visitors
comprises interior designers, distributors, manufacturers, and fit-out experts.
Explore 11 diverse product sectors
Across every texture and tone, INDEX brings the entire ecosystem of design excellence to you, from materials to masterpieces all under one roof. Explore curated sectors, each tailored to reflect the evolving demands of the region’s design and build industries.
Expand your industry knowledge
Witness the region’s most influential voices in interior design at INDEX Design Talks.
Gain valuable insights into emerging trends, materials and technologies shaping the future of interiors and architecture. Through inspiring keynotes and engaging panel discussions, connect with industry leaders, expand your knowledge and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving market.
FAQ'S
Have questions? Find answers here.
INDEX will take place from 28 - 30 September 2026 at the Dubai Exhibition Centre (DEC), Expo City Dubai.
The move to September ensures INDEX delivers the scale, international participation and high-quality experience the design and interiors community expects, while accommodating the logistical challenges currently affecting some international travel and freight shipments.
The new venue is the Dubai Exhibition Centre (DEC), located within Expo City Dubai in Dubai South. It is a purpose-built, state-of-the-art venue designed for large-scale trade events - with infrastructure, connectivity, and visitor experience to match. As the home of INDEX, The Hotel Show and WORKSPACE in 2026, it offers attendees a modern, high-capacity environment built to drive meaningful business.
The Dubai Exhibition Centre is easily accessible by metro, car and taxi. Metro: The venue is easily accessible by metro via the Expo 2020 Metro Station on the Red Line. Car: Visitors arriving by car can access the venue via major roads, including Expo Road (E77) and Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311). Dedicated parking zones are available nearby for convenience. Learn more here. Taxi services: For those using taxis or ride-hailing apps like Careem and Uber, the venue offers two designated drop-off points: a North Drop-off and a South Drop-off, both accessible from Boulevard 2020 Street.
Yes, WORKSPACE and The Hotel Show will take place alongside INDEX from 28 - 30 September 2026 at the Dubai Exhibition Centre.
The core structure and programme of the event remain unchanged. INDEX continues to be the MENA region’s key meeting point for the global interiors and design community, bringing together brands, designers, architects, developers and buyers from across the Middle East and around the world.
You can reach out to our team at info@indexexhibition.com. Exhibitors can contact operations@indexexhibition.com if they have any operations related questions. Further updates will be shared as we approach the event.
INDEX is free to attend for all. Online registration is required through the event website before you arrive. Note: This event is for trade professionals only and strictly no entry for under 18s.
Only participants receive invitation letters. As a visitor you can apply for a tourist visa through the Dubai government sites and visit INDEX. Click here to get visa information.
INDEX can be visited by individuals aged 18 and above.
You can reach out to our marketing team here: marketing@indexexhibition.com
Dubai is accepting tourist visas now. You can apply for a tourist visa through the Dubai government sites and visit INDEX. Click here to get visa information.
You get free access to INDEX and the co-located events, The Hotel Show Dubai and Workspace.
Tickets will not be printed on-site. You will receive your digital pass closer to the show. This will be used as your show 'visitor pass' when you enter.
A lookback at INDEX 2025
Three shows. One destination.
Where MENA’s design, hospitality and workplace communities come to source, connect and do business.
