Quick answer
LEAP 2027 takes place on 12 to 15 April 2027 at the Riyadh Exhibition and Convention Centre (RECC), Malham, north of Riyadh. To exhibit well, book your space early, brief your stand design 12 to 16 weeks before the show, get the design approved by the organiser, and plan build days, staff and transfers to Malham in advance. This guide gives you a simple timeline and checklist.
LEAP 2027 at a glance
| Dates | 12 to 15 April 2027 |
| Venue | Riyadh Exhibition and Convention Centre (RECC), Malham, Saudi Arabia |
| Organiser | Tahaluf, with the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology and the Saudi Federation for Cybersecurity, Programming and Drones |
| Who exhibits | Global tech brands, startups and investors. The official site lists 1,500+ tech brands and 175,000+ attendance. |
| Official website | onegiantleap.com |
Show dates can change. LEAP 2026 moved from its first listed dates, so confirm the dates with the organiser before you book flights and hotels.
Stand planning timeline for LEAP 2027
A simple countdown that works for most custom stands:
| When | What to do |
| Now to January 2027 | Confirm your space, stand size and goal: leads, demos, partner meetings or a launch. |
| 12 to 16 weeks before | Brief your stand design: layout, demo areas, meeting room, storage and brand guidelines. |
| 8 to 10 weeks before | Submit the design to the organiser for approval, following the exhibitor manual. |
| 4 to 8 weeks before | Order services such as power, internet and rigging, and finalise graphics in English and Arabic. |
| 2 to 4 weeks before | Book staff, hosts and transfers to Malham, and plan your demo schedule. |
| Build days | Stand build, power checks and a full walk-through before the doors open. |
Always follow the deadlines in the official exhibitor manual. They decide when designs, service orders and contractor details are due.
Exhibiting at LEAP 2027?
Send us your stand size and goals. Our Riyadh team designs and builds your stand and replies within 24 hours.
What makes a LEAP stand work
- One clear message: visitors walk past hundreds of stands. Say what you do in a few words, high on the stand.
- Space to demo: plan demo points where people can stop without blocking the aisle.
- A quiet meeting area: LEAP brings investors and partners, so a small closed meeting room is often worth the space.
- Arabic and English: key graphics and staff in both languages help Saudi visitors and government guests.
- Lead capture: agree how you will scan badges or collect contacts before the show opens.
- Storage: a small lockable store for bags, stock and giveaways keeps the stand clean.
Planning for Malham and Riyadh
- Travel time: RECC Malham is outside central Riyadh. Plan daily transfers for staff and guests, and allow for traffic at the start and end of each day.
- Hotels: large shows fill Riyadh hotels. Book early, especially if your team is flying in.
- Team hours: four show days are long. Plan shifts and breaks so the stand is never left empty.
- Approvals: the organiser reviews stand designs. Leave time for changes before production starts.
LEAP 2027 exhibitor checklist
- Space and stand size confirmed with the organiser
- Goal for the show agreed: leads, demos, meetings or launch
- Stand design briefed and approved
- Power, internet and rigging ordered on time
- Graphics ready in English and Arabic
- Staff, hosts and shifts planned
- Transfers and hotels booked
- Lead capture method tested
- Follow-up plan ready for the week after the show
Frequently asked questions
When is LEAP 2027?
The official LEAP website lists 12 to 15 April 2027 at RECC Malham, Saudi Arabia. Confirm with the organiser before booking travel.
Where is LEAP held?
At the Riyadh Exhibition and Convention Centre in Malham, north of Riyadh.
How early should we start planning our stand?
For a custom stand, start the design brief 12 to 16 weeks before the show. That leaves time for organiser approval, production and service orders.
Do we need Arabic on our stand?
It is not always required, but key messages in Arabic and English help you reach more Saudi visitors and government guests.
Can Eventia build our LEAP stand?
Yes. Our Riyadh team designs and builds exhibition stands and can also provide hosts and promoters for the show days.
Plan your LEAP 2027 stand with one team
Design, build, graphics, hosts and on-site support in Riyadh. Share your space number and goals and we will send a proposal.
Sources: LEAP official website, checked 13 November 2026.
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Other 2027 exhibitor guides: Intersec (January, Dubai) · WHX Dubai (January) · Gulfood (March, Dubai) · ATM (May, Dubai) · Big 5 Construct Saudi (May and September, Riyadh) · full 2027 calendar