Quick answer
World Health Expo (WHX) Dubai 2027, formerly Arab Health, runs on 25 to 28 January 2027 across Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo City and Dubai World Trade Centre. That is about ten weeks away. If you want a custom stand, brief the design this month, submit it for approval in early December and plan production around the year-end holidays.
WHX Dubai 2027 at a glance
| Dates | 25 to 28 January 2027 (Monday to Thursday) |
| Venues | Dubai Exhibition Centre (DEC), Expo City Dubai, and Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) |
| Opening hours | Mon 11:00–18:00, Tue and Wed 10:00–18:00, Thu 10:00–17:00 |
| Organiser | Informa |
| At DWTC | A dedicated Labs zone and Healthspan. WHX Tech runs 26–28 January at DWTC alongside the show. |
| Getting between venues | The organiser runs a free shuttle between the two venues during the show |
Your ten-week countdown
| When | What to do |
| Mid to late November | Confirm stand size, venue, hall and goal. Brief the design: product zones, demo areas, meeting rooms and storage. |
| Early December | Submit the design to the organiser for approval, following the exhibitor manual. Order power, internet and rigging. |
| December | Production, graphics and screen content. Many teams are away in the last two weeks of December, so lock decisions early. |
| Early January | Ship demo equipment, book staff and hosts, and schedule meetings with hospital and distributor buyers. |
| Mid January | Intersec runs 12–14 January at DWTC. Expect busier roads and hotels in central Dubai that week. |
| Build days before 25 January | Stand build, equipment set-up, AV checks and a full walk-through. |
Always follow the dates in the official exhibitor manual.
Exhibiting at WHX Dubai 2027?
Ten weeks is tight but workable. Send us your stand size, venue and goals. Our Dubai team replies within 24 hours.
What makes a healthcare stand work
- Hands-on demos: doctors, nurses and procurement teams want to try equipment, not just read about it. Plan safe, well-lit demo stations.
- Clean, clinical design: clear lines, good lighting and uncluttered space build trust with medical buyers.
- Private meeting rooms: hospital groups and government buyers often discuss tenders and pricing in private.
- Clear product zones: group by specialty or department so visitors find the right expert fast.
- Power and data: imaging, monitors and software demos need reliable power and internet. Order early and test during build.
- Arabic and English: key messages and staff in both languages help regional buyers.
Two venues: what to plan
- Know your venue: confirm whether your stand is at Expo City or DWTC, and brief your team and guests on the right address.
- Hotels: book near your venue. Expo City and DWTC are far apart.
- Moving between venues: use the organiser’s shuttle, and allow time if your team needs to attend sessions at both.
- Deliveries: each venue has its own access and loading rules. Book slots early for large or sensitive equipment.
WHX Dubai 2027 exhibitor checklist
- Stand size, venue and hall confirmed
- Goal agreed, for example distributors, hospital buyers or product launches
- Stand design briefed in November and approved in early December
- Power, internet and rigging ordered
- Demo equipment shipped with delivery slots booked
- Graphics and screen content ready in English and Arabic
- Meeting room schedule set with key buyers
- Staff, hotels and transport booked for four show days
- Lead capture method tested
- Follow-up plan ready for the week after the show
Frequently asked questions
When is WHX Dubai 2027?
The organiser lists 25 to 28 January 2027 at Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo City and Dubai World Trade Centre.
Is WHX the same as Arab Health?
Yes. World Health Expo Dubai is the new name of the show formerly known as Arab Health.
Is it too late for a custom stand?
Not if you start now. Brief the design in November so it can be approved in early December and produced before the year-end break.
Can Eventia build our WHX stand?
Yes. Our Dubai team designs and builds exhibition stands at Expo City and Dubai World Trade Centre and supports your team through the show.
Plan your WHX Dubai 2027 stand with one team
Design, build, graphics, AV and on-site support in Dubai. Share your stand size and products and we will send a proposal.
Sources: World Health Expo Dubai and WHX event FAQs, checked 14 November 2026.
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