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GITEX Global 2025
Side Events · Dubai · Oct 13–17, 2025
Find the best meetups, mixers, and afterparties happening around GITEX Global Dubai. Explore events by date, focus, or vibe — from investor breakfasts to AI startup nights.
25+ Side Events at GITEX Global 2025
Discover exclusive meetups, networking nights, pitch sessions, and private dinners — curated for tech founders, VC investors, and innovators across Dubai.
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Sat, Oct 11 · 17:00–19:00
Osome AfterHours Dubai: Meet. Connect. Grow.
Fireside chat, curated networking & refreshments hosted by Osome — empowering founders with AI-driven business solutions and expert guidance as it launches in the UAE.
Register Sat, Oct 11 · 18:00–21:00
Launchpad MiddleEast: Networking+
Premium gateway for global startups to connect with Dubai’s ecosystem. Investors & enablers (invite-only), founders AED 100.
Register Sun, Oct 12 · 17:00–19:00
Dubai Harbour: Shooting Stars Happy Hour Mixer
Kick off Expand North Star at the Marina with a cosmic happy hour for founders, data scientists, and AI innovators.
Register Sun, Oct 12 · 18:00–19:00
Staaake Reverse Network Opening Power Walk
Power Walk x Reverse Network: connect first, meet later. Walk & network with founders, funders, builders.
Register Sun, Oct 12 · 18:00–22:00
Desert Camp & Dinner
Camel rides, dune bashing & Emirati dinner under the stars. Shuttle from Dubai for Supporter & VIP guests.
Register Mon, Oct 13 · 14:30–17:30
Ori on the Roof @ GITEX
Kick back after Day 1 of GITEX at Monkey Bar. Cocktails, canapés, skyline views — invitation-only.
Join Waitlist Mon, Oct 13 · 17:00–19:30
Yorkseed Passport Series: Deals at Dusk
Invite-only meetup by Yorkseed for curated conversations & high-signal networking during GITEX.
Register Mon, Oct 13 · 17:00–21:00
Databricks DevConnect | Dubai
Deep-dive technical meetup: Unity Catalog, Lakebase, cost controls. Talks, labs, networking, swag.
Register Mon, Oct 13 · 18:00–21:30
Seedstars Villa Dubai 2025
Exclusive evening of inspiration, innovation, and meaningful connections with founders and investors.
Register Mon, Oct 13 · 19:00–22:00
Exclusive Investors & High-Growth Startups @ in5
Invitation-only evening where capital meets opportunity during GITEX & Expand North Star.
Register Tue, Oct 14 · 17:00–21:00
Scaleup Founders & Forbes 30U30 Connect (Dubai)
Invite-only evening connecting Dubai’s scaleup founders, global operators, and Forbes 30U30 alumni.
Hosted by Brdge.ai & 1 Club London, focused on real connections across tech, capital & scale.
Expect founders, investors & ecosystem leaders shaping the next wave of ventures.
Register Tue, Oct 14 · 17:30–18:30
AI Automation in Marketing — SynkrAI Meetup
How AI automation transforms marketing: live demos, case studies, practical strategies.
Register Tue, Oct 14 · 18:00–21:00
NoorConnect Gitex Sundowner
Exclusive evening where connections meet capital — founders, investors, industry leaders.
Register Tue, Oct 14 · 18:30–21:30
GBSA Networking Party (Korean Startups)
Korean startups, investors & partners. Finger food & beverages.
Register Tue, Oct 14 · 18:00–21:00
SAP Private Sundowners — by Night
Invite-only evening for founders, leaders, investors & innovators — insights, networking, food & drinks.
Register Tue, Oct 14 · 19:00–21:00
Investor Roundtable + Speed Pitch
Curated roundtable with family offices, VCs & angels + founders’ speed pitch & networking.
Register Tue, Oct 14 · 20:00–00:00
North Star Headlines Marina After Hours
Relaxed rooftop gathering with sweeping marina views, curated cocktails, and a lounge DJ set.
Perfect way to unwind after North Star — smart-casual setting, light bites, and great conversations.
Register Wed, Oct 15 · 09:30–17:00
Company Visit Tour
Full-day tour of leading companies in Dubai. Guided visits, shuttle access, networking.
Register Wed, Oct 15 · 17:30–18:30
AI Automation in Sales — SynkrAI Meetup
How AI agents automate sales: lead qualification, personalization, predictions & faster closing.
Register Wed, Oct 15 · 18:00–21:00
Luxury Innovation Vernissage
Fashion tech demos & pitches — from virtual fashion to AI-driven design.
Register Wed, Oct 15 · 18:30–21:00
The Majlis Bazaar: Business Networking GITEX
Open networking connecting startups, investors & AI leaders.
Register Wed, Oct 15 · 18:00–20:00
Journey into the Unknown — Education & AI
Keynote + panel + curated networking on AI, skills & the new learning economy.
Register Wed, Oct 15 · 19:00–22:00
Dubai Tech Pitch & Investor Night
Live startup pitches + investor-focused networking. Ticket tiers: Investor, Standard, Premium, Pitch.
Register Wed, Oct 15 · 19:00–00:00
Dubai Family Office AFTER HOURs
After-hours for principals, advisors & senior family offices. Registration subject to approval.
Register Fri, Oct 17 · 18:00–21:00
Business Networking — The Majlis Mixer (GITEX)
DDS Business Circle’s flagship mixer for founders, investors & operators.
Register Fri, Oct 17 · 18:30–19:30
Staaake Reverse Network Closing Power Walk
Closing Power Walk — walk, talk & connect with founders, creators, investors.
Register Mon, Oct 20 · 18:30–22:30
Business Dinner & Pitch Evening in Jumeirah 1
Exclusive networking dinner hosted by De Bacci Capital Network: business presentations & elegant dining.
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