META CINEMA FORUM 2026

Description

The World Stadium and Arenas Summit is a premier international gathering focused on the design, construction, and management of world-class sports infrastructure. Hosted in alignment with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 and supported by the Ministry of Sport, the summit serves as a critical platform for global industry leaders, government officials, and architects to collaborate on the Kingdom’s ambitious plans to build and renovate stadiums for major upcoming events like the 2027 AFC Asian Cup and the 2034 FIFA World Cup. The event features high-level discussions on sustainable venue operations, fan experience technology, and smart stadium innovations.

Exhibits

Showcase of construction materials, seating solutions, pitch technology, LED lighting, and security systems from global engineering firms.

Activities

Keynote presentations, panel discussions on legacy planning, networking sessions, and procurement workshops for upcoming sports projects.

Speakers

Government ministers, stadium directors, lead architects from firms like Populous or Zaha Hadid Architects, and FIFA representatives.

Demos

Virtual reality walkthroughs of future stadium designs, smart ticketing software trials, and sustainable energy management system displays.

Accessibility

The event is typically held in Riyadh. From King Khalid International Airport (RUH), attendees can take a taxi or ride-sharing service (Uber/Careem) directly to the venue. The Riyadh Metro is also expanding to serve major business districts. Driving directions involve taking Airport Road (Route 5) towards the city center.

Exhibitor Count

50

Expected Attendance

500

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