IPS 2026 Reinforces Dubai’s Position as a Leading Global Hub for Real Estate Investment

The 22nd edition of the International Property Show (IPS) will take place at the Dubai World Trade Centre from 13 to 15 April 2026, reinforcing Dubai’s role as a global real estate investment hub. Organisers say the event is expected to draw attendance exceeding 30,000 investors, developers, government representatives and industry leaders from international markets, and that 84% of exhibition space has already been secured, underscoring sustained demand for the platform.

"IPS continues to act as a catalyst for global real estate stakeholders, as it provides a dynamic environment for forging partnerships and identifying high quality investment opportunities. Our ambition for 2026 is to deepen international participation, strengthen links with emerging markets and deliver forward looking insights focused on innovation and sustainability supporting the sector’s growth and competitiveness both locally and globally," said Dawood Al Shezawi, President of IPS.

Event programme and exhibitor profile

The three-day show is positioned as an integrated marketplace for the real estate value chain, bringing together developers, institutional and private investors, brokers, prospective buyers and business partners. IPS organisers say the exhibitor profile spans a wide range of participants, including:

• Banks and financial institutions
• Mortgage providers
• Free zone authorities
• Hospitality operators
• Brokerage firms and property marketing platforms
• Architectural consultancies

IPS 2026 will present a portfolio of residential, commercial and hospitality projects alongside innovative financing mechanisms and property technologies. The programme is structured around five principal pillars: IPS Real Estate, IPS Future Cities, IPS Startups & PropTech, IPS Design and IPS Services.

Key features announced for the show include a Real Estate Forum hosting expert-led discussions and workshops on market performance and regulatory developments, a dedicated Startup and PropTech Zone to spotlight emerging innovators, international pavilions showcasing investment prospects from global markets, and a platform aimed at fostering strategic alliances among investors, entrepreneurs and developers.

The organisers also confirmed specialist programming with an Institutional Investors Conference and a Women’s Conference, as well as a comprehensive Finance and Mortgage Zone. That zone will provide integrated solutions from conventional and Islamic banks, private equity firms and financing experts intended to support property acquisition, investment strategies and portfolio expansion.

Outlook for Dubai’s real estate market

Al Shezawi framed IPS 2026 against a strong 2025 for Dubai’s property sector, noting the previous year was "marked by record transaction volumes and investment values driven by robust local and international demand, diversified offerings and investor trust in the emirate’s regulatory framework." Analysts cited by IPS expect the market to move into a phase of more measured and sustainable expansion in 2026, with increased emphasis on quality developments, technological advancement and environmentally responsible practices aligned with Dubai’s long-term real estate strategy 2033.

For more information, IPS directs interested parties to its website at www.ipscongress.com. Media contact listed in the announcement is Marina Mounir William at marina.mounir@strategicinfinity.com.