The city of Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, is set to host the 6th edition of the Hajj Conference and Exhibition from November 8-11, 2026. The event, organized by the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah in cooperation with the Program of Serving the Guests of the Most Merciful, aims to bring together over 520 entities from the public, private, and non-profit sectors. The conference will be held under the patronage of King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud.

The Hajj Conference and Exhibition is a significant event that showcases the Saudi government's efforts to develop the Hajj ecosystem and improve the quality of services for pilgrims. The event will feature three main axes: infrastructure and operational services, empowerment and integration, and sustainable development. The conference will also include over 15 main programs, including the Hajj Conference, the Hajj Council, and the Awareness and Training Forum.

The 6th edition of the Hajj Conference and Exhibition will feature a range of activities, including workshops, an entrepreneurship and innovation space, a hackathon, a business center, and areas dedicated to technology, health, media, and aviation. A meeting of the heads of Hajj affairs bureaus is also scheduled to take place. The event aims to provide a platform for dialogue, solution presentation, and partnership development.

An exhibition specializing in the Hajj ecosystem will be held alongside the conference, covering an area of over 67,000 square meters. The exhibition will feature service providers and solution providers from over 150 countries, including leaders, representatives of Hajj affairs bureaus, and suppliers of services. The previous edition of the conference and exhibition recorded a significant turnout, with over 204,000 visitors and 270 exhibitors from over 150 countries.

The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has invited concerned organizations, interested parties, and specialists to register and participate in the 6th edition of the Hajj Conference and Exhibition. The event aims to provide a platform for stakeholders to benefit from its various programs and activities. Registration is open on the official website of the event.

The Hajj Conference and Exhibition is a major event that brings together leaders, officials, and specialists from around the world to discuss the latest developments and solutions in the Hajj ecosystem. The event is expected to play a significant role in the preparations for the 1448 Hajj season, including the finalization of contracts, review of operational and organizational aspects, and development of partnerships.

The 6th edition of the Hajj Conference and Exhibition is expected to build on the success of previous editions, which have seen significant participation and engagement from stakeholders. The event aims to contribute to the development of the Hajj ecosystem and improve the quality of services for pilgrims, in line with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030.

Key points

  • Over 520 entities are expected to attend the 6th Hajj Conference and Exhibition in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
  • The event will feature a range of activities, including workshops, an entrepreneurship and innovation space, and a hackathon.
  • The conference and exhibition aim to contribute to the development of the Hajj ecosystem and improve the quality of services for pilgrims.

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