Dubai Esports & Games Festival

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Dubai Esports & Games Festival shines spotlight on female gamers in the Middle East region

News Desk 12/06/2026

The recently-concluded Dubai Esports & Games Festival (DEF) showed why it’s one of the region’s leading events in the gaming industry with GameExpo providing a space for females to showcase their skills, participate in tournaments and engage with the wider community. Thousands attended the

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Real-World Skills Gaming Builds as Dubai Esports & Games Festival Returns

News Desk 27/05/2026

Dubai is set to take centre stage in the gaming industry as the Dubai Esports & Games Festival (DEF) 2026 gets underway, spotlighting gaming not only as a fast-growing sector, but as a space where players can build valuable real-world skills. Organised by Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), part of the Dubai Department of […]

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Everything To Look Out For As GameExpo 2026 Approaches

News Desk 25/05/2026

With less than two weeks to go, GameExpo 2026 is gearing up to transform Dubai into the region’s ultimate gaming playground, taking place from 5 to 7 June at Dubai World Trade Centre.   Tickets from just AED29 are still available, giving fans access to one of the region’s biggest gaming and esports experiences. Plus, […]

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Dubai Esports & Games Festival Introduces Inaugural Education & Gaming Summit on 4 June to Empower Next Generation and Advance Dubai’s Fast-Growing Industry

News Desk 14/05/2026

Dubai Esports & Games Festival (DEF) will host its inaugural Education & Gaming Summit next month, bringing together students, universities, and global industry leaders to unlock meaningful pathways into the gaming sector. Organised by Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), part of the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), free registration is

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Dubai Esports & Games Festival moves to 22 May – 7 June, unlocking an extended citywide gaming celebration and expanded fan experiences

News Desk 06/05/2026

Dubai Esports & Games Festival (DEF) will now take place from 22 May to 7 June 2026, with the expanded event set to transform the city into a high-energy celebration of gaming, esports, creativity and digital innovation that will bring people together. As part of the DEF schedule, GameExpo, the ultimate gaming playground, will once […]

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Dubai Esports & Games Festival 2025 Kicks Off Today! Top Highlights to Catch This Week

PR News Desk 27/04/2025

The wait is over! Dubai Esports & Games Festival (DEF) 2025, organised by Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), officially kicks off today 25 April and runs until 11 May with a citywide celebration of fun, creativity, and pop culture like no other. There’s something in store for everyone, with exciting new features, free-to-play experiences, […]

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BRINGING THE FUTURE OF TECH AND GAMING TO STUDENTS

News Desk 24/04/2024

Students of all ages have the chance to step into the fascinating world of gaming tech and learn about the skills required to build esports games at the thrilling Dubai Esports & Games Festival (DEF 2024), for free. Schools and universities who pre-registered can join two days of fun at Dubai World Trade Centre, Zabeel […]

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IT’S TIME TO BATTLE IT OUT! THE DUBAI ESPORTS & GAMES FESTIVAL SHARES LINEUP OF EPIC COMPETITIONS

PR News Desk 27/03/2024

Gaming fans can challenge friends and fellow enthusiasts in an epic lineup of contents and competitions happening during the Dubai Esports & Games Festival (DEF 2024). Organised by Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), the festival is returning for its third year and the biggest one yet, with 17 days of action-packed contests and surprises […]

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NOW LIVE! GAMEEXPO AND GAMEEXPO SUMMIT TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW

PR News Desk 12/03/2024

Gaming fans can grab their squads and secure their tickets to GameExpo and the GameExpo Summit, two of the most popular events of the Dubai Esports & Games Festival (DEF 2024), organised by Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE). Now in its third year, DEF 2024 brings the return of the immersive GameExpo, with the […]

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This Ramadan, the adventure unfolds indoors with GameCentric Ramadan League and cash prize of up to 20,000 dhs!

PR News Desk 11/03/2024

This Ramadan, ditch the ordinary and level up your experience with the GameCentric Ramadan League held in partnership with Dubai Esports & Games Festival. Transform your living room into an arena, connect with fellow gamers, and prove that adventure knows no bounds, even indoors. Compete for your favorite games, aiming not only for victory in […]

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Dubai Esports & Games Festival to showcase city’s unbeatable appeal

PR News Desk 16/02/2024

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, the Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE) has announced that the Dubai Esports & Games Festival (DEF 2024) will be held from 19 April to 5 May, featuring an […]