Ms. Lisa Freisewinkel
Deputy Delegate of German Industry & Commerce for Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and Yemen / Head of German Trade Fairs Trade Fair Department
+966 55 268 0083 / +966 920005863 Ext.: 112 Freisewinkel@ahk-arabia.com saudiarabien.ahk.deThe FSB Sports Show Riyadh, originally planned for 2026, will now take place in 2027. In light of current developments in the region and to ensure optimal conditions for exhibitors, partners and visitors, Koelnmesse and dmg events decided to focus on a successful restart in June 2027.
This decision follows a highly successful premiere in 2025, which marked an important milestone for the sports and leisure industry in Saudi Arabia. The first edition welcomed 13,110 professional visitors and 154 exhibitors from 25 countries, underlining the strong market interest and the growing relevance of the event within the region.
Adding to this success, FSB Sports Show Riyadh has been shortlisted for the Best Exhibition of the Year (under 10,000 sqm) award at the Middle East Event Show 2026. For a launch edition, this nomination represents a remarkable achievement and highlights the growing importance of sports infrastructure and active living in Saudi Arabia, as well as the event’s role in bringing the industry together.
The market’s potential remains as strong as ever: Saudi Arabia continues to invest heavily in sports infrastructure, leisure facilities, public spaces and modern urban development. Vision 2030 and numerous national programs are consistently driving the development of new sports and leisure projects, creating attractive opportunities for international companies and innovative solutions.
The next edition of the FSB Sports Show Riyadh will take place from 13–15 June 2027, at the Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center.
Discover the success: The Post Show Report and Highlight Video show why you can’t afford to miss FSB Sports Show Riyadh 2027!
Start: 13. June 2027
End: 15. June 2027
Where: Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Centre
The second edition of FSB Sports Show Riyadh, by Koelnmesse and dmg events, puts your brand at the heart of Saudi Arabia’s booming sports facilities sector. Backed by the Saudi Royal Joint Ventures Foundation (SRJF) and a $2.7 billion Sports Ministry program, the country is rapidly expanding its sports infrastructure, driven by Vision 2030 and hosting the FIFA World Cup 2034.
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