Global Art, Design & STEM – School Tours & Education Expos

Art, Design & STEM focused
higher education event

Middle East 2026

Dubai

October 3, 2026

The Global Art, Design & STEM Education Expo returns to Dubai in Fall 2026, marking its third Art, Design & STEM edition in the city. The Expo continues to strengthen its position as a trusted platform for institutions seeking meaningful engagement with high-intent student audiences in one of the region’s most dynamic education hubs.

Designed to facilitate focused and high-quality interactions, the Expo enables institutions to connect directly with students and school counselors supporting informed decision-making and deeper academic conversations.

Aligned with the growing interest in creative and STEM-driven career pathways, the Expo offers a targeted and impactful platform for institutions to build visibility, engage with a globally minded audience, and establish a strong presence in Dubai’s evolving education landscape.

Dates & Cities

DOHA

September 28 – 29
(School Tours)

SHARJAH

September 30
(School Tours)

ABU DHABI

October 1
(School Tours)

DUBAI

October 3

(Education Expo)

Why Participate?

Meet pre-screened students interested in Art, Design & STEM

Meet highly motivated UG & PG students from top schools and colleges across Dubai who are actively exploring programs in Art, Design, Science, STEM, and related fields.

Showcase Your Institutes Strengths

Highlight your program portfolio, admissions process, faculty achievements, and alumni success stories through presentations, one-on-one interactions, and breakout sessions.

Build Brand Awareness in Key Markets

Position your institution as a top destination for design and STEM education. The expo is curated for maximum visibility through pre-event promotions, in-school engagements, and a tailored digital marketing campaign.

Network with relevant stakeholders

Engage with school counsellors, university officials, industry professionals, and other universities, expanding your outreach and collaboration potential.

Focus Subject Areas

Engineering
Product Design
Science
Mathematics

Biotechnology
Robotics
Health Sciences
Information Technology

Computer Science
Visual Arts
Graphic Design
Data Analytics

Artificial Intelligence
Fashion Design
Architecture
Film & Media Studies

Some of our past participants

Testimonials

Meeting qualified students can be a challenge but Zista helps me identify students who are most likely to be interested in

Cleveland Institute of Art, USA

Zista provides a truly excellent series of events which allow our university to speak to potential UG and PG students focussed solely on Art and Design subject areas. The events in major cities attract high quality students who are seeking to invest in an international education experience.

University of Dundee, UK

Overall, It was a great experience for us. The quality of leads were high at all the locations and showed great potential. The app was user friendly and it was extremely easy to capture leads, add notes and qualify them.

Istituto Marangoni, Italy

Zista Events Art & Design Fair was my first event in India and set a high standard. Information and communication leading up to the event was helpful and clear, ensuring that I clearly understood how to prepare for my trip. On the ground, staff onsite were extremely helpful in helping me navigate through the event. In speaking with my peers from other Universities, they all confirmed that this is a must attend event!

NSCAD, Canada

As always, Zista really comes through with quality events, often exceeding expectations. It is a truly attentive and thoughtful team, and we always meet wonderful students and have a terrific time all around.

College for Creative Studies, USA

I have been a part of the Zista Art and Design Expo and it has always exceeded my expectations. A dynamic and interactive experience for both the students and the university delegates. We at Leeds Arts University look forward to a continued relationship with them.

Leeds Arts University, UK