World Stadiums and Arena Development Summit 2025

The World Stadiums and Arena Development Summit 2025 returns to Riyadh on 1–2 September to address the next generation of sports venues in the MENA region. Building upon earlier events in Riyadh, Rabat, and Amsterdam, this summit gathers global architects, sustainability specialists, engineers, and technology innovators to address evolving design, construction, and legacy strategies for stadiums and arenas

Key Highlights

• Interactive case studies featuring Qatar 2022 stadiums, Saudi giga-projects like Qiddiya, and World Cup-ready venues.

• Deep dives into sustainable design, smart stadium technology, fan engagement, and post-event legacy planning.

• Presentations from 45+ industry leaders—including engineers, architects, and venue operators from over 50 countries.

• Exhibitor zone with 120+ brands showcasing innovations in materials, digital systems, energy, and stadium services.

Who Should Attend?

• Sports infrastructure developers & project owners

• Stadium architects, engineers & operations managers

• Sustainability & smart-technology experts

• Event management professionals & venue operators

• Investors, government planners & sports associations

Main Event Features

• Smart Stadium & Sustainability Workshops – sessions focused on digital integration, energy efficiency, and ecological design

• Expert Speaker Panels – insights from leading voices such as emerging market advisors and global venue specialists

• Project Showcases – real-world examples from Qatar 2022, Qiddiya, and future legacy stadiums in Saudi Arabia.