Q1: What is the Dubai Esports Festival?
Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, the inaugural Dubai Esports Festival (DEF) 2022 set to take place from 9 – 20 November 2022 will feature an exciting set of live events and activities across two weeks that will bring together leading gamers, esports thought leaders and pop culture enthusiasts from across the world.
DEF 2022 is set to be the most exciting esports and gaming event in the Middle East, in line with Dubai’s position as a hub for innovation. The Festival will feature two weeks of live events and activities including the highly anticipated PUBG Global Championship Grand Final, GameExpo & PopconME, Initiate Summit, Wegz Live, Minecraft Esports Schools Clash, regional tournament as well as retail promotions taking place across the city showcasing the latest games and merchandise.
The event will bring together the world’s greatest gamers, developers, creatives and artists, allowing esports fans to meet and engage with global gaming celebrities and industry leaders.
Q2: What are the events taking place during the Dubai Esports Festival?
DEF 2022 is set to be the most exciting esports and gaming event in the Middle East, in line with Dubai’s position as a hub for innovation. The Festival will feature two weeks of live events and activities including the highly anticipated PUBG Global Championship Grand Final, GameExpo & PopconME, Initiate Summit, Wegz Live, Minecraft Esports Schools Clash, regional tournament as well as retail promotions taking place across the city showcasing the latest games and merchandise.
Q3: Where is the Dubai Esports Festival taking place?
- PUBG Global Championship Grand Final will be happening on 17-20 November, in the North Hall of Dubai Exhibition Centre in Expo City Dubai.
- GameExpo & PopConME will be happening on 10-13 November, in the South Hall of Dubai Exhibition Centre in Expo City Dubai.
- Initiate Summit will be happening on 9-10 November, in the North Hall of Dubai Exhibition Centre in Expo City Dubai.
- Wegz Live will be happening on 19 November, in the South Hall of Dubai Exhibition Centre in Expo City Dubai.
Continuing Expo 2020 Dubai’s legacy of driving innovation through collaboration, Expo City Dubai is leading the way in creative pursuits, smart solutions and new technologies, and is excited to host an event of this scale and popularity. The incredible set-up at Dubai Exhibition Centre will bring together local and global gamers and esports fans in an exhilarating event that will showcase this fast-growing international phenomenon.
Q4: Do I need to buy tickets to attend Dubai Esports Festival and where can I get the tickets?
Yes, tickets will be needed for various DEF events.
- Initiate Summit delegate pass is available on: Initiate Summit (evsreg.com)
- Tickets for PUBG Global Champion Grand Final, GameExpo & PopConME and Wegz Live are live and available on Platinumlist: https://dubai.platinumlist.net/dubai-esports-festival
Q5: How can I get to Dubai Exhibition Centre? Where can I park in Dubai Exhibition Centre?
- Public transportation: you are advised to take metro to EXPO 2020 station as it is the most convenient and sustainable way to reach DEC.
- Parking facilities at DEC:
- For visitors of Initiate Summit: Complimentary parking at Al Dana Parking is available.
- For visitors of GameExpo & PopConME: Complimentary parking at Mobility Parking is available.
- For visitors of PUBG Global Championship Grand Final: Complimentary parking at Al Dana Parking is available.
- Valet pickup & drop off services is available at both Al Dana and Mobility parking. There will be a Valet station in front of DEC South Hall and DEC North Hall.
- Shuttle service for visitors between Al Dana Parking/Mobility Parking and DEC South/North Hall will be available.
- For more info, please find the map linked here and scan the QR on the map for directions.
Q6: When can I stay and dine during my visit of Dubai Esports Festival?
Rove Expo 2020 Hotel situates at Expo City Dubai within walking distance from Dubai Exhibition Centre Expo City Dubai, for detailed information, please visit: https://www.rovehotels.com/en/hotels/rove-expo-2020/
Q7: Who can I speak to for more information or questions?
You could either contact us at (+971) 600 55 5559 or to write to us: [email protected] or send us an enquiry from link: Dubai Esports Festival 2022 - Play Beyond
Q8: Is there any implemented COVID-19 precautionary measures for Dubai Esports Festival events?
All COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted for all event types as of March 2022. The venue is currently operating at 100% capacity. Masks are optional.