Jeddah, Saudi Arabia – November 8, 2026

The sixth Hajj Conference and Exhibition 2026 in Jeddah is highlighting the role of innovation and emerging technologies in improving services for pilgrims.

Running from November 8 to 11, 2026, the event brings together entrepreneurs, technology companies, researchers, innovators, and organizations responsible for delivering and developing Hajj services.

Through dedicated innovation spaces, the conference aims to connect promising ideas with real operational needs and encourage practical solutions that enhance the pilgrim experience.

Entrepreneurship and Innovation Zone

The Entrepreneurship and Innovation Zone provides a platform for innovators, entrepreneurs, and service providers to exchange ideas and explore opportunities for collaboration.

It focuses on identifying operational challenges and discussing technology-driven solutions that address the needs of pilgrims.

The zone also helps innovators better understand the requirements of organizations working directly in Hajj services.

Hackathon Encourages Practical Solutions

The conference's hackathon serves as a platform for exploring innovative approaches to challenges within the Hajj services ecosystem.

It encourages engagement between technology specialists, creative thinkers, and professionals with operational experience.

By connecting technical capabilities with real-world requirements, the initiative supports the development of ideas that could improve service delivery.

Technology Oasis Highlights Digital Opportunities

The Technology Oasis explores opportunities to use digital solutions and modern technologies throughout the pilgrim journey.

Key areas of discussion include crowd movement planning, access to information, and improvements in the efficiency of pilgrim services.

The initiative emphasizes the importance of developing technologies that respond to practical challenges rather than relying solely on theoretical concepts.

Mubdi'oon Award Highlights Innovation

The Mubdi'oon Award, through its Hajj track, recognizes attention to innovative ideas and initiatives aimed at improving services and facilitating the performance of Hajj rituals.

The award highlights the importance of transforming promising concepts into practical applications that can create meaningful improvements for pilgrims.

Connecting Researchers, Entrepreneurs and Service Providers

The conference creates opportunities for collaboration among researchers, technology experts, entrepreneurs, and organizations involved in Hajj operations.

These interactions allow innovators to gain a clearer understanding of field requirements while enabling service providers to explore potential technology applications.

The broader objective is to connect research, technical expertise, and operational experience to develop solutions that address genuine challenges.

Innovation Focused on the Pilgrim Experience

By bringing together the people who understand operational challenges and those developing new technologies, Hajj Conference 2026 aims to support practical improvements throughout the pilgrim journey.

The conference continues through November 11, 2026, at the Jeddah Superdome, with innovation and technology forming key elements of its program.