Time
2026-12-07 - 2026-12-09
Venue
The Arena Riyadh Venue for Exhibitions
Address
Imam abdullah bin saud bin abdulaziz road, Ghirnatah, Riyadh 13241, Saudi Arabia
Website
Co‑organized by Business Plus, Gipfel and Vision Fairs and held once a year, STITCH & TEX 2026 is a leading local B2B full‑chain textile professional exhibition in Saudi Arabia, with comprehensive rating of 5.0, industry heat of 51462 and 15 registered interested buyers. As one stop of the Middle East‑Africa touring textile exhibition series, it takes place at The Arena Riyadh Venue for Exhibitions. Saudi Arabia has limited local textile manufacturing capacity. Textile machinery, yarns, garment fabrics and accessories are heavily dependent on overseas imports. The six Gulf Cooperation Council countries feature huge consumer markets and strong import demands. Covering total exhibition area of 10000 square meters, this edition gathers 200 global exhibitors and expects 17000 professional buyers from Saudi Arabia, UAE, Kuwait, Oman and other Gulf countries. Exhibits cover the whole industrial chain including textile machinery, garment processing equipment, printing machines, various yarns, fabrics, garment accessories and supporting textile software & hardware. Concurrent industry seminars, technical forums and live equipment demonstration sessions are held to share textile policies, market demands and new‑technology applications in Gulf regions, building face‑to‑face business‑matching channels for Chinese and foreign manufacturers. It serves as a key business platform for Chinese suppliers of textile machinery, fabrics and printing equipment to explore Gulf Arab markets. The organizer reserves the right to adjust exhibition dates and venue locations according to operational needs without separate prior notice. Value‑added services include business visa agency, international cargo customs clearance and direct booth delivery.
【Air Travel: King Khalid International Airport】
King Khalid International Airport is about 32 km from The Arena Riyadh Venue for Exhibitions, a 35‑40‑minute drive under smooth traffic. Uber and Careem ride‑hailing services are recommended for foreign merchants.
【Intra‑city Public Transport】
Take Riyadh Metro Blue Line to nearby stations, then take ride‑hailing for 10‑12 minutes to reach the venue.
City bus routes serve areas around the exhibition venue with low fares, suitable for visitors with light luggage.
【Self‑driving】
Navigate to "The Arena Riyadh Venue for Exhibitions". Large‑scale free open‑air parking lot is available with sufficient spaces during exhibition.
【Travel Tips】
Daytime temperature in Riyadh is high with extreme heat in summer. Traffic jams occur during morning and evening rush hours on workdays, depart 40 minutes in advance. Strictly observe local religious customs while travelling in Saudi Arabia. Always carry a copy of your passport.
【High‑end 5‑star Business Hotels (Top for Buyer Delegations)】
Hyatt Regency Riyadh: Central business district of Riyadh, international five‑star service, 25 minutes’ drive from venue, ideal for large international buyer delegations.
InterContinental Riyadh: Complete conference and business facilities, multi‑cuisine restaurants, perfect for high‑level business negotiations.
【Mid‑range Cost‑effective Chain Hotels (Recommended for Exhibitor Teams)】
ibis Riyadh Ghirnatah Branch: 12 minutes’ drive from venue, buffet breakfast included, discounts available for group bookings.
Radisson Express Riyadh: Standardized business service, tidy rooms, budget‑friendly for single occupancy.
【Budget Local Serviced Apartments】Serviced apartments in Ghirnatah area with flexible short‑term rental for long‑term stationed buyers.
【Accommodation Tips】
December is peak trade‑show season in Saudi Arabia, hotel prices rise by 35‑60%. Book online 1‑2 months in advance. Prioritize hotels near exhibition venue to cut commute time. Original passport is mandatory for real‑name check‑in in all Saudi hotels; strictly comply with local religious dress etiquette.
【Ticket Types】
Free Pre‑registration Pass for Industry Professionals: Practitioners of textile machinery, fabric and garment accessory industries complete real‑name pre‑registration on qufair exhibition page, enjoy free entry throughout show days via electronic QR code with zero ticket fee.
3‑day On‑site General Pass: For trade buyers without advance online registration, tickets sold at venue counters, approx 130 RMB per pass. Single‑day tickets are not available.
【Opening Hours】Uniform daily opening: 09:00‑18:00, valid for the whole exhibition period.
【Entry Instructions】
Only professional visitors aged 16+ from full textile industrial chain are allowed entry; minors cannot visit alone and must be accompanied by adult industry practitioners.
All visitors must present original passport or valid Saudi local ID for real‑name verification before entry.
Food, oversized luggage, flammable, explosive and all contraband items are strictly forbidden inside venue; comply with Saudi venue safety rules and local religious etiquette.
The organizer reserves the right to verify visitors’ industry qualifications and refuse entry to personnel irrelevant to textile sectors.