Downtown Design Riyadh returns for its second edition 15 - 18 September 2026 at JAX District, a cultural hub set against the historic backdrop of Diriyah.
As Saudi Arabia's first high-quality design fair, Downtown Design Riyadh continues to connect global design brands with the Kingdom's creative community, in strategic partnership with the Architecture and Design Commission of the Ministry of Culture. The fair showcases original, high-quality design and limited-edition works from both international and regional studios.

THE MARKET
The rising number of real estate projects for retail, commercial, hospitality, and residential properties, along with government initiatives to boost infrastructure, is driving exponential growth in the interiors market in Saudi Arabia.
THE VENUE
Downtown Design Riyadh will take place in JAX District - a developing creative hub adjacent to the capital city of Riyadh and home to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Al Turaif.
THE AUDIENCES
The fair is designed to cater to the most relevant B2B and B2C audiences, from servicing the A&ID, hospitality, commercial and attracting varied audience profiles such as specifiers, property developers, government and HNWIs.
The fair highlights the work of regional creatives through installations and experiences informed by local architectural references and cultural narratives, celebrating craftsmanship and contemporary design rooted in place.
In a dedicated section of the fair, collectible works and ultra-high-end design were presented by international galleries, independent studios, and manufacturers.
The fair offers a curated program of pop-ups and collaborations, bringing together creative studios, brands, and cultural spaces to deliver immersive experiences that extend beyond traditional design showcases.
The fair features architectural installations and interactive works by regional creatives, highlighting the Kingdom’s evolving design landscape and showcasing contemporary practices rooted in local materials, craftsmanship, and spatial experimentation.
An annual platform for the local creative community, the UAE Designer Exhibition showcases emerging creative talent and budding designers in a curated feature situated within the Downtown Design fair, with the aim of enhancing visibility for young UAE designers, expanding their networks and providing commercial opportunity.
Introducing Editions: The first limited-edition art and design fair in the Middle East, set to occupy a dedicated section within Downtown Design 2024, 6-9 November, on the d3 Waterfront Terrace.
Find out moreThe dates have been set for DownTown Design's Inaugural KSA fair, taking place at JAX District from 20-23 May 2025
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