World Defense Show

World Defense Show (WDS) 2026, taking place from February 8–12, 2026 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, is a major global event dedicated to defense innovation and multi-domain integration across air, land, sea, space, and security sectors. Now in its third edition, WDS has rapidly become a premier meeting point for military leadership, government representatives, defense OEMs, and technology innovators exploring the future of interconnected defense capabilities. The 2026 edition introduces several new exhibition zones — including the Unmanned Systems Zone, Naval Zone, Saudi Supply Chain Zone, Future Defense Lab, and the WDS News Network — alongside flagship features such as static displays, live air and land demonstrations, the Future Talent Program, WDS Connect, and the Delegations Program. With over 773 exhibitors, 441 official delegations from 76+ countries, 106,000 visitors, and significant defense deals valued at over 26 billion SAR announced in previous editions, WDS serves as a strategic platform for global collaboration and defense industry growth. Hosted at the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center on a sprawling 800,000 sqm site with a dedicated runway and live demonstration areas, WDS 2026 provides unparalleled access to cutting-edge technologies and networking opportunities for OEMs, prime contractors, system integrators, policymakers, and R&D specialists.