February 2027 in KSA & the Gulf
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Feb 1–3 · Riyadh
Saudi Media Forum 2027.
The sixth Saudi Media Forum, under the patronage of King Salman, with the theme "Media in an Evolving World". It runs alongside FOMEX, the Future of Media Exhibition, which adds a new Production Market connecting content creators with buyers, producers and decision-makers.
What to expect
- The 2026 edition set a Guinness World Record for the largest attendance at a media event: 65,603 people
- 200 companies from more than 50 nationalities took part in FOMEX 2026
- More than 500 companies have registered interest in FOMEX 2027
Why it matters for marketers
The year's biggest meeting of Saudi media owners, broadcasters, platforms and content makers, useful for agencies and brands planning media partnerships and production deals.
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