Dubai Future Forum 2025: 2,500 Innovators Unite at Museum of the Future
▼ Summary
– The fourth Dubai Future Forum, the world’s largest futurist gathering, will take place at the Museum of the Future from November 18-19, 2025, under the patronage of Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.
– It will bring together over 2,500 participants from more than 100 countries, including government officials, experts, and innovators, with 200 speakers across 70 sessions exploring five key themes.
– The Forum will feature over 20 specialized workshops and seven technology activations showcasing AI, VR, and AR, alongside the inaugural Dubai Foresight Awards recognizing achievements in three categories.
– According to Mohammad Al Gergawi, the Forum serves as a global platform to anticipate transformations, strengthen future readiness, and enhance foresight across sectors to create positive human impact.
– Additional events include the 11th Dubai Future Solutions showcase of 100 innovative projects from global universities and new Learnings Day sessions on November 17 and 20 focusing on foresight applications in various sectors.
The Dubai Future Forum 2025 is poised to welcome 2,500 innovators and futurists from more than 100 countries for a landmark gathering at the iconic Museum of the Future. Scheduled for November 18-19 under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, this fourth edition solidifies its position as the premier global assembly for forward-thinking leaders. The event will feature an impressive lineup of 200 speakers participating in 70 sessions, all designed to explore critical themes that will define our collective tomorrow.
Organized by the Dubai Future Foundation, the forum brings together an extraordinary convergence of government officials, international experts, academic leaders, and visionary entrepreneurs. The program is structured around five central pillars: Exploring the Unknown, Empowering Societies, Reimagining Health, Optimising Systems, and Foresight Insights. These thematic areas will guide discussions that span the entire spectrum of future-focused disciplines, providing participants with unparalleled insights into emerging global trends.
Representatives from 100 foresight organizations will join CEOs, investors, and senior policymakers in examining how innovation can address humanity’s most pressing challenges. Beyond the main stage presentations, attendees will have access to more than 20 specialized workshops developed through partnerships with government agencies and academic institutions. These hands-on sessions will dive deep into practical applications of foresight methodologies across various sectors.
Cutting-edge technological demonstrations will form another cornerstone of the experience, with seven interactive activations allowing visitors to engage directly with advancements in artificial intelligence, virtual reality, and augmented reality. These immersive installations offer a tangible preview of how technology will transform our daily lives and professional environments in the coming years.
A highlight of this year’s forum will be the debut of the Dubai Foresight Awards, established under the directives of Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. These prestigious honors will recognize outstanding contributions across three distinct categories: Foresight Change Makers, Foresight for People, and Foresight for the Planet, celebrating those who have demonstrated exceptional vision in preparing for future challenges.
His Excellency Mohammad bin Abdullah Al Gergawi, Vice Chairman of the Board of Trustees and Managing Director of the Dubai Future Foundation, emphasized the forum’s growing significance. “The Dubai Future Forum has established itself as an essential platform where futurists, decision-makers, and thought leaders convene to anticipate rapid transformations and emerging opportunities,” he stated. “This gathering strengthens our collective future readiness while enhancing foresight capabilities across vital sectors, ultimately amplifying positive impact for communities worldwide.”
Al Gergawi further noted that under the visionary leadership of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and the continued support of Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Dubai and the UAE have emerged as a global destination for experts and innovators. “This hub brings together brilliant minds whose ideas and efforts converge to shape a better future for humanity,” he added. “Through previous editions, the forum has catalyzed important global dialogue about future opportunities while generating insights that improve quality of life, economic resilience, and forward-looking decision-making. This year, we continue that important work by exploring how global systems can evolve to become more agile, efficient, and inclusive.”
Running parallel to the main event, the 11th edition of Dubai Future Solutions – Prototypes for Humanity will take place at AREA 2071 in Emirates Towers from November 17-20. This complementary showcase will feature 100 groundbreaking projects selected from over 3,000 submissions by students, graduates, and faculty members representing 1,200 universities across 120 countries. Five exceptional innovators will receive dedicated support to scale their ideas into tangible solutions with global impact.
New for 2025, the forum will introduce Learnings Day sessions on November 17 and 20, conducted in partnership with prominent government and academic institutions. These specialized sessions will investigate practical applications of foresight across diverse fields including global security, strategic philanthropy, wearable technologies, advanced cooling systems, and sustainable development pathways.
(Source: Economy Middle East)