Manama: Under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, the 34th edition of Jewellery Arabia and Scent Arabia will be held at Exhibition World Bahrain (EWB) from November 24 to 28, 2026.
According to Bahrain News Agency, Sara Ahmed Buhiji, Chief Executive Officer of the Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority (BTEA) and Chairperson of EWB, emphasized that the patronage of HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister underscores the support and attention given to Bahrain's exhibitions and conferences sector. This patronage has significantly contributed to elevating the Kingdom's status as a notable destination for hosting both regional and international exhibitions and events.
Buhiji stated that these events play a crucial role in highlighting Bahrain's rich jewellery and pearling heritage, bolstering its status as a premier regional destination for consumer shopping exhibitions, and boosting tourism and related economic sectors.
Mohammed Ebrahim, General Manager of Informa Bahrain, noted that the 2026 editions of the events will introduce over 112 new brands, two additional halls, and a broad array of new visitor experiences. The events will feature more than 750 exhibitors and brands from 29 countries, providing attendees the chance to explore a wide selection of products and compare various collections, designs, and price points.
Jewellery Arabia maintains its 34-year tradition as the world's largest consumer jewellery and watch shopping event, uniting jewellery houses and watch brands globally over five days. The exhibition offers an extensive range of fine jewellery, contemporary designs, watches, and exclusive pieces, catering to diverse tastes and interests.
The exhibition highlights the cultural significance of jewellery in Bahrain and the Kingdom's enduring heritage in gold, pearls, and related crafts. It also showcases the innovation of Bahraini designers and artisans, who are gaining recognition in the jewellery sector both regionally and internationally.
Jewellery Arabia 2026 will see a significant expansion with the addition of two new halls, enhancing the scale and variety of the visitor experience. New Halls 9 and 10 will feature the Gold Souq and the Asian and Indian pavilions, while Hall 3 will expand into Halls 5 and 6, including a second Bahrain Jewellery Centre pavilion, the debut of Alfardan Jewellery Qatar, and a new Italian pavilion.
Exhibitors at Jewellery Arabia include Bahrain Jewellery Centre as the Headline Sponsor, Kooheji Jewellery as the Diamond Sponsor, and Al Zain Jewellery as the Platinum Sponsor, along with numerous jewellery houses, watch brands, and specialist exhibitors. Scent Arabia will assemble renowned Gulf perfume houses, oud specialists, and fragrance makers.
Notable brands at Scent Arabia comprise Junaid Perfumes, Gissah, House of Soap Lebanon, Al Rawnaq Perfumes, and Taif Al Emarat. This year's exhibition will also feature a new beauty pavilion, expanding its offerings to include cosmetics, skincare, haircare, and bodycare products.
Scent Arabia will be located in Hall 2, while Jewellery Arabia will span Halls 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10. Visitors can register for free, receiving a badge that grants access to Jewellery Arabia, Scent Arabia, and Cityscape Bahrain. The events will be open from 3:00 pm to 10:00 pm on November 24, 25, and 26; from 1:00 pm to 10:00 pm on November 27; and from 3:00 pm to 10:00 pm on November 28.