Web3. AI. Robotics. Creators. Culture.
Previously represented at BlockDown.
Conferences deliver content. Festivals create real connections.
BlockDown does both.
Meet founders, investors, global brands and creators while the year's budgets, partnerships and narratives are still taking shape, then move from high-level content and dealmaking by day to immersive experiences and live culture by night.
AI agents, stablecoins, tokenised real-world assets, robotics, automation, and prediction markets together at the first major global festival of the year.
Panels and firesides meet Web3 and AI showcases, brand activations and live entertainment.
Institutions, investors, founders, builders, creators and the simply curious come together across focused zones designed around their interests, all within one connected festival.
BlockDown takes over five connected venues across Uptown Dubai with official side events, live music, curated gatherings and cultural programming.
This is not another stop on the event circuit. It is where 2027 begins.
Founders, builders and cultural icons who have joined BlockDown across previous editions.
Co-founder of Binance
Entrepreneur, Investor & Global Music Icon
Co-founder & CEO of Solana
Co-Founder of Cardano
Head of PSG Labs, Paris Saint-Germain
Founder of Chainlink
Founder of Polkadot
Founder of Venice.AI
AI/AGI Researcher; Founder and CEO, SingularityNET
Senior Manager, Web3 & Digital Licensing, McLaren Racing
CapitalTokenisationGlobal Markets
Hosted in a dedicated ballroom at SO/ Uptown Dubai on 26-27 January 2027, the Institutional Summit brings together financial institutions, regulators, asset managers and digital asset leaders. The programme covers tokenisation, custody, stablecoins and regulatory frameworks, with opportunities to meet senior decision-makers from traditional finance and Web3 in a focused setting for business discussions.
InnovationAutomationReal-World Applications
From humanoid robots to workplace automation, the Robotics Summit explores how robotics can address real business needs. Taking place on Day 1 of BlockDown Dubai, it connects manufacturers and engineers with business decision-makers to discuss deployment, costs and implementation, supported by live demonstrations across the festival.
AI AgentsAutomationWeb3
The AI Summit brings together AI founders, developers and industry leaders on Day 2 of BlockDown Dubai to explore AI agents, automation and the convergence of AI and Web3. Through talks, panels and fireside chats, the programme will examine practical business applications and adoption challenges, with opportunities to connect with AI companies and explore partnerships.
PeopleProjectsProgress
Join us in Dubai for the BlockDown Awards 2027, recognising achievement across Web3, AI, robotics and industry leadership. The ceremony takes place the day before BlockDown Festival, exclusively for BlockDown VIP ticket holders. Nomination details will be announced.
MusicCultureCommunity
BlockDown Afterdark, powered by TBE (The Best Event), is the official closing celebration of BlockDown Dubai. The Plaza will transform into an open-air music venue featuring live artist performances, DJ sets and major festival acts, supported by full festival production. This is the night when final deals are made, relationships are strengthened and lasting memories are created.
Uptown Dubai's only dedicated festival campus, featuring multiple interconnected venues in one seamless destination.
Awards Gala Dinner
Doors Open
Content Starts
Day Programme Ends
BlockDown Side Events
BlockDown Afterdark Festival with TBE
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