The Museum of the Future has welcomed over 4 million visitors since opening in February 2022, according to Dubai Future Foundation. The milestone reaffirms the museum’s role as a global hub for science, culture, and innovation.
Global attraction
Located in central Dubai, the museum has hosted visitors from more than 180 countries. It continues to draw government leaders, experts, and tourists, positioning itself as one of the UAE’s top cultural destinations.
Since launch, it has held 423 events and conferences focused on the future of sectors such as AI, health, education, and sustainability.
Mohammad Abdullah Al Gergawi, Chairman of the Museum of the Future, said: “The Museum of the Future embodies the ambition of Dubai to become a global capital for designing and shaping the future… It is a platform for empowerment and capacity-building, aiming to ignite the spark of inspiration in those who aspire to shape the future by posing big questions and anticipating possible answers.”
Events and partnerships
The museum continues to host major initiatives including the annual Dubai Future Forum and Dubai AI Week, which attracted over 30,000 participants in 2025. It has also welcomed dignitaries from countries including Madagascar, El Salvador, and Vietnam.
Educational programmes like the Future Heroes Summer Camp and lecture series featuring global scholars such as Dr. Roy Casagranda aim to equip younger generations with future-readiness skills.
Future-focused platform
With support from the Dubai Future Foundation, the museum offers workshops on emerging sectors such as vertical farming and sustainability careers. It also hosted the Gaming Matters conference, exploring trends in the global gaming industry.
The museum remains committed to being a space for intellectual exchange and future foresight, aligning with Dubai’s broader innovation and knowledge economy goals.
