Metaverse Into Reality: Metacon Event To Take Place in Dubai

Dubai continues to emerge as one of the world’s biggest cryptocurrency and blockchain hubs as Metacon will host a pop culture metaverse event this May 28 and 29 at The Arena, Dubai World Trade Center.

This one-of-a-kind “metaverse into reality” event will showcase Web 3 entertainment and professional gaming experiences, featuring blockchain gaming, eSports, non-fungible tokens (NFTs), tech, and more. 

Metacon, powered by Gala, aims to showcase immersive experiences, talks, and performances that will fully explain the amazing world of the metaverse and beyond. This event will be divided into four zones: MetaStage, MetaConnect, MetaArena, and MetaSpaces, through which attendees can learn about gaming history and new technology.

MetaStage will host sessions and panel discussions on the hottest topics about the metaverse; MetaConnect will feature workshops focused on practical and useful tips on kick-starting one’s blockchain journey; MetaSpaces will function as an exhibition zone, and MetaArena will be dedicated to eSports and blockchain gaming.

Tickets to MetaCon will be sold as NFTs. One Metacon NFT Token includes access to exclusive NFT drops, satellite events, networking sessions, and more.

The fascinating, two-day Metaverse experience will be attended by some of the renowned personalities in the industry including Dr. Marwan Alzarouni, CEO of Dubai Blockchain Center; and Jason Brink, President of Blockchain for Gala Games, and Adélina Arzu Mattera, the Director of Communications for World of Women NFTs.

Dubai is fast becoming one of the top destinations for cryptocurrency and blockchain businesses. Just a few weeks ago, Binance held its inaugural Blockchain Week in Dubai, one of the most anticipated events in the cryptocurrency space, with more than 2500 attendees and more than 1.5M livestream views.