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Announcing the TimeZones show

November 2025


Announcing the TimeZones show

Timezones aims to be the world’s first “themed” watch fair, where the concept emphasizes traveling from one timezone to another. Each section hosts watch brands from the same region, reflecting this journey. The list of participants is full of promising micro-brands and more established names.

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imezones is a unique horological experience established by watch enthusiasts for watch enthusiasts. Launched by Micro Indy Collective (MIC) andWatchcollectivetwo (WCT), the event showcases over 70 independent and microbrand watchmakers from around the globe, offering immersive, hands-on activities and displays with conventional booths. This approach will allow them to showcase freshly launched microbrands alongside more established haute‑horlogerie makers and independents.

Timezones aims to be the world’s first themed watch fair, where the concept emphasizes traveling from one timezone to another. Each section hosts watch brands from the same region, reflecting this journey.

TECHNICAL DATA

  • Armani Hotel, Burj Khalifa, Dubai
  • 21st of November 2025 from 1pm to 10pm
  • 22nd of November 2025 from 10am to 10pm
  • Access: Free admission and open to public,www.timezonesofficial.com
  • Registration required
  • Number of Exhibitors: 70+
  • Expected number of visitors: 2000+

CONFIRMED EXHIBITORS

ABOUT MICRO INDY COLLECTIVE

MIC is a global community built by watch enthusiasts, for watch enthusiasts. Founded by Omar Kabbani and Samuel Danho. We are the world’s first dedicated horology platform that brings together independent watchmakers, microbrand owners and collectors under one vibrant roof. With a growing network of over 250 watch brands and strap makers, and more than 1,000 members worldwide — including some of your favorite YouTubers and respected watch reviewers — MIC is redefining how watch lovers, watchmakers and creators engage, creating a space where genuine connections happen between brands and buyers.

ABOUT WATCHCOLLECTIVETWO

Ahmed Gawdat is a Middle Eastern watch collector, enthusiast, and founder of WATCHCOLLECTIVETWO, a Dubai-based platform championing microbrand and independent watchmaking. Originally a passionate collector, he built it as a hub for horology lovers—sharing rare timepieces, unboxings, interviews, and the stories behind each watch. Recognized by WatchPro as one of the leading micros and independents platforms in the Middle East, Ahmed is also a podcaster with over 25,000 Instagram followers and a monthly reach in the millions. Timezones will not be the first event experience for WCT, as they have a long track record of event coverage across Italy, the UAE, the UK, and Switzerland, producing exclusive content and conducting interviews to spotlight the watch-collecting community worldwide. On Instagram, under @watchcollectivetwo, he blends striking watch photography with insider perspectives to connect collectors and creators globally.

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