Exciting Events at Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition 2024
The Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX) 2024, held under the patronage of Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, combines Emirati cultural traditions with innovative features. Organized by Capital Events and the Emirates Falconers’ Club, this event runs from August 31 to September 8 at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi.
Event Highlights
Visitors can enjoy a rich blend of cultural exhibitions, traditional performances, and live historical displays. Key attractions include:
- Falcon Auction: Showcasing the UAE’s leadership in captive-breeding falcons, with online bidding for premium falcons.
- Vaulting with Dhabian Equestrian Club: A unique equestrian discipline of horseback vaulting.
- Tshouleeb and Horse Beauty Handler’s Competition: Featuring traditional Arabian Bedouin chanting and showcasing the elegance of Arabian horses.
- Liberty Equestrian Display: Horses presented without tack or restraints, demonstrating their natural grace and athleticism.
- Historical Battle and Archery on Horseback: Traditional Ottoman battle scenes and archery skills demonstrated by Mamluk Archery and Kaber Stables.
In addition to these spectacular shows, visitors can network with industry experts, explore hunting merchandise, and connect with leading manufacturers and suppliers.
Doubts Revealed
Abu Dhabi -: Abu Dhabi is the capital city of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), a country in the Middle East.
International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition -: This is a big event where people show and learn about hunting and horse riding. ‘Equestrian’ means related to horse riding.
ADIHEX -: ADIHEX stands for Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition. It’s a short way to say the name of the event.
Emirati cultural traditions -: These are customs and practices from the UAE, like falconry and horse riding, that have been passed down through generations.
Falcon Auction -: This is an event where people buy and sell falcons, which are birds used in hunting.
Horseback vaulting -: This is a sport where people perform gymnastics on a moving horse.
Arabian horse competitions -: These are contests where people show and judge Arabian horses, a special breed known for their beauty and speed.
Historical battle displays -: These are shows where people act out old battles to teach others about history.
Capital Events -: This is a company that organizes big events like ADIHEX.
Emirates Falconers’ Club -: This is a group of people in the UAE who love and practice falconry, the sport of hunting with falcons.
Networking opportunities -: These are chances for people to meet and talk to others who share their interests, like hunting and horse riding.
