ADNEC Group Announces Largest-Ever Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition for 2025
ABU DHABI, 4th August 2025 – ADNEC Group has announced advanced preparations for the 22nd edition of the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX), promising the largest and most extensive event in its history. Scheduled from 30th August to 7th September 2025 at the ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi, the exhibition is held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region and Chairman of the Emirates Falconers Club.
Organised by ADNEC Group in collaboration with the Emirates Falconers Club, ADIHEX celebrates the UAE’s hunting and equestrian traditions. The platform, recognized as the leading event of its kind in the Middle East and North Africa, reflects over two decades of Emirati cultural heritage and authentic history.
Following the remarkable success of the 2024 edition, which drew more than 350,000 visitors and hosted over 1,700 companies and brands, the 2025 exhibition is set to experience record growth across all major performance indicators.
According to Majid Ali Al Mansouri, Secretary-General of the Emirates Falconers Club, “ADIHEX has become the UAE’s foremost platform for celebrating and preserving Emirati and Arab cultural heritage. Thanks to the continued support of our wise leadership, this significant event not only preserves our cherished traditions but also ensures they are passed on to future generations.”
He further mentioned that the upcoming 2025 edition will solidify Abu Dhabi’s status as a global hub in hunting, equestrianism, and falconry, serving as a vital link between the legacy of the past and the aspirations of the future. Al Mansouri also expressed immense gratitude to the UAE leadership for their steadfast support in initiatives that uphold falconry and Emirati heritage, as well as champion cultural cooperation worldwide. He noted this spirit echoes the enduring legacy of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan.
Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of ADNEC Group, stated, “ADNEC Group continues its preparations to deliver an exceptional edition of ADIHEX, in collaboration with the Emirates Falconers Club and all strategic partners from both government and private sectors. Our goal is to ensure the event’s success and present it in a manner befitting its international reputation and standing in these vital sectors.”
Al Dhaheri highlighted that the 2025 edition will introduce new activities, such as multi-stage falcon auctions—a first for the exhibition—with the initial auction slated for 16th-17th August at ADNEC Abu Dhabi. He shared that teams had undertaken extensive promotional efforts at major regional and international events to attract leading companies and boost the exhibition’s global prestige.
Additionally, Al Dhaheri underscored ADIHEX’s role in supporting national industries, local handicrafts, and SMEs, helping to open new regional and international markets. Serving as a critical platform, the exhibition enables partnerships and cooperation between local and global companies while showcasing the latest technologies and equipment in hunting and equestrian sectors.
ADIHEX 2025 promises an exceptional gathering that bridges tradition with modernization, underlining the UAE’s dedication to cultural heritage and innovation.
Team V.4-EM-UAE
