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  "id": 3494435,
  "title": "Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition opens Friday",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/26/abu-dhabi-international-hunting-and-equestrian-exhibition-opens-friday",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-26T10:54:13.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabi-international-hunting-and-equestrian-exhibition-opens-friday-1.500652836"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX) 2026 is set to open on August 28th and run until September 6th, 2026 at the ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi. This significant event, now in its 23rd year, is organized by ADNEC Group, a Modon company, in collaboration with the Emirates Falconers’ Club, under the patronage of Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan.\n\nSpanning across 15 diverse sectors, ADIHEX 2026 aims to celebrate traditional and heritage activities while showcasing cutting-edge equipment and pavilions. These sectors include falconry, camels, equestrianism, hunting rifles and equipment, veterinary products, hunting tourism and safari, fishing equipment and marine sports, outdoor leisure vehicles, RVs and caravans, arts and crafts, and preservation of the environment and cultural heritage.\n\nIn addition to these sectors, the exhibition will host over 40 cultural and entertainment activities for visitors of all ages. These include displays on hunting traditions, equestrian culture, traditional crafts, and international cultures, with performances from the UAE, Africa, Japan, and beyond. A children's area will offer specialized workshops to educate younger visitors about Emirati cultural heritage, including falcon care and handling, creative arts, and workshops on Emirati customs, values, and hospitality.\n\nFor the first time, ADIHEX will occupy the entire facilities of the ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi, promising a more interactive and engaging experience for all participants. This year's exhibition expects over 40 cultural and entertainment activities, as well as a variety of educational initiatives focusing on animal welfare and responsible animal care practices.",
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