Doha: General Manager of the Cultural Village Foundation (Katara) and Organizing Committee Chairman Dr. Khalid bin Ibrahim Al Sulaiti, inaugurated the ninth edition of the Katara International Hunting and Falcons Exhibition “S’hail 2025,” which will continue until September 14.
The exhibition will include 21 countries and 202 leading local, regional, and international companies showcasing hunting weapons and equipment, falconry supplies, and desert and safari equipment. Featuring top global brands and renowned companies, the event showcases latest technologies, innovations, and high-end handcrafted products in hunting, falconry, and camping, drawing enthusiasts from Qatar and beyond.
The ninth edition of the exhibition is supported and sponsored by the Social and Sports’’ Contribution Fund (DAAM) and several national entities and institutions.
Dr. Al Sulaiti said that the S’hail 2025 has established its position on the map of similar international exhibitions, bringing together falconers and hunting and travel enthusiasts from across the world to exchange new experiences and accumulated expertise.
He added that this edition witnessed an unprecedented expansion in the area allocated for pavilions, increasing by 2,000 square meters compared to the previous edition, in response to the growing demand from local, international, and regional exhibitors. This expansion enhances the size and diversity of exhibits and services.
Vice Chairman of the Organizing Committee Mohammed bin Abdullatif Al Misnad emphasized that the exhibition has become an international platform for showcasing the latest technologies in the field of hunting and falconry as well as supporting related industries.
Member of the exhibition’s organizing committee Malika Mohammed Al Shraim praised the S’hail online auction, held on the sidelines of the exhibition, which showcases the finest and rarest species of falcons.
She added that the exhibition is witnessing the participation of local companies specializing in off-road vehicle equipment for hunting trips, competing with the quality of major international companies.
The organizing committee explained that the exhibition’s activities are distributed across several zones, including Zone A, which includes pavilions for ministries, official bodies, and nature reserves, in addition to four-wheel drive vehicle companies; Zone B, which brings together companies that sell weapons and hunting rifles; and the European section, which showcases the latest falconry, camping, desert trips, and hunting supplies.
The exhibition also includes Zone C, which showcases the latest caravans equipped for hunting, fishing, desert, and safari trips, in addition to a southern tent has been designated for the receipt of weapons and ammunition, following easy, streamlined, and smooth procedures.
The Katara International Hunting and Falcon Exhibition features a rich and diverse program, including a series of cultural and artistic events, scientific lectures, and literary evenings, as well as fine arts workshops featuring a selection of artists. Companies also showcase their latest innovations and products at competitive prices, while participating veterinary clinics provide comprehensive medical and advisory services for falcons and birds.
The exhibition is open daily from 10am to 10pm, except for Fridays, when it opens from 2pm to 10pm. Visitors can book online via the S’hail app, ensuring organised entry and a smooth visit.
