The Saudi Falcons Club is gearing up to host the International Saudi Falcons and Hunting Exhibition 2024, a captivating event set to take place from October 3-12 at the Riyadh Exhibition Center in Melham, north of Riyadh. This year’s exhibition promises an enhanced experience, featuring a vast array of attractions that cater to a diverse audience, from seasoned falconry enthusiasts to families and children.
Visitors can expect an immersive experience with over 400 exhibitors representing 45 countries, spread across a sprawling 60,000 square meters. The exhibition will showcase the latest in falconry supplies, specialized foods, camping gear, hunting weapons, and tools, alongside captivating displays of motorcycles, bicycles, and off-road vehicles.
One of the highlights is the Shalayel Digital Museum, where guests can journey through the rich history of falconry through state-of-the-art virtual reality and interactive displays. For those looking for adventure, there’s a wild cooking area, the Future Falconers program – an initiative designed to educate and entertain children – and exciting interactive games and remote-controlled aircraft shows.
The exhibition also features an arts and crafts section, photo gallery, live art demonstrations, and a diverse food court, ensuring there’s something for everyone.
A significant attraction is the Kingdom’s first platform for the sale of various weapons, where Saudi companies will showcase firearms and ammunition from over 55 global brands. Hunting enthusiasts will find exclusive and rare editions, with opportunities for both live and virtual shooting experiences.
Running concurrently with the exhibition is the Al-Melwah Falcon Race, taking place from October 7-12, and the Saudi Falcons Club Auction, featuring locally sourced falcons from October 1 to November 15. Visitors can witness the excitement of live auctions, broadcast on television and streamed on the club’s social media platforms.
The Saudi International Falcons and Hunting Exhibition is open daily from 4 PM to 11 PM. Through events like this, the Saudi Falcons Club continues its mission to preserve and innovate the cultural heritage of falconry, ensuring its sustainability for future generations while promoting environmental awareness.
