ADIHEX 2025: First days recap of events, programs and highlights

The Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX 2025) continues to deliver a packed programme of showcases, competitions and knowledge sessions across ADNEC Centre. This report focuses on events that took place after the opening day. Expanded sectors and exhibitor landscape ADIHEX 2025 opened as the largest edition to date, with 15 dedicated sectors and four new additions that broadened the show’s commercial and cultural footprint. The wider sector mix amplified opportunities for specialist vendors and B2B meetings, and increased the diversity of exhibits available to visiting hunters and trade buyers. Early-show business and international participation Organisers reported record international participation and a marked rise in exhibitor numbers, positioning the exhibition as a regional trading hub early in the week. For B2B visitors this translated into more meetings, product launches and distributor negotiations across the halls, with dedicated business lounges and scheduled appointment slots supporting higher-quality interactions. adnecgroup.ae Arena competitions and demonstrations Since day two the programme has featured competitive arena schedules and live demos that drew both public and trade attention. Arena events provided focal points for footfall and a setting for product trials and live feedback for weaponry, optics and outdoor gear suppliers. adnecgroup.ae Knowledge Hub and programmed content Educational sessions and expert panels The Knowledge Hub ran specialist panels from day two onwards, focused on conservation, sustainable hunting practices and industry standards. Sessions offered practical takeaways for hunters, conservation professionals and procurement teams. Sector partnerships and thematic programming Strategic partners shaped targeted programming in equestrian and cultural segments, delivering curated content for the equine community alongside the hunting and outdoor agenda. These partnerships reinforced the trade-focused elements with technical talks and demonstrations. Innovation, product showcases and commercial outcomes Product debuts and trade advantages Local and international exhibitors showcased hunting, shooting-sports and outdoor innovations — from optics to performance apparel and desert-ready equipment. The live setting accelerated product discovery and enabled immediate B2B engagement, increasing the potential for deals and distribution agreements. Exhibitors used the floor to run live demonstrations, collect buyer feedback and finalise post-show logistics, turning ADIHEX 2025 into a measurable commercial opportunity for new distribution and aftersales partnerships. Cultural programme and heritage showcases Falconry, camel racing and traditional displays Beyond commerce, ADIHEX foregrounded living heritage: falconry displays, camel events and traditional activities were prominent in the on-site cultural programme. These shows attracted general visitors and created occasions for product demos and brand activation. Post-opening timeline — concise • Day 2: Arena competitions and Knowledge Hub sessions delivered education and demonstrations. • Early days: International exhibitor arrivals and sector growth supported B2B momentum. • Ongoing: Live showcases and launches accelerated buyer-seller interactions on the show floor. Why these ADIHEX highlights matter The activity after opening combined practical demonstrations, knowledge transfer and commercial scale. For hunters and outdoor professionals the value was hands-on demo, arena validation and Knowledge Hub learning — an immediate way to compare gear in realistic settings. For B2B audiences the amplified sector mix and record participation meant clearer supply-chain visibility, targeted deal-making and faster route-to-market decisions based on live buyer interest and exhibitor capacity. This recap focuses on events that have already occurred since opening and highlights the ADIHEX moments most relevant to hunters, weapons and outdoor suppliers, and trade delegates. The summary reflects ADIHEX news and ADIHEX highlights released by ADNEC during the post-opening period and is intended to guide follow-up visits and trade enquiries.