Celebrating falconry’s past and present, S’hail brings five days of auctions, competitions and desert innovations to Katara.

Falconry has long been woven into daily life in Qatar, once a necessity in the desert, today a cultural symbol still passed on from one generation to the next. That heritage is at the core of Katara International Hunting & Falcons Exhibition, which returns to Katara Cultural Village from September 10 to 14. Launched in 2017, S’hail has quickly become one of the region’s leading events dedicated to falconry and outdoor pursuits.

Every evening, visitors can watch live falcon auctions and beauty contests, alongside specialist competitions celebrating hood design and call-making. Across five days, the exhibition also showcases the latest in hunting equipment, camping setups, and 4×4 gear. A dedicated heritage zone provides depth and context, highlighting how falconry remains a living practice rather than a relic of the past.

That sense of continuity is what shapes the wider exhibition: S’hail is as much about preserving tradition as it is about bringing people together in the present. Families can join workshops, explore interactive activities and gather at food courts that keep the atmosphere lively well into the evening. At the same time, the event serves professionals with practical tools, streamlined licensing services and direct connections between buyers and sellers.

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