Qatar
S'hail 2026 caps successful 10th edition with more than 80,000 visitors
The Katara International Hunting and Falconry Exhibition (S'hail 2026) brought the curtain down on its 10th edition on Saturday evening.
The exhibition drew more than 80,000 visitors, with broad international participation, marking a decade of phenomenal growth that has made it one of the leading specialised gatherings for falconry, hunting and heritage, as well as a platform that brings together authenticity, innovation, the economy and tourism.
Katara Cultural Village general manager and S'hail Supreme Organising Committee chairman Prof Dr Khalid bin Ibrahim al-Sulaiti feted committee members, competition winners, sponsors and supporting entities.
DTS, the owner of Pavilion A16, won the award for "Best Participating Pavilion”, valued at QR15,000.
The "Best Garage” award went to Desert Engine, with a prize of QR15,000.
In the "Best Falcon Hood” competition, hood No. 7 from Al-Hur shop took first place, followed by hood No. 10 from Rahi Al Nawader shop in second place and hood No. 13 from Al-Shuail shop in third place.
The closing day featured a packed programme, headlined by the conclusion of the S'hail Falcon Auction, which drew strong interest from falconers and enthusiasts at home and abroad and featured fierce competition for a collection of prized and rare falcons.
The strong bidding provided further confirmation of the auction's growing standing as one of the exhibition's marquee events and one of its biggest draws for specialists and enthusiasts.
Organising committee vice-chairman Mohammed bin Abdul Latif al-Misnad told the Qatar News Agency (QNA) that the 10th edition had achieved tremendous success, noting that public turnout remained strong from the opening day through the exhibition's final hours.
The record turnout throughout the exhibition, he said, demonstrates the level of interest in S'hail and confirms that the goals set for this edition were fully achieved, whether in terms of attendance, meeting enthusiasts' needs or the accompanying events.
Al-Misnad further stated that the committee has already started considerations for the 11th edition, saying the success of this edition places a responsibility on the committee to continue developing the exhibition and deliver a new edition that meets the expectations of participants and visitors while further cementing S'hail's stature as an international gathering that brings together falconers and hunting and falconry enthusiasts from around the globe.
S'hail director Abdulaziz al-Buhaishim meanwhile said that the event wrapped up after five days of events, delivering significant results and indicators that underscore its success and further strengthen its standing on the international specialised exhibition circuit.
He noted that the number of visitors exceeded 80,000, alongside strong commercial activity across the various pavilions and substantial public interest and turnout, adding that the organising committee has been committed to showcasing S'hail in the right light and maintaining its identity.
Malika Mohammed al-Shraim, member and secretary of the of S'hail 2026 Supreme Organising Committee, said that the 10th edition garnered much-heralded media traction through multiple activities from its launch through its conclusion.
She lauded the role played by domestic, Arab and international media outlets, along with digital platforms and social media, in covering the activities of S'hail 2026 and strengthening awareness of its various segments.
Al-Shraim said that the organising committee views the media as a strategic partner in S'hail's continued development, given its pivotal role in delivering the exhibition's message, strengthening its presence and raising the international profile of Qatari heritage.