The international equine industry, horse riders and fans of equestrian sports are set to attend the 16 th Dubai International Horse Fair and
17th Dubai International Arabian Horse Championship, which get underway
tomorrow (Thursday 18 th March), representing the first international equine industry
event since 2019.
Held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy
Ruler of Dubai and UAE Minister of Finance, the events run until 20th March at
Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC).
Supporting a global equine industry delivering approximately $300 billion in
economic value 1 , the 2021 edition of the Dubai International Horse Fair will feature
the finest breeds of horses in the world, as well as renowned brands specialising in
state-of-the-art stables, feed, riding apparel and the latest equine products and horse
therapies, as well as leading equestrian artists, including Al Khail Equestrian
Equipment, Nutriscience, Aayan Equestrian Club and many more.
Since its launch in 2004 under royal patronage, the Dubai International Horse Fair
has been at the heart of the Middle East equestrian industry, and is the only trade
show in the region where suppliers of equestrian products and services can meet the
most successful and influential owners, breeders, stables and clubs. Taking place
alongside DIHF, and with $4 million in prize money, the Dubai International Arabian
Horse Championship will present majestic Arabian horses worth an estimated $1-2
million to horse enthusiasts the world over, displaying the beauty, agility and heritage
of purebred Arabian horses.
The ever-popular Dubai International Horse Fair auction will return once again and is
set to offer over 70 Arabian purebred horses from local studs for viewing, bidding
and buying.

Dubai International Horse Fair has become a key meeting point for established and emerging artists, designers and creative innovators to showcase their imagination

through galleries and art spaces including Wood Sculpture by Tunikov, SARAI
Gallery and Galerie A. Leadouze. International and local artists will present their
finest equestrian masterpieces at the dedicated DIHF Art Gallery, where painters,
sculptors and sketch artists from the UAE, India, Finland, Thailand, France and Italy
will unveil their horse-themed pieces. DIHF will also host workshops from Funun
Arts, the non-profit platform where artists exhibit their talents in an environment that
fosters their creativity.
DIHF will host a series of exciting spectacles, including tricks and stunts from the
Dubai Police K9 dog unit, while the Heritage Village will delve into the UAE’s rich
association with horses as well as providing a glimpse into Dubai’s maritime history.
Young horse lovers can receive the perfect introduction to riding with horse and pony
rides, as well as enjoying the petting zoo for children and the all-new horse trick
riding show.
“The return of the Dubai International Horse Fair is extremely welcome – it is one of
the most complete equine industry events in the world, and is the premier event for
the industry in the region. We have no doubt that the 2021 edition of the Dubai
International Horse Fair will be a huge success – just as it is every year, and we
can’t wait to interact with our partners as well as meeting prospective clients. The
Dubai International Horse Fair is a cornerstone of the industry,” said Hassan Bin Ali,
CEO, Al Khail Equestrian Equipment & HBA.
Asma Al Sharif, Group Portfolio Director, Dubai World Trade Centre, said, “We
are delighted to host the 16 th edition of the Dubai International Horse Fair, which will
be an essential platform in reinvigorating the region’s growing equine sector
following the challenges of 2020. The Middle East’s passion for the equestrian sector
is evident from the way that the Dubai International Horse Fair has grown to host the
world’s leading owners, breeders, stables and horse enthusiasts. We are proud to
welcome exhibitors, buyers, breeders and enthusiasts who come