This annual festival plays an important role in promoting Arabian horse racing on a global scale, celebrating and preserving the sport’s rich heritage and traditions. The event will showcase high-profile races and distinguished participants, including the Société Hippique Française (SHF), demonstrating their expertise and the exceptional excellence of the French equestrian sector.

Société Hippique Française – SHF : A Highlight of Tradition and Excellence
The Société Hippique Française, established in 1865 and accredited by the Ministry of Agriculture, is a pivotal association in the realm of sport and leisure horse and pony breeding. SHF plays a vital role in organizing events that unite stakeholders in the production, enhancement, and marketing of young horses and ponies. Their participation in the Sheikh Mansoor Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Racing Festival further emphasizes the event’s prestige and highlights the significance of French equine expertise on an international stage.

Excellence of French Genetic Heritage
SHF is renowned for its superior equine genetic heritage, breeding distinguished breeds such as the French Saddle Horse, Anglo-Arab, Arabian, and French Riding Pony. At the festival, SHF will showcase these purebred horses, demonstrating French expertise in selection and care. French horses, known for their beauty and performance, are a testament to meticulous breeding traditions that combine carefully selected lineages and advanced breeding techniques, earning them an international reputation. This event provides SHF with an opportunity to display how their breeding meets the high standards demanded by Emirati and regional buyers.

With over 33,000 breeders and owners of mares in 2022, the equine sector is essential in France, generating 66,000 primary activity jobs nationwide. The French equine industry’s prowess was further demonstrated when the French team won the world championship title in 2023 with 100% French horses.

French Breeding Excellence and Endurance at SHF’s Grand Events
The Société Hippique Française organizes two major events that offer exceptional opportunities for breeders, owners, riders, and buyers to engage with the vibrant equine sector:

The Grand Week of Fontainebleau: From August 22 to September 1, this event features 1,850 horses (mainly French Saddle Horse “Selle Français”) aged 2 to 7 years competing in breeding, show jumping, and hunter style competitions. It is a cornerstone event that showcases the finest young horses and ponies, offering a unique platform for networking and collaboration. With the approach of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, this event gains additional significance, serving as a prelude to the equestrian events at the Olympics, highlighting France’s dedication to equine excellence on the world stage.

The Grand Endurance Week in Lignières-en-Berry: Held from October 11 to 13, this event gathers young arabian and anglo-arabian horses from the French Equestrian Society. It highlights the endurance and versatility of these horses, reflecting the meticulous breeding and training traditions upheld by SHF. This event also aligns with the upcoming Olympic spirit, showcasing the stamina and resilience required in competitive equestrian sports.

These events are very important moments in the equine calendar, fostering a vibrant community and offering unparalleled opportunities for engagement.

Unique Expertise for the Emirati Market
SHF highlights its expertise in breeding, training, and enhancement by engaging with the Emirati equine market, fostering stronger ties between the French equine sector and the UAE. The Gulf countries, particularly the UAE, play a significant role in this sector through the purchase of purebred French horses, renowned for their endurance, elegance, and performance. SHF’s long tradition and globally recognized expertise in selecting lineages and providing high-quality care are instrumental in meeting the needs of the Emirati market.

The HH Sheikh Mansoor Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Racing Festival in France underscores the deep cultural exchange between the UAE and France, aiming to strengthen bilateral relations and enhance the global appeal of Arabian horse racing. SHF is honored to participate in the event, showcasing French expertise in equine breeding and highlighting the importance of international cooperation in the equestrian world.

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The programs will feature a variety of creative career trajectories, local and foreign higher education options, open calls for undergraduate and graduate students, residencies, internships, volunteer opportunities, and more. The session is available to anyone at no cost.

It is one of the ways that Art Jameel, the Center’s founder, and supporter, helps young people develop their talents throughout the UAE and the wider region. The center is open to young people with a creative spirit, as well as their families and teachers. It is situated on the Jaddaf Waterfront. More than 35 organizations and booths run by prestigious colleges and cultural organizations will guide visitors through the event.

Creative Careers Days is an opportunity for young people who are interested in the arts to have a chance to interact with prominent artists, curators, and business professionals. The event is filled with motivational speakers, educational sessions, and behind-the-scenes tours of the museum.

Students are welcome to participate in career surgery workshops to gain professional advice and direction on navigating the creative industries. Behind-the-scenes footage and resources are available in another multimedia research area, and the Jameel Library, which is supporting the event, offers a variety of resources on pedagogy and arts education for both students and instructors.

It has been stated that learning about art is crucial to schooling because it aids in our understanding of the outside world. When we produce or consume visual art, write poetry, or craft a tale to communicate, we start to think more critically about our surroundings.

A very broad range of soft skills is taught in art education. They can be used in a variety of job pathways, including UX design, communications, and entrepreneurship. Since artistic endeavors can be lucrative, becoming an artist may be regarded as a valued vocation, comparable to engineering and other professions, thanks to the growth of digital art and the advantages it offers.

It has been demonstrated that pupils who participate in art field trips advance academically and perform better. These and more factors should motivate anyone to visit the Jameel Arts Centre on October 23 and 24.

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The annual festival for children and youth, organized by the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), this year’s theme is “Create Creativity.”

Kyle Balda, an American animator, and film director who co-directed children’s films like Minions and did the animation for Despicable Me and Jumanji, will be one of the festival’s guests.

Ken Spillman, the author of the best-selling Big Noah Little Boa and the author of 90 books overall, is also attending the SCRF.

In addition to Sebastian de Souza, the actor-author who wrote the time-traveling adventure story Kid: A History of the Future, British author-illustrator Curtis Jobling, best known as the designer of the Bob the Builder TV show, will be a celebrity presence at SCRF this year.

Vashti Harrison, author-illustrator of children’s books such as Little Leaders, Little Dreamers, and Little Legends, is also on the list. She has also won the NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Literary Work for Children on two occasions.

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