Abu Dhabi Royal Equestrian Arts Celebrates First Anniversary with Horse Performances, Workshops and Cultural Experiences
Abu Dhabi Royal Equestrian Arts (ADREA) on Jubail Island is celebrating its first anniversary with a month-long programme of equestrian performances, creative workshops and cultural experiences. The celebrations begin on 31 October 2026 with a special gala and continue throughout November.
The anniversary programme, titled One Year Home, invites visitors to discover classical horsemanship, equestrian heritage and the relationship between horses, riders and art.
One Year Home: Anniversary Gala on 31 October
The celebrations begin with One Year Home: The Anniversary Gala Performance, combining classical horse riding with live music and artistic performances.
The evening will feature Emirati opera singer Fatima Alhashmi, alongside ADREA’s horses and riders.
Date: Saturday, 31 October 2026
Time: 7 PM
Location: Abu Dhabi Royal Equestrian Arts, Jubail Island
What’s Happening at ADREA in November 2026?
Visitors can explore several specially curated experiences throughout the anniversary month:
- 1-29 November: A Celebration of Horses and Heritage, offering behind-the-scenes access to the stables, tack room and arena.
- 1 November: Alternative Pattern Making workshop with designer Suaad Al Fardan.
- 6-7 November: Special culinary experience with Oana Maria.
- 15 November: Family illustration workshop with artist Tilika D’Souza.
- 20-21 November: Culinary experience with chef and artist Moza Al Matrooshi.
- 22 November: Pigment-making workshop using rocks and plants from the UAE.
- 26 November: Bookbinding workshop with Emirati artist Yoshi.
- 28 November: Guided sketching experience exploring ADREA’s horses, architecture and landscape.
The anniversary programme also includes poetry workshops and curated art tours.
Discover Abu Dhabi’s Unique Equestrian Destination
Opened in November 2025, ADREA is the world’s fifth school dedicated to classical horsemanship and the first outside Europe.
Beyond its riding performances, the Jubail Island destination features an equestrian library, art gallery, traditional saddlery workshop and spaces dedicated to training and preserving equestrian heritage.
ADREA First Anniversary 2026: Dates and Tickets
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Event | ADREA First Anniversary – One Year Home |
| Opening Gala | 31 October 2026, 7 PM |
| Anniversary Programme | Throughout November 2026 |
| Location | Jubail Island, Abu Dhabi |
| Activities | Horse performances, workshops, guided tours and cultural experiences |
| Tickets | Available online for individual experiences |
Bookings: ADREA Official Events and Tickets
With its combination of horses, art, heritage and hands-on workshops, ADREA’s anniversary offers a distinctive cultural experience for families, horse enthusiasts and visitors looking for something different to do in Abu Dhabi.
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