After its successful launch in 2007, the Festival of Falconry will take place on 11th - 12th July 2009 at the same place - Englefield Estate, Theale, Near Reading, England. Over 30 nations around the world are expected and invitations will be also issued to the UNESCO Committee responsible for the Intangible Cultural Heritage programme, to which the United Arab Emirates are making a submission on behalf of Arab falconry and other selected falconry nations. Visit www.falconryfestival.com internet page for more details.

IAF AGM 2009 will be held in close location probably a few days before the Festival (exact place and dates to be determined). Both IAF AGM and the Festival will make make this an extraordinary joined event.