The International Forum for the Aftercare of Racehorses (IFAR), which is the leading global platform for bringing together thought leaders, advocates, and stakeholders to share ideas and advance best practices in this vital area, is scheduled to hold its 10th annual conference on 9 February 2026.
It will be held in conjunction with the 41st Asian Racing Conference (ARC), which is scheduled to take place 9 – 14 February 2026 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The 41st ARC is presented by the Asian Racing Federation (ARF) and the Jockey Club of Saudi Arabia (JCSA), which is the host of this conference. If you are not attending the ARC, but would like to attend IFAR, please follow this link and select the “IFAR Only” option. There is no fee associated with only attending IFAR.
“Our 10th IFAR conference represents a major milestone for the global aftercare community, and we are honoured to convene here for the first time in 2026 on the Arabian Peninsula, a revered place in the history of the Thoroughbred,” said IFAR Chair Eliot Forbes. “Hosting IFAR alongside the 41st Asian Racing Conference offers a unique opportunity to honour the roots of our industry while shaping its future. We are delighted to be working in partnership with the Jockey Club of Saudi Arabia and the Asian Racing Federation to continue driving global collaboration and progress in Thoroughbred aftercare.”
IFAR 2026 will feature a lineup of international speakers who will address a wide range of topics relating to the aftercare of racehorses. Attendance at the IFAR event is complimentary for ARC delegates. Renowned broadcaster David Eades will serve as moderator for IFAR 2026. Follow the IFAR News Section for the latest information.