Al Ain Camel Racing Festival

Name: Al Ain Camel Racing Festival
Start: 2026-07-31
End: 2026-08-09
Location: Al Ain

Al Ain Camel Racing Festival is a camel racing event held at Al Rawdah track in Al Ain, UAE, from 31 July to 9 August 2026. The festival’s second qualifying round features races across several camel categories, including Futtamin, Haqayeq, Lagayah, Yathaa, Thanaya, Houl, and Zamoul.

Date: Jul 31 - Aug 9, 2026
Location: Al Ain

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Event summary

Highlights

Camel races across multiple categories including Futtamin, Haqayeq, Lagayah, Yathaa, Thanaya, Houl, and Zamoul
Second qualifying round held at Al Rawdah track in Al Ain
Competition featuring camel owners, trainers, and racing stables

Al Ain Camel Racing Festival takes place at Al Rawdah track in Al Ain, UAE, with the second qualifying round running from 31 July to 9 August 2026. The event features competitive camel races involving different categories of camels and participants from the region.

The schedule includes Futtamin races on 31 July and 1 August, Haqayeq races on 2 and 3 August, Lagayah races on 4 and 5 August, Yathaa races on 6 and 7 August, Thanaya competitions on 8 August, and Houl and Zamoul races on 9 August. The festival highlights camel racing as part of UAE heritage and sporting traditions.

Practical details

Before attending

Check the sources below for current opening times, admission prices and registration requirements. A date range does not mean the event runs continuously or that admission is free.