Al-Sayahid, December 7, 2025 — The King Abdulaziz Camel Festival continues its heritage and cultural programme in its 10th edition amid strong public turnout, affirming its status as the largest cultural and economic carnival celebrating national heritage and promoting the depth of Saudi identity. This year's theme, "Glory to Its People," highlights the Arabs' bond with camels as a deeply rooted symbol in the collective memory and an authentic value in Arab life, past and present.

The festival's opening days drew wide participation from camel enthusiasts, owners and visitors from within the Kingdom and abroad, following activities that combine authentic heritage with interactive experiences designed to introduce attendees to the history and cultural standing of camels.

The festival offers a range of heritage activities under the "Men's Knowledge" programme, which introduces visitors to Saudi heritage through programmes and competitions inspired by traditional life, most notably:

  • A traditional overnight-stay experience recreating Bedouin desert life
  • Learning about camels and falcons and methods of handling them
  • Demonstrations of hospitality traditions and Saudi coffee preparation
  • Interactive social and cultural competitions
  • An evening gathering featuring stargazing and learning about star positions
  • Learning to properly wear traditional Saudi dress
  • Workshops on preparing traditional Saudi dishes

These activities are run under the supervision of a specialized team to ensure a safe, professional experience that reflects an authentic Saudi heritage environment.

The festival runs from November 29, 2025, to January 3, 2026, organized by the Camel Club in Al-Sayahid Al-Janoubiyah, northeast of Riyadh, with wide participation from camel owners, exhibitors and enthusiasts from across the Kingdom and the Gulf and Arab countries.