The King Abdulaziz Camel Festival wrapped up its ninth edition today under the slogan "Ezz Laha" ("Pride for Her"), continuing its celebration of camels as an authentic part of Saudi heritage. The festival featured more than 30 days of exciting competitions that included 320 competitive rounds, spanning all camel categories and colors, including: Majahim, Wadh, Shaqah, Humr, Sufr, Shu'al, Asayel, Sawahel, and hybrids.

The Festival's Highlight Competitions

  • Producing sire rounds: competitors vied in the "Shu'al, Sufr and Wadh" categories in the competition's finale, adding an exciting note to the exceptional edition.
  • Beauty pageants, Hajeej, Tabe and camel races: the competitions included rounds for both individual camels and herds, with large-scale participation from camel owners across the Gulf, the wider Arab world, and even foreign countries.
  • The Princess Noura round: gained wide acclaim for its participation by women, highlighting the growing role women play in preserving this heritage.

A Rich Slate of Cultural Events

The festival wasn't limited to sporting competitions; it also featured cultural activities in the Cultural Tent, which hosted distinguished performances such as "Hanna Laha," celebrations by camel owners, and camel parades before the judging panels. Attendees also had the chance to follow the stages of algorithmic judging, which showcases innovation and progress in camel evaluation.

Highlighting Heritage and Boosting Camels' Global Standing

Through this exceptional edition, the festival has cemented its status as one of the largest heritage events in the world, embodying camels' place as a source of pride for Saudis. It has also helped raise global interest in camels through wide international participation and dazzling displays that reflect the region's cultural and heritage depth.