02/09/2025
🐪 Crown Prince Camel Festival 2025 — Taif is Racing Again!
From September 2–12, 2025, the historic Taif Camel Racecourse (ميدان الطائف للهجن / Maydān al-Ṭāʾif lil-Hijn) becomes the beating heart of camel racing. With prize money exceeding 50 million SAR, this year’s festival gathers the Kingdom’s best camels, trainers, and owners for ten unforgettable days of heritage sport.
📅 Competition Dates & Highlights:
• Sept 2–7: Ḥagayeg (Ha-gaa-yeg, حَجَايِج) – the youngest camels at just 2 years old.
• Sept 5–7: Laqāyā (La-qaaya, لَقايا) – 3 years, full of promise and speed.
• Sept 7–9: Jezaaʿ (Je-zaaʿ, جَزاع) – 4 years, fast and competitive.
• Sept 7–10: Thanāyā (Tha-naaya, ثَنايا) – 5–6 years, entering their prime.
• Sept 11–12: Ḥīl (Heel, حِيل) & Zumūl (Zu-mool, زُمول) – the seasoned racers and powerful males that close the festival.
• Sept 7: Hajaan Races — for men and women, showcasing inclusivity and tradition.
🏆 Races are divided between:
• Local Owner Cups (Malāk Maḥalliyīn, ملاك محليين) — spotlighting Saudi owners.
• Open Owner Cups (Malāk ʿĀmmīn, ملاك عامّين) — welcoming international participation.
Every category tells a story — from the young Ḥagayeg learning the track, to the mighty Zumūl pushing the limits of endurance. Together, they embody centuries of heritage carried into a modern, global sporting stage.
✨ The Crown Prince Camel Festival is not just about racing — it’s a celebration of identity, resilience, and Arabia’s timeless connection to the camel.
📍 Location: Taif Camel Racecourse, Taif, Saudi Arabia
📅 Dates: September 2–12, 2025
فالكم الناموس (Fālkom al-Nāmūs – Wishing everyone victory!)
