Al Dhafrah Festival 17th Edition

The 17th edition of the Al Dhafrah Festival is one of the most prominent cultural and heritage festivals held annually in the Al Dhafrah region of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The festival celebrates Emirati traditions and culture, featuring a variety of events and competitions that showcase local customs, such as camel beauty contests, camel races, falconry displays, and bird racing, as well as both classical and Nabati poetry competitions.

The 17th edition stood out with its diverse activities, offering substantial cash prizes for winners in the camel competitions, alongside cultural and artistic performances involving various Arab countries. The festival also aims to promote cultural tourism in the region and plays a key role in preserving and passing on Emirati heritage to younger generations.