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Heritage · Camel festival & competitions
Al Dhafra Festival 2027–2028
Expected late October 2027 to January 2028 (dates TBC) · Multiple stages incl. Madinat Zayed. Everything you need to know about Al Dhafra Festival 2027–2028 — and how to turn your presence there into weeks of content.
In short
The Al Dhafra Festival is the UAE's leading camel heritage festival, organised by the Abu Dhabi Heritage Authority across stages in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and the Al Dhafra Region, with its main stage at Madinat Zayed. The 2027–28 edition is expected from late October 2027 to January 2028, dates TBC. A2Z Digital offers photography, video and social content for sponsors and heritage partners.
Dates not yet announced — expected timing based on previous editions · Updated- Dates
- Expected late October 2027 to January 2028 (dates TBC) Dates TBC
- Venue
- Multiple stages incl. Madinat Zayed, Al Dhafra Region, Al Ain and Abu Dhabi
- Organiser
- Abu Dhabi Heritage Authority
- Category
- Heritage · Camel festival & competitions
- Official website
- www.mediaoffice.abudhabi
AED 97m+total prizes (2026–27 edition)
383camel competition rounds (2026–27)
5festival stages (2026–27)
20thedition in 2026–27
About the event
What is Al Dhafra Festival?
Held under the patronage of UAE President H.H. Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the festival is best known for its camel beauty contests, alongside falconry, horse and saluki racing, rifle shooting and heritage competitions. The 20th edition runs from 27 October 2026 to 13 January 2027 across five stages: Sweihan, Razeen, Madinat Zayed, the Al Dhafra finale and the elite rounds.
The 2026–27 edition offers more than AED 97 million in prizes across 383 camel competition rounds. The festival draws camel owners and breeders from across the Gulf over several months. Sponsors and partners can use photo and video content from each stage to share the festival's heritage story with wider audiences in the UAE and abroad.
Who takes part
Who you'll meet there
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We can cover Al Dhafra Festival for you
A2Z Digital's event photography & videography team covers stands, activations, speakers and side events at Al Dhafra Festival in Abu Dhabi — with same-day content for your social channels and PR.
Night & show video
Low-light video during shows, fireworks and performances.
Content days across the season
Scheduled shoots so your feed stays fresh for weeks.
Seasonal campaigns
Content planned around national days, holidays and peak weekends.
F&B & retail reels
Food, product and crowd reels for vendors and brands.
Influencer visits
Creator invitations and coverage to bring footfall.
Your content plan
Before, during & after
Before
Shot list, VIP and speaker schedule, crew passes and a teaser post announcing your presence at Al Dhafra Festival.
During
Photos and short clips delivered the same day, posted in English and Arabic while the event is trending.
After
Full edited gallery within 48 hours, a highlight film and cut-downs for ads, newsletters and your website.
All year
Reuse the footage in social media and lead generation campaigns until next year's edition.
Practical tips
Get more from Al Dhafra Festival
Advice from our event crews for making your presence count online.
- Plan by peak dates. Book coverage for the busiest nights and weekends, not just opening day.
- Shoot at golden hour. Outdoor events look best at sunset and after dark.
- Show the people. Families, performers and craftspeople make more engaging content.
- Respect etiquette. We follow local guidelines when filming visitors and heritage areas.
FAQ
Al Dhafra Festival questions
When is Al Dhafra Festival 2027–2028?
Exact dates for Al Dhafra Festival 2027–2028 have not been announced yet. Based on previous editions it is expected around October 2027. We will update this page when the organiser confirms.
Where is Al Dhafra Festival held?
Al Dhafra Festival is held at Multiple stages incl. Madinat Zayed, Al Dhafra Region, Al Ain and Abu Dhabi.
Who organises Al Dhafra Festival?
Al Dhafra Festival 2027–2028 is organised by Abu Dhabi Heritage Authority. Check the official website for tickets, registration and exhibitor information.
Where is the main Al Dhafra Festival stage?
The main stage and finale are held in the Al Dhafra Region around Madinat Zayed, with earlier stages at Sweihan and Razeen.
Can A2Z Digital cover our brand at Al Dhafra Festival?
Yes. A2Z Digital provides stall & pavilion photography, night & show video, content days across the season and same-day social content for brands, exhibitors and sponsors at Al Dhafra Festival.
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A2Z Digital is an independent agency and is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the organisers of Al Dhafra Festival 2027–2028. Event names belong to their owners. Details are taken from official and published sources and may change — always confirm on the official website.
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