AlUla Falcon Cup

كأس العلا للصقور

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Sports & AdventureAlUla
DatesDates TBA · Usually WinterCheck locally before booking
DurationWinterEstimate from available data
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forCompetition, enduranceFew falconry competitions anywhere match the
Language["ar"]Currency: SAR
CategorySports & AdventureFestival type
The story

AlUla Falcon Cup in AlUla

The AlUla Falcon Cup is a falconry competition held at Al-Mughira Village for Heritage Sports in AlUla, described by Saudi state media as the world's largest event of its kind. The nine-day championship draws local, regional, and international falconers competing for prizes reported at SAR60 million, judged on the precision and performance of trained falcons.

Falconry has been practiced across the Arabian Peninsula for centuries, tied historically to Bedouin desert life, where trained birds of prey helped hunters take game across difficult terrain.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

Few falconry competitions anywhere match the AlUla Falcon Cup's combination of scale and prize money, with organizers and Saudi state media describing it as the largest event of its kind worldwide and reporting a prize pool around SAR60 million

02

The mystery stays covered

Judging draws on international expertise, pairing Saudi judge Rajeh Al-Juhani with Italian judge Francesco Drico, and uses technology capable of photo-finish review to score each bird's performance precisely

03

The city starts moving

Staged at Al-Mughira Village for Heritage Sports, a venue built specifically around traditional Arabian sports, the event positions falconry, a practice with deep roots in Bedouin desert life, as a modern spectator competition rather than a private pastime

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

Falconry has deep roots in Bedouin and wider Arabian desert culture

Water and renewal

Living ritual

historically used for hunting and valued as a demonstration of patience

The sacred route

Living ritual

and the bond between handler and bird

The local code

Living ritual

The AlUla Falcon Cup formalizes that heritage into a scored

Tradition 5

Living ritual

judged competition

Tradition 6

Living ritual

staged at a venue purpose-built for traditional heritage sports and drawing an international field of falconers to compete under criteria judged by both Saudi and international experts

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA · Usually Winter

Getting around

Plan arrival around the route or course in AlUla; closures can make normal travel slower.

What to wear

Outdoor desert-appropriate clothing works best: breathable, modest layers covering shoulders and knees, closed shoes suited to sandy or uneven ground, and sun protection including a hat...

Safety

At AlUla Falcon Cup, respect barriers, moving equipment and marshal guidance; photos are never worth stepping into active areas.

Where to stay

For peak dates, book flexible lodging near reliable routes into and out of AlUla.

Tickets/cost

Check official or local sources for ticketed areas, paid stands, and same-year access rules.

Language/currency

["ar"] · SAR

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map26.56 N, 37.96 EOpen in Google Maps

AlUla, Medina Province, Saudi Arabia

Nearest airportULH — Al-Ula
TransportPlan arrival around the route or course in AlUla; closures can make normal travel slower.
Stay areaFor peak dates, book flexible lodging near reliable routes into and out of AlUla.

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How to get thereRoutes, times and prices to AlUla via local transport.Search routesFind a place to stayStays near AlUla, close enough for the event-day route.Browse staysFind flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for festival season.Compare faresFestival gearOutdoor desert-appropriate clothing works best: breathable, modest layers covering shoulders and knees, closed shoes suited to sandy or uneven ground, and sun protection including a hat, since competition runs outdoors across AlUla's open desert venue. Evenings can turn noticeably cool, so a warm layer is worth carrying.Shop the kitCheck visa requirementsSee whether you need a visa for Saudi Arabia and apply online.Check entry rulesTravel insuranceCover for trip hiccups, gear and health on the road.Get covered

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is AlUla Falcon Cup?

AlUla Falcon Cup is listed for Multiple months · Winter. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does AlUla Falcon Cup take place?

The festival is listed in AlUla, Saudi Arabia. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

Winter is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

AlUla, Medina Province, Saudi Arabia

Is it family friendly?

unknown

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About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

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Official URLexperiencealula.com
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SourceSource link available
Listed datesDates TBA · Usually Winter
Source statusOfficial source linked
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