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On the third weekend of July, the famous Boulia Camel Races are held annually. This is a must see attraction which has kept people from all over the world entertained for the past 13 years. The Boulia Shire Council camping grounds at the Racecourse is well equipped with toilet and shower amenties and wood is stockpiled for camp fires which are allowed. The weekend costs $40.00 which includes camping for a week before the event and three days after the races. Children under 15 years are free. Please note that there are no powered sites at the grounds.

The weekend kicks off on the Friday evening with a twilight camel race, steer ride and a concert till midnight.

Saturday sees the start of the camel race heats to determine which camels will make it into the finals on Sunday to win the silver and gold cups. All throughout the day there is track entertainment of the fun family type, with foot races and other comic events. On the Saturday afternoon, there is a rush to the arena to see the Camel Tagging event which has been growing in popularity over the years and is now one of the major attractions of the weekend. Monster fireworks light up the night sky before another great concert to round off the day.

Sunday morning, tension is in the air for the running of the Boulia Cups, camels, jockeys, trainers and handlers are all hoping that this year will be the one they take home the trophies. Throughout the weekend there is entertainment in the form of market stalls, childrens amusements, camel rides and much more. A catered kitchen and a bar operate within the specified hours.

So come along and enjoy the wonderful atmosphere that is the Boulia Camel Races, you will be glad you did.