Welcome
Event organised by the Lions Alice Springs Camel Cup Committee Camels ... temperamental, selfish, terribly unpredictable, very entertaining
Riders ... rough, boys, courageous, girls, brave, a bit crazy?
Spectators ... looking for fun, vocal, count themselves lucky they're not riders!
Camel + Rider + Spectators = The Lions Camel Cup
Food, drink, crafts and souvenirs will be available for purchase (see the Stalls Page).
If you're looking for a fun event not just for your family and friends, this is it. Not only do you get a good laugh just by watching the races (guaranteed that no two races are the same) you will also be entertained by fun and interaction between races, with lots of great local stalls.
Camels are not as they seem: the dedicated ships of the desert destined to serve their master. These magnificent beasts can easily spit over three metres, have been known to bite, snarl and generally prefer to do things at their own pace.
The riders are either heroes or crazy! Either way, all of these bridled passions make for dynamic viewing, with camels easily conquering the riders during the day! The start of the race, with up to 15 camels, is confusing ... some off in good stride, others still grounded, some going backwards; it's a nightmare for riders and handlers, but spectacular for spectators - a camel in full stride needs the rider to hang on for dear life!
