The historic oasis of AlUla is gearing up to host one of the Gulf region’s most prominent endurance events, with the highly anticipatedAlFursan Endurance AlUla 2025 set to kick off next month. In an atmosphere brimming with excitement, the event will mark the culmination of a vibrant equestrian season amidst the stunning desert landscapes that highlight AlUla’s beauty and rich heritage.
Taking place from 7-9 February, 2025, this elite endurance event will comprise two prestigious races: the 120km Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Endurance Cup – CEI 2 and the 160km Al Mutadil Endurance Cup – CEI 1,attracting 250 riders from around the world to AlUla.
Organised by the Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU), the AlFursan Endurance AlUla 2025 will provide a unique and exciting challenge for the riders, testing their endurance, skill, and determination over the two demanding courses.
The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Endurance Cup will feature the largest prize pool in the event’s history, with SAR 15 million on offer, while the Al Mutadil Endurance Cup will be contested for a prize pool of SAR 5 million. The lucrative prize money reflects the event’s status as one of the most important equestrian endurance races in the world.
The AlFursan Endurance AlUla is a vital event in AlUla’s ambition to become a global leader in endurance sports, leading to the FEI Endurance World Championship 2026. Supported by top-class facilities at AlFursan Equestrian Village, the competitors will race in a setting that combines AlUla’s captivating landscapes with Saudi Arabia’s rich equestrian heritage.
The event also signifies the RCU’s dedication to transforming AlUla into a leading international destination for equestrianism and concludes a memorable equestrian season in the region. As AlUla solidifies its status as a prime destination for equestrian sports, economic opportunities continue to grow within the local community, providing new avenues for talent development, and contributing to the goals of Saudi Vision 2030.
AlFursan Endurance AlUla 2025 will also feature a range of community engagement initiatives to promote equestrianism among the youth and ensure the local population can benefit from this thriving sector.
AlFursan Endurance AlUla is part of the AlUla Moments 2024/25 calendar, a series of cultural and sporting events that celebrate and showcase the magic of AlUla. Other events include the Richard Mille AlUla Desert Polo, AlUla Trail Race, Winter at Tantora, and the Maraya Classical Concerts series.