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Bull Butting, Fujairah

Quick Info
  • Location: At Fujairah Corniche
  • Entrance Fee:
  • Duration: 3 to 4 hours
  • Time: Every Friday around 5:00 PM
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Overview

Bull butting is a popular event in Fujairah where two bulls fight each other by locking horns. On Friday nights from October to April, when it's cooler, there's a fun event for the whole family. A muddy area off the Fujairah Corniche is where the event takes place, and hundreds of people come to watch. The bulls that take part in Bull Butting were raised just for the event. They are big and strong, and their horns are very strong. Judges watch over the fights and make sure that the bulls are matched up correctly based on their size and strength. One bull tries to push the other bull back in Bull Butting. The winner is the bull that can do this. The fight ends in a tie if neither bull gives up. People have strong feelings about bull butting. Some say it is unfair to the bulls. The event managers say that the bulls are well taken care of and that the fights are not meant to hurt anyone. People say that the event is a part of Emirati tradition and a way to honour the bulls' strength and virility. You should plan your trip to Fujairah during the cooler months if you want to do Bull Butting there. 

Highlights

Distance: 4 Kms From Fujairah

Best Time to Visit: October to April

Duration: 1 Day 

How to Reach

Drive

From Dubai, you can take Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311) towards Fujairah. To go to the Corniche from Fujairah City, just keep going straight on Hamad Bin Abdullah Road after entering the city. There are several ways to go to Fujairah from elsewhere in the Emirates. Follow the signs to Fujairah Corniche after you enter Fujairah City.

Bus

Fujairah also has a public bus system that you can use to reach the Corniche. You may get your trip underway from Fujairah's main bus terminal. You can discover a bus that goes to Fujairah Corniche by checking the timetables and itineraries of the buses that depart from here.

Taxi

You can easily get cabs in Fujairah City, and the drivers are familiar with the Corniche region. You can get to Fujairah Corniche by hailing a cab, using a ridesharing app like Uber, or taking a local taxi service.

Best Time to Visit

The best time to visit Bull Butting depends on your personal preferences. If you are looking for a more relaxed and affordable experience, then May to September may be a good option. However, if you want to experience the event at its best, then October to April is the better time to visit. Let's check the time and weather:

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FAQs about Bull Butting, Fujairah

Q:
When does Bull Butting take place?

Bull Butting is held weekly on Friday nights from October through April, when the weather is more agreeable. The festivities kick up at 5 p.m. and continue for the next three hours.

Q:
Where does Bull Butting take place?

A muddy area not far from the Fujairah Corniche is where bull butting takes place. To get there, travel east on the Corniche Road and turn left onto the first street beyond the Fujairah Beach Resort. You'll see the Bull Butting ring off to your right.

Q:
Is Bull Butting free to attend?

Yes, Bull Butting is free to attend.

Q:
Is Bull Butting cruel to the bulls?

Bull Butting events promoters say the animals are treated humanely and that injury is not the goal. However, there are many who believe it's inhumane to pit bulls against one another in a battle.

Q:
When going Bull Butting, what should I wear?

It is best to wear comfortable shoes and clothing to Bull Butting. The ground can be muddy, and the event can be quite noisy and exciting.

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