Things to do for the weekend (05 - 07 Dec, 2024)

Dive into an exciting array of events happening across Qatar this weekend! From family-friendly entertainment to cultural experiences, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you’re looking to relax, explore, or try something new, this weekend promises a non-stop adventure. 

Check out the details in the article below for all the must-see activities and make the most of your weekend filled with fun, laughter, and unforgettable memories!

Suhail - The Winter Star

Join on December 6, 2024, for an unforgettable desert adventure blending thrill and wonder. From Doha, journey to the serene Sealine Desert, where excitement awaits.

Begin with a heart-pounding 4×4 dune bashing experience, followed by a visit to the stunning Inland Sea, where the desert meets the ocean. As evening falls, enjoy a delightful dinner under the stars at our exclusive desert camp. Telescopes will be set up for stargazing, with Bisan guiding you to celestial wonders like Jupiter, Saturn, and the Moon.

After 10 PM, witness the famed Sohail star rising alongside Jupiter, marking a magical moment in the tranquil desert skies. Don’t miss this unique evening of adventure, beauty, and connection with the cosmos. Reserve your spot now!

Event Details:

Location: Inland Sea
Date: December 6, 2024
Time: 2:00 PM onwards
Tickets: QAR 900
Website: Q-Tickets

HUB NATION FEST DOHA

The first-ever Amapiano Fest in Doha is set to be a groundbreaking event, celebrating the rise of Amapiano and the impact it has worldwide. This aims to bring the vibrant and infectious sounds of Amapiano to a global stage, featuring live performances from top DJs and artists in the genre with a twist of Gqom for Vibrant energy. Scheduled to be an annual event, it highlights Doha’s growing role of a music diversity hub and aims to attract an immerse audience for a night of music, dance, and multi-cultural fusion.

Event Details:

Location: Hilton Doha West Bay, Diplomatic Street
Date: December 6, 2024
Time: 2:00 PM onwards
Tickets: QAR 175 & 350
Website: Q-Tickets

NASSIF ZEYTOUN and GUY MANOUKIAN

Get ready to witness the magic as @nassifzeytoun & @guymanoukian light up the stage! Join us @mondrian_doha Moonstone Ballroom on December 5th for an unforgettable Gala Dinner as we toast to seven incredible years of success and celebration.
Event Details:

Location: Mondrian Doha - Moonstone Ballroom
Date: December 5, 2024
Time: 10:00 PM onwards
Tickets: QAR 300
Website: Q-Tickets

Aladdin

Join us on December 6, 2024, for an unforgettable desert adventure blending thrill and wonder. From Doha, journey to the serene Sealine Desert, where excitement awaits.

Begin with a heart-pounding 4×4 dune bashing experience, followed by a visit to the stunning Inland Sea, where the desert meets the ocean. As evening falls, enjoy a delightful dinner under the stars at our exclusive desert camp. Telescopes will be set up for stargazing, with Bisan guiding you to celestial wonders like Jupiter, Saturn, and the Moon.

After 10 PM, witness the famed Sohail star rising alongside Jupiter, marking a magical moment in the tranquil desert skies. Don’t miss this unique evening of adventure, beauty, and connection with the cosmos. Reserve your spot now!

Event Details:

Location: THIS Theatre, Mesaimeer
Date: Until December 14, 2024
Time: 2:30 PM and 7:30 PM Shows
Tickets: QAR 40 to 2400
Website: Q-Tickets 

SEA CAVES WATER AND ADVENTURE PARK- DESERT FALLS

One of the largest theme parks in the Middle East, brace yourself for a jaw-dropping adventure at Desert Falls Water and Adventure Park. Located within Hilton Salwa Beach Resort & Villas, Sea Caves Water Park features 19 attractions with 30 rides and slides, including the water park’s signature ride “The King Cobra” and many other attractions including the Kids Ship Pool, the Whizzard Mat Racer, inner tube slides, Surfing Dunes, Family Abyss, Falls Pool and the Wave Pool.

Access to the separate adventure attractions at Desert Falls (canyoning, diving, go-karting, laser tag) is not included in the general admission ticket which can be purchased separately on-site. 

Event Details:

Location: Desert Falls Water and Adventure Park
Date: Until December 31 November 28, 2024
Time:  10:00 AM TO 11:59 PM onwards
Tickets: QAR 150 to 255
Website: Q-Tickets

SPORTS FOR ALL LADIES RUNNING SERIES 2024

Qatar Sports For All Federation proudly presents the inaugural SPORTS FOR ALL LADIES RUNNING SERIES 2024. This exciting four-race series takes place inside the iconic Education City World Cup stadium, with race distances ranging from 30-minute timed-races to 5-minute races for mini kids. Each race will be held on a precisely measured short course, with participation limited to 200 runners per event. 

This is a ladies-only event with no male participants or spectators allowed inside the arena. 

Event Details:

Location: Education City Stadium
Date: Until December 7, 2024
Time: 5:00 PM onwards
Tickets: QAR 300 & 500
Website: Q-Tickets 

Doha Forum 2024 - 'The Innovation Imperative'

The Doha Forum serves as a global hub for dialogue, uniting policy leaders to address the world's most pressing challenges and foster innovative, action-oriented networks.

Guided by the theme Diplomacy, Dialogue, and Diversity, the Forum encourages the exchange of ideas and discussions that drive policymaking and actionable solutions. In an interconnected world where challenges transcend borders, so must our solutions.

Event Details:

Location: Sheraton Grand, Doha, Qatar
Date: 7 & 8 December, 2024
Time: 6:00 PM onwards
Tickets: FREE

Souq Waqif - 5th Flower Exhibition

The exhibition will feature a variety of farms and nurseries specializing in flower, fruit, and vegetable seedlings, along with ornamental plants and trees.

Event Details:

Location: Souq Waqif
Date: December 4 - 15, 2024
Time: 9 AM – 10 PM
Tickets: FREE

Spread Your Wings Festival by Aspire Academy

Aspire Academy is celebrating its 20th Anniversary with the vibrant Spread Your Wings Festival as a centrepiece!

This dynamic event invites the public to enjoy a range of activities designed to promote physical fitness and strengthen community connections.

The festival embodies the spirit of sports and showcases the lively energy of Aspire Academy's milestone celebration.

Event Details:

Location: Aspire Park (Behind Burgeri Restaurant)
Date: 5 & 6 December, 2024
Time: 5 PM to 8 PM
Tickets: FREE

Winter Camp for Children

Qatar National Library is delighted to host a Winter Camp for children, featuring a variety of engaging and educational activities.

Event Details:

Location: Qatar National Library
Date: 2 to 24 December, 2024
Time: 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM
Tickets: Free entry

European Jazz Festival

The Cultural Village Foundation (Katara) is hosting the eighth edition of the Katara European Jazz Festival from December 5 to 8, in collaboration with 11 European embassies in Qatar.

At a press conference, Katara’s General Manager, Dr. Khalid bin Ibrahim Al Sulaiti, highlighted that the festival offers a unique chance to explore the rich musical diversity of jazz. By blending ancient traditions with modern artistic innovation, the event reaffirms Katara’s dedication to fostering cultural dialogue and bringing nations closer together through the universal language of music.

Event Details:

Location: Katara Cultural Village
Date: December 5 to 8, 2024

Friday Prayer with Dr. Omar Suleiman 

Join us this Friday at the Education City Mosque for a special Jumu'ah Khutbah with Dr. Omar Suleiman. Renowned for his inspiring teachings and as the founder of the Yaqeen Institute for Islamic Research, Dr. Omar will share a powerful message to uplift and enlighten.

Event Details:

Location: Education City Mosque
Date: December 6, 2024
Time: 11:26 AM
Tickets: Free entry

Winter Camp for Children

Qatar National Library is delighted to host a Winter Camp for children, featuring a variety of engaging and educational activities.

Event Details:

Location: Qatar National Library
Date: 2 to 24 December, 2024
Time: 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM
Tickets: Free entry

Doha Winter Shopping Trade Fair

Welcome to the Doha Winter Shopping Trade Fair, the largest event of its kind, hosted in the spacious shopping tent located in the southern area of the Cultural Village — Katara.

Event Details:

Location: Cultural Village, Katara
Date: Till December 14, 2024
Time: 3 PM – 10 PM
Tickets: Free entry

The Race Is On Exhibition

The Race Is On offers visitors a chance to explore legendary artifacts from the world of F1 and rally racing, celebrating pioneering drivers and world champions. Guests can journey through a timeline of international motor racing in Qatar, beginning with the first Qatar Motor Rally in 1977, and experience the excitement of iconic races from over seven decades of thrilling competition.

Event Details:

Location: 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum
Date: Until 1 April 2024
Time: Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Saturday: 9am– 7pm, Tuesday: Closed, Thursday: 9am–9pm AND Friday: 1:30pm–7pm
Tickets: Free

Katara 14th Traditional Dhow Festival

Katara Cultural Village has officially announced the dates for the highly anticipated 14th Traditional Dhow Festival. This cultural showcase will take place from November 27 to December 7, 2024, at the scenic Katara Beach. The festival promises to celebrate Qatar’s rich maritime heritage with traditional dhow displays, cultural activities, and captivating experiences that honor the region’s seafaring history.

Event Details:

Location: Katara Beach, Katara Cultural Village
Date: 27 November to 7 December, 2024
Tickets: Free entry

Sirah Exhibit by Masraf Al Rayan

United Development Company is preparing for the much-anticipated Sirah exhibit by Masraf Al Rayan, set to open on October 31, 2024. This enriching two-month outdoor religious exhibition will take place at The Pearl Island, inviting visitors daily from October 31 to December 31, 2024.

Event Details:

Location: 31 Porto Arabia Drive, Seaside of Four Seasons Resort and Residences at The Pearl-Qatar
Date: 31 October 2024 - 31 December 2024
Time: 05:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Tickets: Free

Enjoy your weekend folks!