Things to do in Qatar this weekend: June 15 to June 17, 2023

Things to do in Qatar this weekend

Check out our top picks for Things to Do in Qatar from June 15 to June 17, 2023, below.

Note: Events are subject to change as per the organizers. 

June 15 - Thursday

1. Geekdom 2023 

The biggest geekdom festival is back in Doha!

Date: June 15 - 17

Time: 3:00 PM ONWARDS

Location: Geekdom Building, Lusail Boulevard

2. Pipilotti Rist: Your Brain to Me, My Brain to You at National Museum of Qatar

Your Brain to Me, My Brain to You is a new large-scale, site-specific installation by internationally renowned Swiss artist Pipilotti Rist. The immersive video installation is the artist’s first in the Middle East.

Date: 11 May 2023 - 12 May 2023

Time: 09:00 am - 07:00 pm

Location: QBEC Gallery, National Museum of Qatar

Phone: 4452 5555

 

3. Gateway to Summer Festival at The Gate Mall

Experience the Ultimate Summer Festival at The Gate Mall from the 5th to the 15th of June! With workshops featuring cookie making, pottery classes, makeup tutorials, doughnut crafting and more! Unleash your creativity, learn new skills, and indulge in delightful experiences that will make your summer truly unforgettable!

Location: The Gate Mall

Date: 15 June 2023

Time: 03:00 pm - 09:00 pm

Price: No ticket needed - It's free!

 

June 16 - Friday

1. Father's Day Celebration at Alif Stores

Come join for Father's Day Celebration at the Alif stores  on 16 June 2023 from 4 - 6 pm.

Date: June 16

Time: 4:00 PM - 6 : 00 PM

Location: Alif Stores, Al Dafna

2. Storytelling & Sketching with Haifa Babiker

In this workshop, participants will be told a story, and then re-create parts of that story using their imagination into drawings. This will teach them to appreciate the creative process of art-making, collaboration, and how something simple can be turned into a finalized work of art.

Date: June 16 - June 17 2023

Time: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Location: EDUCATION STUDIO, FIRE STATION

Tickets: Online - Free Admission

Website: https://firestation.org.qa/en/calendar/storytelling-sketching-with-haifa-babiker/

3. QRS Track Challenge Al Gharrafa

Z ADVENTURES & TRAILS SPORTS EVENTS in collaboration with A13 ACADEMY and THE COMMITTEE FOR THE SUPERVISION OF BEAUTIFICATION OF ROADS AND PUBLIC PLACES IN QATAR presents a 2-race Track Challenge at the air-conditioned Al Gharrafa Park.

QRS Track Challenge is a series of timed-races. The events range from 5-minute to 15-minute races. Athletes can run unlimited loops of the 657m track within the stipulated time limit. Each event will be restricted to a maximum of 250 participants.

The races will take place in the morning inside the air-conditioned park where the temperature will be in the low to mid 20c.

Date: June 16

Time: 6:30 AM Onwards

Location: Al Gharrafa Park

Tickets: Q-Tickets

 

June 17 - Saturday

1. Ladies Days at 974 Beach

Enjoy Ladies Days at 974 Beach every Tuesday and Saturday.

No boys and men allowed.

Date: Every Saturday and Tuesday

Time: 07:00 AM - 08:00 PM

Location: 974 Beach

2. Mangrove Kayaking Eco.Adventure & Discover Wildlife - Purple Island

Explore the incredible nature of the Al Thakira mangroves with one of our groups or as a private tour for your family or school.  Paddle with the local wildlife in the ancient mangrove forest and enjoy traditional Qatari hospitality in our luxurious beachside camp

Date: 12 May 2023 - 31 August 2023

Time: 04:00 pm - 08:00 pm

Location: Purple Island Beach, Al Khor, Qatar

Ticket Purchase: Online

Price: 

• Adult - 240QR
• kids under 12 - 120QR
• kids under 7 - 60QR

3. Eruption Art Exhibit at Anima Gallery and Msheireb Properties

Featuring a diverse array of artists from around the world, including emerging talents and established masters, the exhibition showcases a wide range of artistic disciplines, from sculpture and painting to digital and sculptural installation. Each artist brings a unique vision and perspective to the concept of eruption, creating a rich and varied tapestry of interpretations that speak to the complexity of our world.

Date: 10 May 2023 - 10 June 2023

Time: 10:00 am - 10:00 pm

Location:  Sikkat Alwadi, Msheireb Downtown Doha

Website: https://animagallery.com/exhibitions/eruption/

4. SHEIKH FAISAL MUSEUM & MATHAF (4 HRS)

During this trip, we will visit the fascinating private collection of Sheikh Faisal Bin Qassim Al Thani who is the half brother of the father Emir. The contents of his museum reflect his passion to preserve Qatari and Islamic heritage, amongst other things.Founded in 1998, you’ll be able to walk round and explore his stunning collection of cars, priceless carpets, armoury, artwork and so much more. (www.fbqmuseum.org) Mathaf Museum of Modern Art holds the world’s largest collection of modern and contemporary art. www.mathaf.org.qa

Date: 15-06-2021 TO 31-10-2023

Time: 9:00 AM ONWARDS

Location: DOHA