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Things to do this weekend in Qatar (Jan 28-30, 2021)

Published: 28 Jan 2021 - 11:16 am | Last Updated: 28 Dec 2021 - 11:39 am
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Cherish another weekend with your friends and family at the flower show or drive-in to the open cinemas at Lusail. We have listed a few events and activities happening around town for you to choose from. Also, remember to follow the Covid-19 precautionary measures set by MoPH.

Here is a list of interesting things happening in and around Doha.

Flower Festival

The festival showcases many local nurseries and provides an opportunity for gardening enthusiasts to buy saplings of various flowers.

When: Ongoing till 9 Feb 2021 (9am-9pm) (Friday timings were not specifically mentioned by Souq Waqif. Please contact the organisers before heading to the venue of Flower Festival.)

Where: Western Square – Souq Waqif

Details: For more info, click here

#PassGoQatar Monopoly Challenge by Qatar Museums

Qatar Museums (QM) has launched a new social media competition that encourages Qatar’s wider community to become local tourists and visit cultural destinations, public art locations and heritage sites. Participants will compete for a host of prizes, including the chance to win a VIP exhibition experience and dinner for two at one of QMs’ flagship restaurants

When: January 27 to February 17, 2021

Details: For registration, click here / register at IN-Q Gift Shops and for more info, click here

DFI - Drive-in cinema

Drive-in cinema invites audiences of all ages, featuring a selection of films from Disney classics to contemporary family favourites.

Matilda: Thursday, January 28, 2021, 6:30pm

The Breadwinner: Friday, January 29, 2021, 6:30pm

Kiki’s Delivery Service: Saturday, January 30, 2021, 6:30pm

Details: For tickets and more info, click here

Al Khor Carnival

The festival entrance to the carnival is free for all and features fun rides, cultural activities, inflatable park and shopping for the entire family, the Al Khor Carnival will have special shows and visual displays. There will be a charge of QR10 for the rides and QR100 for special shows. 

When: On going till February 6, 2021 (12pm-10pm)

Where: Al Bayt Stadium

Details: For more info, click here

Grey times

The exhibition is a collective display of the works of artists who took part in Fire Station’s latest Artist in Residence programme, and includes artwork created by alumni and faculty from Virginia Commonwealth University School of the Arts in Qatar (VCUarts Qatar), a Qatar Foundation partner university.

When: Ongoing till July 24

Where: Fire Station’s Garage Gallery.

“Process” exhibition

This exhibition showcases varied collections of four diverse visual artists with different backgrounds.

When: Ongoing until March 18 (Saturday to Thursday, from 9am to 7pm)

Where: Katara Art Centre

International Art Exhibition at Doha Festival City

Celebrate international artworks by artists from around the world at International Art Exhibition, representing Qatar, Russia, Denmark and India among others. 

Where: Ground Floor, Doha Festival City

When: On until February 28, 2021

Details: For more info, click here

Damascus, Levant Exhibition - Katara

In cooperation with the Embassy of Syria in Doha, “Damascus, Levant” Exhibition by The Artist/ Salah Eddin Al Bizri

Where: Building 18, Gallery 2 Doha

When: On until January 29, 2021; 10am-10pm

Marmi Festival 2021

The festival, organised by Qatar Al Gannas Society, Marmi Festival is considered one of the important features of the original Qatari culture. It presents various aspects of tradition and heritage, and this festival is aimed at reviving them among the new generations.

Where: Mesaieed (Sealine)

When: On until January 31, 2021; 4pm-8pm

Details: For more info, click here

Mal Lawal 3 Cars

Classic cars edition is exhibited at Mal Lawal 3, a unique platform that celebrates collecting and bringing together private collectors from Qatar to showcase their collectibles. This time the exhibition has cars from two established local car collectors.

When: On until August 1; 9am to 7pm (Friday 1:30pm to 7pm)

Where: National Museum of Qatar

Torba Farmers Market

The popular market is back at Ceremonial Court in Qatar Foundation with the Covid-19 precautionary measures in place. Offering a wide range of products including freshly-baked goods, fruits, vegetables, homemade preserves, syrups, and handicrafts, the market is a hit among the community.

Where: Ceremonial Court in Qatar Foundation.

When: Only on Saturdays from 8am to 5pm, until April

Details: For more info, click here

Tasty Street

Tasty Street Qatar, a drive-thru food festival organised at Katara with over 300 food kiosks. The event will be held until March 2021.

Where: Katara Shakespeare Street

When: Ongoing until 31 March 2021, (3 pm – Midnight)

Details: For more info, click here

If you know of any other event, we missed out please inform us and we will get it listed.