Doha, Qatar: As the last weekend before the back-to-school season begins, Qatar is buzzing with exciting activities to help families and students make the most of their time. Whether you prefer to shop, explore exhibitions, bounce around inflatables, or join a farm-to-table experience, Qatar has plenty to keep families and students engaged before school begins.
From shopping and exhibitions to fun learning experiences and farm adventures, here’s your full guide for the weekend.
Doha Shopping Fair
Until September 13, 2025
12pm to midnight
Katara Cultural Village
Enjoy one of Doha’s biggest shopping fairs, offering everything under one roof: clothes, fragrances, home décor, seasonal items, and household essentials. Cafeterias and food kiosks will also be set up to complete the outing with plenty of dining options.
Back to School at West Walk
Until August 30, 2025
6pm - 10pm
West Walk
Get ready for school in a fun and engaging way! The Back-to-School Festival at West Walk brings together students and parents with activities such as cartoon character shows, science demonstrations, sports activities, and cultural quizzes.
Inflata City
Until August 28, 2025
1pm - 11pm
QNCC
Catch the final days of the world’s largest indoor inflatable park before it closes! Explore thrilling zones like: CandyMaze, Giant InflataSlid, Inflata GoKart, and Paintless Paintball & Bazooka Ball. Plus, enjoy carnival games, arcade classics, cinema screenings, mascot performances, and a huge food court. Tickets range from QR40 to QR350.
Japan-Qatar Illustration Contest 2025
Deadline September 20, 2025
Online contest
This unique art competition, hosted by the Embassy of Japan in Qatar, invites participants to submit creative illustrations that blend Japanese elements with Qatari cultural themes. It’s a great way to engage creatively from home. More details and submissions here.
Printed Nostalgia Exhibition
Until September 1, 2025
Gallery 4, Fire Station
Saturday – Thursday: 9am – 7 pm & Friday: 1:30pm – 7pm
An exhibition that transforms digital expressions into physical art forms through illustration, photography, painting, collage, and the written word. Visitors are invited to explore an atmosphere of reflection and memory, with works from 98 international artists selected from over 300 submissions.
Date Harvesting & Culinary
Until September 10, 2025
4pm - 6pm
Heenat Salma Farm
Step into Qatari tradition with this immersive farm experience, beginning with harvesting fresh Rutab dates under palm trees. Guests can learn traditional techniques, explore the significance of date palms in Qatari heritage, and participate in a culinary workshop complete with tea and a guided cooking session. Book your tickets here.
https://heenatsalma.earth/date-harvesting-culinary-experience
Msheireb School Checklist 2025
Until August 30
Msheireb Galleria in Msheireb Downtown
Discover Back-to-School excitement with this unique event designed for families. Children can participate in fun, skill-building activities to prepare for the new school year, while parents enjoy an engaging atmosphere in the heart of Doha.
