You can have a fun weekend in Qatar with the exciting line-up of events we have in store for you. Its a weekend for doing good deeds. Support our Palestinian brethren by running for a cause or have a fun day with your children while at the same time supporting the children in Gaza. Some exciting conferences and exhibitions are happening this week, from travel to entrepreneurship, its all covered. Also don’t miss the Expo 2023, where there are some amazing events planned for the week.

Read on to find out what’s more in store for you in Qatar this week.

Qatar Travel Mart

The second edition of Qatar Travel Mart will gather the world’s top destinations and reveal the latest trends in sports, MICE, business, cultural, leisure, luxury, medical, and halal tourism. Qatar Travel Mart 2023 strengthens the competitiveness of tourism industry by providing a marketplace for bringing together inbound and outbound tourism. The event will also host thought leaders, experts, and influential stakeholders to provide insights into the industry’s latest trends and innovations through conferences.

Date: November 20 - 22, 2023

Timings:  10 am – 7 pm

Location: DECC

Access: Free, Registration is mandatory

Qatar International Art Festival

The Qatar International Art Festival (QIAF) is a dynamic celebration that not only brings together a diverse group of artists from over 65 countries but also provides numerous benefits for participants. The festival serves as a nexus for artists, art collectors, investors, and potential buyers, creating a vibrant space for networking and collaboration. Covering a spectrum of artistic disciplines, from traditional painting and sculpture to cutting-edge digital and sculptural installations, QIAF ensures a rich and varied experience for attendees.

Date: November 20 - 25, 2023

Timings: Various timings.

Location: Al Bidda Park - Cultural Zone, Expo 2023

Access: Free

Coffee, Tea & Chocolate Festival

Embark on a culinary journey at the Coffee, Tea, and Chocolate Festival hosted at Expo 2023 this year. Immerse yourself in the world of delectable flavors in the Family Zone at Al Bidda Park. This edition of the festival promises a delightful experience where you can explore a palette of exquisite tastes, savor top-notch beverages, and relish a day filled with entertainment, featuring live music, engaging activities, and shows suitable for all ages. Join for a celebration of the finest delicacies that the world of coffee, tea, and chocolate has to offer.

Date: November 23 – December 2, 2023

Timings:  3 pm – 10 pm

Location: Al Bidda Park - Cultural Zone, Expo 2023

Access: Free

Cut from the Same Cloth

The 8th Qatar UK Festival, facilitated by the British Council, is hosting Cut from the same cloth, a collaborative project that integrates existing local clothing recycling efforts with a pilot program to mechanically recycle clothing into fiber, subsequently producing new textiles. To contribute, individuals can drop off clothes at designated locations, including M7, Msheireb Downtown, and British Council Qatar offices and see the designs exhibited at M7.

Date: November 20 - 25, 2023

Timings: 11 am – 9 pm

Location: M7 Msheireb Downtown

Access: Free

Children Above All

A community event organized by the Education Above All Foundation, Children Above All aims to raise awareness about the plight of children affected by the war in Gaza, provide support to them by raising funds for the cause. There will be many family-friendly activities including sports, food and games, with all proceeds going towards children in Gaza.

Date: November 24, 2023

Timings: 1 pm – 8 pm

Location: To be confirmed

Access: Free

City of Dragons

If the fantasy world of dragons is your thing, you need to get to City Center Doha, where the most amazing Dragons festival is taking place. You can visit the enchanting world of the 'City of Dragons' and watch as the dragons come to life spread over the different floors of the mall.

Date: Until December 15, 2023

Timings: Mall hours

Location: City Centre Doha

Access: Free

Al Shaqab Run in Solidarity with Palestine 

Part of a series of events aimed at promoting personal fitness goals and making a positive impact on the community, Al Shaqab Run in Solidarity with Palestine serves as a symbol of compassion, unity, and steadfast support for the people of Palestine facing challenges. With distances ranging from 1 km to 5 km, up to 500 participants, including Kids 6+ and Adults, can join and contribute to this meaningful cause. This run, beyond its physical aspects, represents a coming together of diverse individuals, transcending borders and backgrounds, to support a shared cause. All funds raised will be given to Qatar Charity.

Date: November 22, 2023

Timings: 4:30 pm

Location: Al Shaqab Territory

Access: Tickets at Q-Tickets. Adults: QAR 75, Child: QAR 50

Infinity Night with Wasthi and Jaya Sri

A duo of extremely talented artists Wasthi and Jaya Sri along with their live band Infinity are coming to rock Doha in the Infinity Night Concert'.

Date: November 23, 2023

Timings: 8 pm

Location: Al Masa Ballroom, Holiday Inn Hotel

Access: Tickets at Q-Tickets from QAR 150

Rowad 2023

The 9th edition of the Rowad Entrepreneurship Award & Conference 2023 is a transformational platform for promoting a culture of entrepreneurship, growth, development, partnership and exchange of ideas. The event will host the 3rd GCC Entrepreneurship Forum which will include participation from GCC Ministerial representatives, leading entrepreneurial entities, experts, startups & SMEs from the five neighboring Gulf countries – a delegation of 200+ participants. There will be lot of interesting and educative workshops hosted by experts.

Date: November 20-22, 2023

Timings: 12 pm - 8 pm

Location: QNCC, Exhibition Hall 5

Access: Free, Registration required.

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