Not sure what to do this week?
Qatar is packed with exciting festivals, sports events, concerts, exhibitions, and family activities that everyone can enjoy.
Here are events and places to discover if you haven’t yet. This guide shows you exactly what’s happening, where to go, ticket prices, and event timings so you can plan your week easily. Step out, explore, and enjoy this beautiful weather.
Qatar International Food Festival 2026 (QIFF)
Dates: 14–24 January 2026
Location: Stadium 974 Precinct, Doha
Entry: Free
Qatar’s biggest food festival is back and bigger than ever. QIFF 2026 brings together top chefs, global cuisine, live shows, workshops, and family entertainment.
What to expect
- Food from top international and local chefs
- Live music and performances
- Cooking workshops
- QIFF Ring and QIFF Juniors zone
- Fireworks every night
Timings
- Weekdays: 4 pm – 11 pm
- Weekends: 3 pm – 1 am
- Fireworks: 9 pm
- Opening night fireworks: 7:30 pm on 14 January
Read more
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Qatar Kite Festival 2026
Dates: 15–24 January 2026
Location: Mina Park, Doha
Entry: Free
Watch the sky fill with colourful kites from international teams. Perfect for families and kids.
Highlights
- Day and night kite shows
- Workshops
- Kids activities
- Food stalls
Timings
- Weekdays: 3 pm – 10 pm
- Weekends: 10 am – 10 pm
FuelFest Qatar 2026 (Automotive & Music Festival)
Where: Katara South Parking
Date: Friday, 23 January 2026
Time: 1:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Entry: From QAR 150 (Kids under 12 free with adult)
FuelFest makes its Middle East debut this week with a massive car culture celebration- supercars, drifting demos, custom rides, and a live concert (hip-hop artists like Ludacris and Busta Rhymes are part of the lineup).
Read more
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DIMDEX 2026 – International Maritime Defence Exhibition
Location: Qatar National Convention Centre
Date: 19 – 22 January
A major global defence & maritime showcase featuring industry leaders, innovation exhibits, and international networking.
Sealine Season 2026
Dates: 9–30 January 2026
Location: Sealine, Mesaieed
A huge family entertainment festival by the beach.
Highlights
Read more
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Torba Market
Torba Market returns this season with a refreshed spirit and an expanded experience. In addition to the beloved Saturday market, Torba is introducing a brand-new Friday morning market, launching on 21 November. Visitors can enjoy fresh local produce, artisan food makers, handcrafted goods, and delicious hot dishes from Torba Kitchen.
Whether you join on Friday or Saturday, Torba Market offers a warm community atmosphere filled with creativity, sustainability, and support for local producers.
Dates- 15 Nov 25 to 28 Feb 26
Visit website – CLICK HERE
8. Doha Fencing Grand Prix 2026
The Doha Fencing Grand Prix 2026 returns as one of the most prestigious events on the global fencing calendar, bringing world-class épée competition to Aspire Dome from January 23 to 25, 2026. Recognized as an official FIE World Circuit Épée Championship, this international sporting spectacle places Doha firmly at the heart of elite fencing.
