Qatar Toy Festival 2026: Tickets, Dates, Celebrity Schedule, Summer Camp and Everything You Need to Know
The Qatar Toy Festival is back for its fourth edition and it is the biggest one yet. Running from July 1 to July 31, 2026 at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center, this is the summer event that families across Qatar have been waiting for, and this year the scale, the celebrity line-up, and the range of zones and experiences are genuinely unlike anything the festival has delivered before.
This is the complete guide for families planning to visit. Ticket prices in QAR for every category, the full celebrity appearance schedule with dates, a breakdown of every zone and what is inside each one, the Summer Camp program for kids including fees and how to book, timings for weekdays and weekends, how to get there, and where to buy tickets online right now.
Whether you are trying to plan one visit or figure out how to space out multiple trips to catch different celebrities, everything you need is right here.
For more things to do with family in Doha this summer, check our Doha Summer Survival Guide 2026 which covers every major event, activity and experience happening across the city.
Qatar Toy Festival 2026: Key Details
Dates: July 1 to July 31, 2026
Venue: Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC), West Bay, Doha
Timings: Weekdays (Sunday to Wednesday) 2 PM to 10 PM, Weekends (Thursday to Saturday) 2 PM to 11 PM
Instagram: @qatartoyfestival
Tickets: Available through Virgin Megastore Qatar, Snoonu, Platinum List and Q-Tickets
Qatar Toy Festival 2026 Ticket Prices: Every Category Explained
Daily tickets are limited, so booking in advance is strongly recommended. Here is every ticket type with full details on what is included.
Entry Ticket
QAR 50 on weekdays, QAR 70 on weekends. Allows entrance for one person for one day. Grants access to all Qatar Toy Festival activities and stage shows, excluding PUBG Mobile, Poppy Playtime, Football, Hot Wheels and Pac-Man experiences.
Ultimate Fun Ticket
QAR 80. Allows entrance for one person for one day. Grants access to all Qatar Toy Festival activities and stage shows including PUBG Mobile, Poppy Playtime, Football, Hot Wheels and Pac-Man.
Family Entry Ticket
QAR 200 on weekdays, QAR 280 on weekends. Five people for the price of four, for one day. Grants access to all activities and stage shows, excluding the premium experiences listed above.
Fast Track Ticket
QAR 300. Allows entrance for one person for one day. Includes all activities and premium experiences plus fast-track access to all activity queues.
VVIP Ticket
QAR 1,500 for four people for one day. Includes all activities, premium experiences (PUBG, Horror House, Sherlock Holmes), VVIP lounge with catering, exclusive Meet and Greet with selected characters in the VVIP Lounge, and fast-track access to all queues.
Free entry: Children under one year old do not need a ticket. Children with special needs enter free with a valid ID card.
Where to buy tickets:
Virgin Megastore Qatar: tickets.virginmegastore.me/qa/event/33110/family/qatar-toy-festival-2026
Snoonu: snoonu.com
Platinum List: doha.platinumlist.net/event-tickets/qatar-toy-festival
Q-Tickets: events.q-tickets.com/qatar/eventdetails/6454252668/qatar-toy-festival-2026
Celebrity Appearances at Qatar Toy Festival 2026: Full Schedule
This year’s celebrity line-up is one of the biggest draws of the festival. Each appearance is on a specific date, so planning your visit around the celebrity your kids love most is very much worth doing. All stage show appearances are first come, first served at the stage area.
July 1: ALJ Sisters, live on stage during the opening ceremony at 6:30 PM
July 2 to 3: Adnan Family, Meet and Greet on stage at 8:15 PM
July 4 to 6: Dreams show featuring Adel and Bobo, written and directed by Duaij Al-Khamees with songs by Abdullah Khaled
July 14 to 15: Tarek and Mohammad Tourgane
July 16, 17 and 18: Emilia Jaber
July 20 to 21: Abir Alsaghir
July 22 to 23: Abo Flah
July 24 to 25: Ahmad Khateb and Bilal Fadili
July 26 to 27: Omar Abdelrahman
Coming soon (dates to be announced): Rasha Rizk and Emy Hetari
Follow @qatartoyfestival on Instagram for daily updates on celebrity schedules, new announcements and surprise reveals throughout the month.
What Is Inside Qatar Toy Festival 2026: Every Zone Explained
The festival is organised across five distinct islands, with almost 30 entertainment corners, 10 retail stores and more than 50 international brands represented across the venue.
Youth Zone
The action-packed area for older kids and teens, featuring PUBG Mobile, Poppy Playtime, and other adrenaline-first experiences. This zone also includes the Sherlock Holmes Escape Room and the chilling Friday Night at Freddy’s world, both of which are new additions for 2026.
Champions Land
Inspired by thrilling competitive worlds, Champions Land features Hot Wheels, Pac-Man, and other brand-driven entertainment corners built around games and competition.
The Studios
A brand-new zone for 2026 built for everyone across all ages, featuring The Flintstones, Mickey Mouse, and other classic character worlds. This is one of the most anticipated new additions to the festival this year.
Fancy Land
Dedicated to girls and younger visitors, Fancy Land brings magical moments with Lilo and Stitch, Disney Princess, Frozen, and more. The Lilo and Stitch corner is a first for the festival in 2026.
Cutie Pie Land
Designed for the youngest visitors, Cutie Pie Land features Paw Patrol, Jmal-Jmal, and other toddler and young child favourites with experiences scaled to smaller guests.
Shopping at Qatar Toy Festival
The exclusive shopping experience at the festival is genuinely worth making time for. Highlights in 2026 include limited-edition Labubu merchandise, a Haribo truck, and stores carrying souvenirs and products from the worlds featured across the festival zones.
The Opening Ceremony: July 1
The festival kicks off on July 1 with a full opening ceremony featuring music, mascots, surprise flash mobs and a first look at everything inside the venue. ALJ Sisters will perform live on stage at 6:30 PM during the opening. There is also the highly anticipated chicken competition that has been teased for this year’s edition. Arriving early on opening day is recommended.
Back-to-School Exhibition: Last Week of July
During the final week of the festival, Qatar Toy Festival will host a Back-to-School exhibition with special promotions, educational stage shows and creative competitions. The School Bus Zone lets kids customise their backpacks, pencil cases, water bottles and stationery with stickers, markers and keychains, making it a genuinely useful way to round out the summer before the school year begins.
Qatar Toy Festival Summer Camp 2026: Full Details
The Summer Camp at Qatar Toy Festival is running for its second year and is one of the most popular additions to the festival program. It is separate from the general festival entry and runs on a different schedule.
Dates: July 5 to July 30, 2026 (excluding Fridays and Saturdays)
Timings: Sunday to Thursday, 8 AM to 1 PM
Location: Qatar Toy Festival venue, DECC
Ages: Children aged 4 to 12 (divided into age groups)
Capacity: Limited to 150 children per session. Book early.
Fees:
Weekly: QAR 750
Monthly: QAR 2,000
What the camp covers week by week:
Week 1 focuses on foundational science and technology skills, with children working toward presenting their own Eco Solution.
Week 2 builds foundational physics and engineering skills, with a hands-on challenge where children optimise and present their own functional STEM creation.
Week 3 develops forensics and logic skills, with teams working to crack a code and present their final case solution.
Week 4 focuses on design and research skills, concluding with children presenting their original ideas at the Science Street Mini Expo.
Each child receives prizes and a personalised certificate at the end of their camp session. The camp is designed and delivered by Science Street.
Camp enquiries and booking: +974 51262710
Booking for the Summer Camp is also available through Platinum List at doha.platinumlist.net/event-tickets/summer-camp-qatar-toy-festival
How to Get to Qatar Toy Festival 2026 at DECC
By car: The DECC is located in West Bay, Doha. GPS navigation to the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center is advised. Heading northwest on Al Corniche, turn left onto Al Funduq Street, continue toward Omar Al Mukhtar Street, then follow Hayr Al Harba with the destination appearing on the right.
By metro: Take the Red Line to Al Qassar station, followed by approximately a 19-minute walk to the DECC.
By taxi or ride-hailing: Uber and Karwa are both available and can drop directly at the DECC entrance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Qatar Toy Festival 2026 dates?
July 1 to July 31, 2026 at DECC, West Bay, Doha.
What are the Qatar Toy Festival 2026 ticket prices?
Entry Ticket from QAR 50 on weekdays and QAR 70 on weekends. Ultimate Fun Ticket QAR 80. Family Ticket from QAR 200 on weekdays. Fast Track QAR 300. VVIP QAR 1,500 for four people.
What are the timings for Qatar Toy Festival 2026?
Weekdays (Sunday to Wednesday) 2 PM to 10 PM. Weekends (Thursday to Saturday) 2 PM to 11 PM.
Where is Qatar Toy Festival 2026?
Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC), West Bay, Doha, Qatar.
How much is the Summer Camp at Qatar Toy Festival?
QAR 750 per week or QAR 2,000 for the full month. For children aged 4 to 12, running Sunday to Thursday from 8 AM to 1 PM. Contact: +974 51262710.
Which celebrities are appearing at Qatar Toy Festival 2026?
ALJ Sisters (July 1), Adnan Family (July 2 to 3), Emilia Jaber (July 16 to 18), Abir Alsaghir (July 20 to 21), Abo Flah (July 22 to 23), Ahmad Khateb and Bilal Fadili (July 24 to 25), Omar Abdelrahman (July 26 to 27), with Rasha Rizk and Emy Hetari dates to be announced.
Do children under one need a ticket?
No. Children under one year old enter free. Children with special needs also enter free with a valid ID card.
Where can I buy Qatar Toy Festival 2026 tickets?
Through Virgin Megastore Qatar, Snoonu, Platinum List and Q-Tickets. Links are listed above in this article.
Is Qatar Toy Festival suitable for all ages?
Yes. The festival is designed as a multi-generational destination with zones for toddlers, young children, pre-teens and teens, and adults.
Can I bring food from outside?
No. Food and beverages from outside the festival are not permitted inside the venue.
Note: The details mentioned in this event listing are sourced from the organizers’ official announcements and are subject to change. Please check with the organizer directly before making plans.
