It’s the long weekend, the weather is finally bearable, and Doha has actually programmed something for everyone this time. Circus shows, a sunset wellness session, mega sales, and a film festival running across cinemas. Here’s the full lineup with everything you need to know.
1. Fontana Circus Qatar (Apr 30 to May 31, 2026)
Where: Circus Tent, Hyatt Plaza When: April 30 to May 31, 2026
The headline event of the month. Fontana Circus has set up at Hyatt Plaza with a full big-top tent, and the run goes for an entire month so you’ve got time. Acrobatics, performances, and the kind of show that’s genuinely fun for kids and adults. If you’ve only got time for one big outing this weekend, make it this one.
Best for: Families, date nights, anyone who hasn’t been to a circus since they were eight.
2. Hot Wheels City in Qatar (Until May 2, 2026)
Where: Katara South Parking When: Until May 2, 2026
Last weekend to catch it. Hot Wheels City is the immersive experience that’s been pulling crowds in Katara, with life-sized tracks, interactive zones, and the kind of nostalgia hit that lands harder than expected for parents. If you’ve been putting it off, this is your final weekend.
Best for: Kids 4 to 12, parents who collected Hot Wheels as kids themselves.
3. Lunar Vitality at WestBay Beach (May 1, 2026)
Where: WestBay Beach Sports Hub When: Friday, May 1, 2026, 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
A one-hour sunset wellness session on the beach. If you’ve been doom-scrolling all week and need to reset, this is the gentlest possible way to do it. Beach setting, golden hour, and the West Bay skyline behind you. Costs nothing to find out if it’s your thing.
Best for: Wellness people, friends who want a calm Friday, anyone needing one good photo for their feed.
4. Mega Sale at Mall of Qatar (Apr 29 to May 2, 2026)
Where: Mall of Qatar When: April 29 to May 2, 2026
Four-day sale across the entire mall. If you’ve had something on the wishlist for a while, this is the weekend. Mall of Qatar’s mega sales tend to actually deliver real markdowns rather than the usual “20% off the second item” routine.
Best for: Shoppers, families looking for an indoor weekend plan, last-minute Eid wardrobe top-ups.
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5. The Legend Tribute Show at Mall of Qatar (Until May 2, 2026)
Where: Oasis Stage, Mall of Qatar When: Until May 2, 2026
Free entertainment, decent production, and it’s literally on your way out of the mall after the sale. Pair it with the shopping trip above and you’ve got an entire afternoon sorted.
Best for: Anyone already planning a Mall of Qatar trip.
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6. Qatar 81 at Novo Cinemas (Apr 30 to May 28, 2026)
Where: All Novo Cinemas locations across Doha When: April 30 to May 28, 2026
A full month-long screening run, but the opening weekend is when the buzz peaks. Qatar 81 is in every Novo Cinemas location, so you’ve got no excuse on convenience. Book tickets early for the Friday evening shows because they will sell out.
Best for: Date nights, film fans, anyone who wants air-conditioned plans.
