A life-size Barbie Dreamhouse, fashion shows, a grand closing ceremony, and weekly
raffles featuring the chance to win a Tesla Cybertruck in the grand raffle, headline this year’s festival
Doha Festival City, Qatar’s premier retail and lifestyle
destination, has unveiled its programme of festivals and events under its partnership with Visit
Qatar, as the Diamond Sponsor of Shop Qatar 2025. Set to take place from January 1st to
February 1st, 2025, the month-long festival promises a vibrant mix of family entertainment,
fashion-forward events, experiential retail activations, and exclusive rewards, all hosted at Doha
Festival City.
As a cornerstone of Qatar’s shopping, entertainment, and cultural calendar, Doha Festival City
will bring an exciting array of activities to visitors of all ages. Family-friendly highlights include
the exclusive Care Bears bilingual daily live shows and a special experience in and around a
giant Barbie Dreamhouse, which customers get to enter after spending just QR100 in
participating outlets. Shoppers can also explore the all-new, bustling Bazaar at The Village,
featuring six kiosks with curated offerings, alongside a variety of food and beverage kiosks to
enhance the shopping atmosphere.
During the festival, participants can enter weekly raffles by spending a minimum of QR 200, with
exciting prizes including four Exceed cars and cash rewards. The event will culminate on
February 1st with a grand closing ceremony at The Village, showcasing the highly anticipated
final raffle draw for incredible prizes, including a Tesla Cybertruck on display.
“At Doha Festival City, we are thrilled to join forces with Visit Qatar and once again be a part of
Shop Qatar 2025 as a Diamond Sponsor at Qatar’s premier shopping festival,” said Chris
Barton, Director – Asset Management, Qatar, Al-Futtaim Real Estate. “Our lineup of
exclusive activities, from family-friendly entertainment to high-fashion showcases, underscores
Doha Festival City’s commitment to being the ultimate destination for unforgettable experiences,
diverse retail offerings, and innovative events.”
Visitors can look forward to an exclusive three-day fashion show from January 23rd to 25th at
Center Court, featuring a glamorous showcase of women’s, men’s, and kids’ collections from
renowned local designers and international brands. The mall will also host four redemption
booths, located throughout the mall and The Village, where visitors can engage in interactive
games and activities to win exciting prizes.
Shoppers are encouraged to take advantage of exclusive offers, enjoy engaging activities, and
participate in the thrilling raffles, with winners announced weekly.
For more updates and a detailed event schedule, visit Doha Festival City’s official website and
follow us on social media to stay informed about the latest happenings, including raffle winners,
upcoming events, and more.
