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Things to Do in Doha This Week: 7 Events You Can’t Miss (May 3 to 9, 2026)

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Things to Do in Doha This Week: 7 Events You Can’t Miss (May 3 to 9, 2026)

May is shaping up nicely in Doha. The weather hasn’t fully turned on us yet, the calendar is packed, and there’s something for everyone this week, whether you’re chasing a water circus, a fashion exhibition, or a plate of green curry that doesn’t require a flight to Bangkok.

Here’s your quick guide to the best events happening in Qatar from May 3 to May 9, 2026. Save it, share it, and pick your weekend plans.

1. Zinatha 8th Edition at Galleria Al Hazm

Zinatha 8th Edition at Galleria Al Hazm

A celebration of Arab and Khaleeji women, Zinatha is back with its eighth edition. Expect a curated lineup of fashion, beauty, bridal wear, and accessories from regional designers, all under the marble arches of Doha’s most photogenic mall.

  • Dates: May 6 to 13, 2026
  • Location: Galleria Al Hazm, Al Markhiya Street
  • Timings: 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM
  • Entry: Free
  • Website: alhazm.com
  • Instagram: @zinathaexhibition

2. Contemporary Graphic Art Exhibition at Katara

Contemporary Graphic Art Exhibition at Katara

A group exhibition by artists from Qatar and across the Arab region, showcasing hand-printing techniques and works inspired by Gulf heritage. If you’re into prints, ink, and slow art-viewing, this one’s for you.

  • Dates: May 4 to 18, 2026
  • Location: Katara Cultural Village, Building 18, Hall 2
  • Timings: 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Entry: Free
  • Website: katara.net
  • Instagram: @kataraqatar

3. Tuesday Running Program at Mina Park

Tuesday Running Program at Mina Park

Fit Island Qatar is running a three-month structured program every Tuesday until the end of June. It’s built around consistency, pacing, and personal goals, so it’s more focused than a casual group run but less intense than a competitive club. Mina Park makes a great backdrop, especially in the evenings.

  • Dates: April 7 to June 30, 2026 (every Tuesday)
  • Location: Mina Park, behind The Terminal, Old Doha Port
  • Booking: WhatsApp +974 6000 5499
  • Instagram: @fit.island.qa

4. The Fontana Show at Hyatt Plaza

The Fontana Show at Hyatt Plaza

Cirque du Liban’s first travelling water circus in the Middle East. Think aerialists, acrobatics, a musical dancing fountain, and full-on theatrical lighting in a purpose-built circus tent. It’s family-friendly and unlike anything else happening in Qatar right now.

5. Lusail Karting at Lusail International Circuit

Lusail Karting at Lusail International Circuit

If you’ve ever wanted to drive on a track that hosts Formula 1 and MotoGP, this is your chance. The 900m karting circuit runs 12-minute sessions in 270cc karts that hit 50 to 60 km/h. Bookings are online only and slots fill up fast on weekends.

  • Dates: Year-round, Wednesday to Saturday (until November 30, 2026)
  • Timings: 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM
  • Price: QAR 125 per 12-minute session
  • Age: 13 and above (minimum height 153cm)
  • Booking: lcsc.qa
  • Instagram: @lusailcircuit

6. Tajheezat Eid Al Adha Fair at DECC

Tajheezat Eid Al Adha Fair at DECC

The Eid prep fair to end all Eid prep fairs. Products from over 15 countries, from perfumes and abayas to home decor, accessories, and everyday essentials. It’s a one-stop shop for everything you need before the holiday hits.

  • Dates: April 23 to May 5, 2026
  • Location: Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre (DECC)
  • Timings: Sunday to Thursday 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, Friday 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM
  • Entry: Free
  • Website: decc.qa
  • Instagram: @qatarmarketeers

7. Thai Food Festival at Saffron, Banyan Tree Doha

Thai Food Festival at Saffron, Banyan Tree Doha

Part of the citywide ‘Together at the Table: Thailand & Qatar’ celebration, Saffron is one of 12 restaurants offering special Thai menus across Doha this fortnight. Banyan Tree’s signature Thai restaurant sits on the 24th floor with views to match the food.

  • Dates: April 22 to May 9, 2026
  • Location: Saffron, 24th floor, Banyan Tree Doha (La Cigale Mushaireb)
  • Reservations: Call +974 4410 3310 or WhatsApp +974 3992 0505
  • Website: banyantree.com/qatar/doha
  • Instagram: @saffrondoha

Quick Tips Before You Go

  • Book Fontana early. Weekend slots disappear first, especially in the Gold and Silver categories.
  • Karting fills up fast. Book your slot 2 to 3 days ahead for weekends.
  • Tajheezat closes May 5, so this is your last week to shop the Eid fair.
  • Thai Food Festival ends May 9, and reservations at Saffron are recommended on weekends.

May 2026 is one of the busier months on Qatar’s calendar, with Doha International Book Fair and more lined up later. But this week alone gives you exhibitions, art, food, motorsport, and a water circus, all within a 30-minute drive of each other.

For more weekly roundups, things to do in Qatar, and Doha lifestyle guides, follow People and Qatar on Instagram @peopleandqatar.

Self-Mastery with Yasser Al-Hozimey: A Free Talk at Qatar National Convention Centre

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Self-Mastery with Yasser Al-Hozimey: A Free Talk at Qatar National Convention Centre

Yasser Al-Hozimey in Doha: Self-Mastery Talk at QNCC on 12 May 2026

One of the Arab world’s most-followed voices in self-development is coming to Doha. On Tuesday, 12 May 2026, Saudi trainer and podcaster Yasser bin Badr Al-Hozimey will headline the next instalment of the Education City Speaker Series with a talk titled Self-Mastery, a 90-minute conversation on self-awareness, growth, and personal fulfilment.

The session takes place at the Al Mayassa Theatre, Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC) from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM.

Quick details

  • Event: Self-Mastery: A Talk with Yasser Al-Hozimey
  • Date: Tuesday, 12 May 2026
  • Time: 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM
  • Venue: Al Mayassa Theatre, QNCC, Education City
  • Audience: Open to all genders
  • Status: Fully booked on the official Education City portal at the time of writing
  • Registration page: educationcity.qa

Who is Yasser Al-Hozimey?

Yasser Al-Hozimey is a Saudi lecturer and certified trainer with over two decades of experience in self-development, human relations, and communication skills. He’s the host of the Arabic podcast Tadabbar and entered the Guinness World Records for the most-watched podcast episode globally, a Finjan podcast appearance that turned him into a household name across the Gulf. He’s also the author of The Strong Personality (الشخصية القوية), a widely read guide to self-confidence, self-acceptance, and identity.

His work tends to blend modern psychology with values-led, introspective frameworks, which is precisely the lens this Doha talk is expected to take.

What to expect from the Self-Mastery talk

The talk centres on a simple but loaded idea: when you slow down enough to look at yourself honestly, clarity follows, and clarity is what makes growth, success, and fulfilment possible. Expect themes around self-awareness, building a stable inner identity, communication, and the everyday habits that compound into long-term change. If you’ve followed his Tadabbar episodes, you’ll recognise the territory.

The event is fully booked: here’s what to do

Education City lists the event as fully booked, but a few options remain for anyone who missed registration:

  • Check back closer to the date. Cancellations on the Education City portal sometimes free up spots.
  • Follow Education City and Qatar Foundation on social media. Waitlist openings or livestream announcements are usually shared there first.
  • Watch for a recording. Many Education City Speaker Series talks are recorded and shared afterwards.
  • Explore the wider Series. The #ECSpeakerSeries hosts ongoing sessions with experts across disciplines, worth bookmarking if this format is your thing.

Why this talk matters for Doha

Doha’s appetite for high-quality public lectures has grown sharply over the past few years, and the Education City Speaker Series has become one of the most reliable platforms for it. Bringing in a speaker of Al-Hozimey’s regional pull, particularly for a free, public-facing talk, signals how seriously Qatar Foundation is investing in lifelong-learning content for residents and expats alike.

For anyone living in Doha and thinking seriously about personal growth, this is the kind of evening that’s worth showing up for.

John Legend Doha 2026: New Concert Date, QNCC Tickets & Refunds

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John Legend Doha 2026: New Concert Date, QNCC Tickets & Refunds

Visit Qatar’s “An Evening with John Legend: An Evening of Songs & Stories” has officially been rescheduled. Here’s everything ticket holders and new buyers need to know.

If you were counting down to John Legend in Doha this April, mark a new date in your calendar. The Grammy and EGOT-winning superstar’s much-anticipated Qatar concert has been officially rescheduled to Thursday, 10 September 2026 at the Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC).

The show, presented by Visit Qatar and titled An Evening of Songs & Stories, was originally scheduled for 17 April 2026 at the Qatar National Convention Centre. The new September date now slots the concert into Visit Qatar’s Hala Summer 2026 campaign, a five-month tourism push running from May through the end of September.

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What ticket holders need to know

If you’ve already bought tickets, you don’t need to do anything. Your booking automatically rolls over to the new date. Ticket holders are advised to retain their tickets, which will remain valid for the rescheduled date, and Platinumlist has confirmed all existing bookings will be transferred automatically.

Can’t make the new date? Customers who are unable to attend on the new date may request a refund by 31 May 2026 via an official online form.

Buying tickets for the new date

For anyone who hasn’t booked yet, tickets are still available via Platinumlist, with prices starting from QAR 195 (Bronze category).

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Ticket categories:

  • Bronze: QAR 195
  • Silver: QAR 350
  • Gold: QAR 550
  • Premium: QAR 800
  • VIP Lounge (2 pax): QAR 3,000
  • VVIP Lounge (6 pax): QAR 6,000

Concert details at a glance

  • New date: Thursday, 10 September 2026
  • Venue: Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC), Conference Halls 3 & 4
  • Doors: 7:00 PM (pre-function)
  • Presented by: Visit Qatar
  • Tickets: Available on Platinumlist (existing tickets remain valid)
  • Age restrictions: No entry for children under 12. Guests under 16 must be accompanied by an adult aged 21+.

What’s on in Doha This Weekend? Your Full May 1-2 Event Guide

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What’s on in Doha This Weekend? Your Full May 1-2 Event Guide

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)

Fontana Circus Qatar

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)

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)

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)

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)

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.

12 Parks in Qatar That Are Actually Worth Your Weekend

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12 Parks in Qatar That Are Actually Worth Your Weekend

Everyone has a favourite park in Doha. The question is which one earns the spot, and for what.

We tested 12 of the most popular parks in Qatar across what actually matters: shade, kid-friendliness, walkability, food nearby, and whether you’d want to go back on a Friday afternoon. Here’s the honest ranking.

1. Al Bidda Park

Al Bidda Park

The biggest, the busiest, the only pet-friendly one. If you’ve got a dog, this is your park, full stop. Al Bidda has 1.25 million square metres of green space along the Corniche, an actual amphitheatre, basketball courts, and the only dedicated dog park in Qatar (L’Arche). Underground parking for 6,000 cars means you’ll always find a spot. Best for: dog walkers, joggers, big family picnics.

Al Bidda Park

2. Aspire Park

Aspire Park

Qatar’s biggest urban park. The lake, the Torch tower at sunset, the joggers doing laps at 6am. Aspire is what most people picture when they hear “park in Doha.” Bring a kite, rent a paddle boat, eat at one of the cafés. Best for: lazy weekend mornings.

3. MIA Park

MIA Park

Probably the most photographed. The Museum of Islamic Art behind you, the dhow harbour and skyline in front. Richard Serra’s “7” sculpture, food trucks on weekends, and trampolines for the kids. Best for: visitors, golden hour walks, that one shot of Doha you’ll send your family.

4. Crescent Park (Lusail)

Crescent Park (Lusail)

The newest entry on this list and genuinely impressive. 275,000 square metres in Lusail with traditional-style irrigation rivers, tennis and basketball courts, restaurants, and direct tram access. Quieter than Al Bidda because Lusail residents are still discovering it. Best for: a Friday morning walk before brunch in Lusail.

5. Hotel Park

Hotel Park

Right behind the Sheraton, connected to the metro, walkable to the Corniche. Hotel Park gets dismissed as “just the green bit near West Bay” but the splash pad, the lake, and the cafés make it one of the most usable parks for families with small kids. Best for: post-school visits, weeknight wind-downs.

6. Oxygen Park

Oxygen Park

Education City, designed by AECOM, sunken jogging tracks lit at night. Oxygen Park is the runner’s park. Smooth tracks, no crowds, multi-purpose pitches. Best for: anyone training for something.

7. Al Gharrafa Park

Al Gharrafa Park

The only park in Qatar with air-conditioned jogging tracks. Yes, properly air-conditioned, kept at 26 to 28 degrees year-round using solar power. Game-changer in July. Best for: summer joggers and parents who refuse to give up outdoor time during heatwaves.

Al Gharrafa Park

8. Katara Hills

Katara Hills

Most people walk past Katara Cultural Village without realising the hills behind it are technically a park. 361,500 square metres of trees, walking paths, and views over Katara Beach. Quieter than the popular ones. Best for: a slow walk and a coffee at one of the Katara cafés afterwards.

9. Al Muntazah Park

Al Muntazah Park

The only park on this list with actual rides. Al Muntazah has the Island of Legends, a small water-park section, and adventure attractions. It blurs the line between park and amusement park, which works if you’ve got bored kids and an afternoon to fill. Best for: school holidays.

10. 5/6 Park

5/6 Park

The newest park aesthetic in Doha. Murals, art installations, a plant maze shaped like the map of Qatar, and pet-friendly. 5/6 feels designed for Instagram, which is not a criticism. Best for: a different kind of weekend walk, dog owners outside Al Bidda.

11. Al Rayyan Park

Al Rayyan Park

Honest take: it’s a solid neighbourhood park if you live in Al Rayyan, but it’s not a destination. Decent playgrounds, walking tracks, family-friendly. Best for: locals.

12. Umbrella Park

Umbrella Park

Located outside the Qatar Post building, the Umbrella Plaza park is designed to look like three interconnected Qatari postage stamps. It’s one of those Instagrammable parks in Doha that you’re sure to love taking pictures at. And by the time you get that perfect shot, your fitness bestie can take a round on the 900m jogging track and a 1.5km long cycle path.

Opposite Qatar Post, Al Corniche.

So which is the best park in Qatar?

If we had to pick one: Al Bidda Park. Size, variety, location, the pet-friendly factor, and the fact that you can spend an entire day there without running out of things to do.

But honestly, the right answer depends on what you’re trying to do. Going for a run? Oxygen or Al Gharrafa. Taking visitors? MIA. Bringing the dog? Al Bidda. Want something quieter? Crescent or Katara Hills.

Qatar has 149 official public parks. These 12 are the ones worth planning your weekend around.

Every Park in Qatar: The Complete List (Famous, Hidden, and In Between)

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Every Park in Qatar: The Complete List (Famous, Hidden, and In Between)

Qatar has 149 official public green spaces under the Ministry of Municipality (120 public parks, 25 plazas, and 4 corniches), with a target of 160 in the near future. Most “best parks” lists give you the same 10 names. This is the long version: the famous ones everyone knows, plus the neighbourhood parks, plazas, and corniches that almost no one writes about.

Organised by municipality, with notes on what’s actually there.

The icons (the ones every guide mentions)

These are the parks you’ve probably already heard of. Worth listing first so the rest of the article makes sense.

  • Aspire Park: 88 hectares in Al Waab. Artificial lake, jogging tracks, the Torch tower at one end. Qatar’s largest urban park.
  • Al Bidda Park: 1.25 million sqm along the Corniche. Pet-friendly (the only one with a dedicated dog park, L’Arche). Underground parking for 6,000 cars.
  • MIA Park: wraps around the Museum of Islamic Art on the bay. Richard Serra’s “7” sculpture, kite flying, food trucks, dhow views.
  • Hotel Park: behind the Sheraton at the north end of the Corniche. Connects to the metro.
  • Oxygen Park: 32 acres at Education City. Designed by AECOM, sunken jogging tracks, lit at night.
  • Souq Waqif Garden / Park: flower beds and lawns, walkable from Souq Waqif itself.
  • Al Rumailah Park: opposite the Corniche, open 24 hours, no fence.
  • Sheraton Park: the green strip between the Sheraton and the Corniche, with the “Smiling Park” lawns.

Doha Municipality

  • 5/6 Park (Onaiza): 107,000 sqm with a plant maze shaped like the map of Qatar
  • Al Abraj Park (West Bay, Al Bidda Street): giant chessboard, 130 species of trees
  • Al Bidda Park
  • Al Rumailah Park
  • Al Bidaa Family Park
  • Hotel Park
  • MIA Park
  • Oxygen Park
  • Sheraton Park
  • Souq Waqif Park
  • Souq Waqif Garden (the flower-bed park near Al Wakrah souq is a different one, covered below)
  • Aspire Park
  • Dahl Al Hamam Park: a popular Madinat Khalifa park with a sunken running loop
  • Al Khalidiya Park
  • Al Mansoura Park
  • Al Mirqab Park
  • Najma Park
  • Al Sadd Park
  • Bin Mahmoud Park
  • Old Airport Park
  • Mathar Al Qadeem Park
  • Mushaireb Park / Plaza
  • Al Asmakh Plaza
  • Post Office Park (where the millionth tree was planted in 2022)
  • Onaiza 71 Park
  • Doha Corniche (one of Qatar’s four corniches)

Al Rayyan Municipality

  • Al Aziziya Family Park
  • Al Gharrafa Park: Qatar’s first park with air-conditioned jogging tracks
  • Al Waab Park
  • Muaither Park
  • Al Rayyan Park
  • Al Shafi Park
  • Education Above All (EAA) Park
  • Al Thameed Park (opened December 2024): 15,747 sqm
  • Al Sudan Park (opened December 2024): 2,303 sqm
  • Bani Hajer Park
  • New Rayyan Park
  • Fereej Bin Mahmoud-style Rayyan plazas (multiple smaller plazas spread across the municipality)
  • Al Themaid Park
  • Luaib Park (near Education City)

Al Wakra Municipality

  • Al Wakrah Family Park
  • Souq Al Wakrah Garden: the flower-bed park at the souq entrance
  • Al Wukair Park
  • Mesaieed Park
  • Al Wakrah Corniche (one of the four corniches)
  • Mesaieed Family Park
  • Al Mashaf Park
  • Sealine Beach Park area
  • Barwa Al Baraha Park
  • Al Kheesa Park (small neighbourhood park)

Al Khor & Al Thakhira Municipality

  • Al Bayt Stadium Park: 1.33 million sqm, lake, 4.4 km running track
  • Al Khor Park & Zoo (Al Tawasul Traditional Park): includes the Panda House Park with Suhail and Thuraya
  • Al Khor Corniche
  • Simaisma Olympic Park
  • Al Thakhira Park
  • Al Khor Family Park
  • Rawdat Al Hamama Public Park: opened 2024, 176,000 sqm

Umm Salal Municipality

  • Umm Salal Mohammed Park
  • Umm Salal Ali Park
  • Al Kharaitiyat Park
  • Izghawa Park
  • Simaisma direction parks (multiple smaller plazas)

Al Daayen Municipality

  • Lusail Crescent Park: 275,000 sqm, Lusail’s only public park, irrigated with recycled water
  • Lusail Marina Park
  • Lusail Boulevard plazas
  • Al Kheesa Park
  • Bu Fasseela Park
  • Wadi Al Banat Park
  • Leabaib Park
  • Al Egla Park

Al Shahaniya Municipality

  • Abu Nakhla Park
  • Al Shahaniya Family Park
  • Rawdat Rashed Park
  • Bu Sidra Park

Al Shamal Municipality

  • Al Ruwais Park
  • Al Shamal Family Park
  • Al Ghariya area parks
  • Madinat Al Shamal Park

Specialist parks worth knowing about

These don’t always get listed alongside the family parks but they’re real public green spaces:

  • Qur’anic Botanic Garden (Education City): only botanic garden in the world dedicated to plants mentioned in the Quran and Hadith
  • Katara Hills (Northern and Southern Hills): 361,500 sqm of meadows around Katara Cultural Village
  • Barzan Olympic Park: sports-focused, courts and floor chess
  • Aspire Zone parks (multiple smaller zones inside the wider Aspire complex)
  • Baladna Park: at the dairy farm in the north, with the milking-process viewing
  • Al Legtaifiya Park: Qatar’s first fully accessible inclusive playground
  • Muglina Unit Park
  • Al Maha Island parks: manicured grounds on Lusail’s Al Maha Island
  • Education Above All Hotel Park

The four corniches (officially counted as parks)

  1. Doha Corniche: 7 km along the bay
  2. Al Khor Corniche
  3. Al Wakrah Corniche
  4. Al Shamal Corniche (the smallest of the four)

A note on the count

Public sources put the number at 149 (as of December 2024), with plans to reach 160. The Ministry of Municipality does not publish a single consolidated public list with every park named. Many of the smaller neighbourhood parks and plazas are referred to only by their Fereej (district) name on Google Maps and don’t appear in tourism guides at all. The list above covers every park I could verify by name across municipality records, news announcements, GIS data, and tourism sources.

If you want the absolute authoritative list including the unnamed neighbourhood plazas, the Ministry’s GIS portal at gisqatar.org.qa/parks is the official source. It plots every registered green space on a map.

Mega Sale at Mall of Qatar: Up to 70% OFF, 4 Days Only

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Mega Sale at Mall of Qatar: Up to 70% OFF, 4 Days Only

If you’ve been holding off on that purchase, this is your sign. The Mega Sale at Mall of Qatar is back, running April 29 to May 2, 2026, with discounts between 20% and 70% off across more than 100 stores.

Four days. That’s it.

What’s Actually on Sale

Pretty much everything. Fashion, beauty, electronics, home appliances, kids’ stuff, fragrances, footwear. The kind of sale where you walk in for one thing and leave with five. Big international names and local favourites are all in.

Quick Details

  • Dates: April 29 to May 2, 2026
  • Discount: 20% to 70% off
  • Where: Mall of Qatar, Al Rayyan
  • Stores taking part: 100+
  • Full list: mallofqatar.com.qa

Mall Hours

Sunday to Thursday, 10am to 10pm. Fridays open at 10am, close briefly at 11:30am, then reopen 1pm to midnight. Saturdays run 10am to 11pm.

A Few Honest Tips

Go early if you can. Day one is when the good sizes and the best pieces are still around. Make a rough list before you go. It sounds boring but it’ll save you an hour of wandering. And if you’re going on the weekend, plan a meal break or a movie at the cinema. The mall gets busy, and a sit-down helps.

Worth knowing: Mall of Qatar is part of the Ministry’s Shop with Confidence programme (License 16001), so the discounts are properly verified, not the inflated-then-discounted kind you sometimes get elsewhere.

This is the sale to actually show up for. Four days, 70% off, hundreds of brands under one roof. Once it’s done, it’s done, so plan your trip and go.

Visit mallofqatar.com.qa for the full participating stores list. T&Cs apply.

FAQs

  • When does the Mega Sale start?
    • April 29, 2026. It runs through May 2.
  • How much off?
    • Anywhere from 20% to 70%, depending on the store.
  • How many brands are part of it?
    • Over 100.
  • Online or in-store?
    • In-store, at participating retailers inside Mall of Qatar.

ROX Qatar Just Won Two GCC Awards. Now It’s Expanding to Syria.

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ROX Qatar Just Won Two GCC Awards. Now It’s Expanding to Syria.

ROX Qatar, a subsidiary of Al Rabban Automotive Group, has been awarded two prestigious honors by ROX Global in China for the second year in a row: Best Market Performance in the GCC and the Luxury Excellence Award for Marketing and Branding in the GCC. These achievements reflect the company’s sustained success and its strong position within the luxury automotive sector across the region.

These consecutive recognitions underscore ROX Qatar’s continued growth and leadership in the luxury SUV segment, driven by a commitment to innovation, exceptional customer experience, and a distinctive brand identity.

In addition to this milestone, Al Rabban Automotive Group announced the official signing of a strategic agreement with ROX Motors to initiate regional expansion into Syria. This step marks a significant move in the group’s broader vision to expand its footprint across key Middle Eastern markets and deliver premium mobility solutions to new customers.

Quarter-Final tickets for Amir Cup now on sale

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Quarter-Final tickets for Amir Cup now on sale

The road to the semi-finals starts now. Quarter-Final tickets for the Amir Cup are officially available, giving fans the chance to cheer for their teams live from the stands.

Secure your seat, enjoy the matchday atmosphere, and stand a chance to win exciting prizes.
Book now – Click here

Your Name in Landsat: How to Use NASA’s Satellite Name Generator (2026 Guide)

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Your Name in Landsat: How to Use NASA’s Satellite Name Generator (2026 Guide)

What if your name was already written on the planet, in rivers shaped like an “S,” coastlines bending into a “C,” lakes curling into an “O,” and you just needed a satellite to find it?

That’s Your Name in Landsat, a free NASA tool going viral around Earth Day 2026. Type any word, hit enter, and it spells your name using real satellite images of Earth.

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What it is

Your Name in Landsat is a free web tool from NASA and the U.S. Geological Survey. Each “letter” is a real coastline, river, glacier, or mountain that naturally resembles a character from A to Z.

The images come from the Landsat program, which has been photographing Earth since 1972. That’s the longest continuous space-based record of Earth’s land in existence. It’s basically a typeface made of planet Earth.

How to use it (in 4 steps)

  1. Go to science.nasa.gov/specials/your-name-in-landsat/
  2. Type your name (A to Z only) and press Enter
  3. Don’t love it? Press Enter again for a fresh combination
  4. Hover over each letter to see exactly where on Earth it was captured, then download or share via QR code

Why it’s blowing up right now

NASA’s Kennedy Space Center promoted the tool around Earth Day 2026, and it took off because:

  • Every refresh creates a unique image with different rivers and different countries
  • It’s instantly shareable on Instagram and X
  • Google’s Earth Day 2026 doodle used a similar concept, priming audiences for the idea

Fun fact: the tool actually launched in August 2024 for NASA’s Camp Landsat. Earth Day 2026 just made it mainstream.

Tips for a better result

  • Shorter words look cleaner. 4 to 6 letters fits best
  • Refresh aggressively. Some letters have a dozen variations
  • Screenshot the coordinates. They make the post way more interesting
  • Try your name, your nickname, and your initials. Pick the strongest layout.

The science underneath

The same satellites finding a river shaped like an “R” also track deforestation, glacier retreat, urban sprawl, and wildfire scars. NASA estimates Landsat contributed $25.6 billion to the U.S. economy in 2023, and all the imagery is free for public use.

So when you generate your name, you’re playing with the same dataset climate scientists rely on every day.

FAQs

Is it free? Yes. No login, no payment.

Does it work with non-English names? A to Z English characters only for now.

Why does it look different every refresh? Each letter has multiple satellite images. The tool randomizes the pick.

Can I use it commercially? Landsat imagery is generally public domain, but check NASA’s media guidelines for paid use.

Try it: Your Name in Landsat, NASA

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