10 Things to Do in Qatar This Week: August 30 to September 5, 2026
Hala Summer officially wraps up this Sunday, but Doha doesn’t slow down for a second. This week the 15th Arabian Women Exhibition opens at the DECC with over 200 designers and luxury brands, Qatar Event Show launches as Qatar’s first-ever event industry exhibition, the Qatar Cup semi-finals kick off with Al Sadd facing Al Gharafa, and Virtuocity Battleground opens a month-long e-gaming competition with a USD 200,000 prize pool at Doha Festival City. Add Colorverse at Katara still running, the Doha Bank Stars League wrapping up its final matches, and MOQ Fit Club still going through September, and this is a genuinely full week.
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Here is everything happening in Qatar from August 30 to September 5, 2026.
1. Arabian Women Exhibition 2026 at DECC (August 31 to September 5)
The 15th edition of the Arabian Women Exhibition returns to the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center, and this year it is bigger than ever. Over 200 regional and international designers, entrepreneurs, and lifestyle brands from Qatar, the GCC, and across the Arab world come together for the Gulf’s most anticipated women’s fashion and luxury showcase. High-end fashion, bespoke accessories, artisanal crafts, and contemporary lifestyle collections all under one roof at the DECC.
The opening day on August 31 is open to everyone, men and women. From September 1 onwards, the exhibition is ladies only.
Dates: August 31 to September 5, 2026 Opening day: August 31, 5:30 PM to 10:00 PM (men and women welcome) Remaining days: September 1 to 5, 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM (ladies only) Friday: 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM Location: Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC), West Bay Entry: Free Phone: +974 6671 2277 Website: vogueevents.qa Instagram: @vogueeventqatar
2. Qatar Event Show 2026 at DECC (September 1 to 3)
Qatar’s first ever exhibition dedicated to the events and MICE industry opens this week, making it a landmark moment for the sector. More than 50 exhibitors, over 5,000 expected delegates, and a full programme of conferences, seminars, workshops, live demonstrations, and networking sessions across three days at the DECC. Speakers include the CEOs of UFI, DECC, and Oman Convention Centre, alongside senior leaders from ICCA, IAEE MENA, and Dubai World Trade Centre. Free to attend and highly relevant for anyone working in events, hospitality, marketing, or business development in Qatar.
Dates: September 1 to 3, 2026 Time: 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM daily Location: Doha Exhibition and Convention Center, West Bay Entry: Free Website: qatareventshow.com Instagram: @qatareventshow | Hashtag #qes2026 Organiser contact: Karim Raffoul | +974 5006 7407 | [email protected]
3. Qatar Cup 2026: Semi-Finals (September 1)
Qatari football is back and it starts with a bang. The Qatar Cup 2026 semi-finals take place on September 1 at Khalifa International Stadium and Jassim Bin Hamad Stadium, with Al Sadd facing Al Gharafa and Al Shamal taking on Al Rayyan. Two big derbies, four traditional clubs, and the kind of atmosphere that reminds you why football in Qatar is worth showing up for. The final is December 11.
Date: Tuesday, September 1, 2026 Semi-finals: Al Sadd vs Al Gharafa | Al Shamal vs Al Rayyan Locations: Khalifa International Stadium and Jassim Bin Hamad Stadium Tickets: From QAR 20 Instagram: @qsl_official | @qfa
4. Virtuocity Battleground Qatar 2026 at Doha Festival City (Starts September 1)
One of the Gulf’s biggest e-gaming events opens this month. Virtuocity Battleground Qatar 2026 runs all of September at Virtuocity in Doha Festival City’s South Food Court, with a USD 200,000 prize pool across seven games. Qualifiers and live finals, open to both competitive gamers and spectators. Free to attend as a spectator. This is the kind of event that draws serious crowds in the evenings and across weekends.
Dates: September 1 to 30, 2026 Location: Virtuocity, South Food Court, Doha Festival City Entry: Free (spectators) Instagram: @virtuocityqa | @dohafestcity
5. Doha Bank Stars League 2026-27 (Final Days, Until September 5)
The Doha Bank Stars League wraps up its opening round of matches this week. Twelve clubs are competing for the title across multiple stadiums. Tickets from QAR 10 making this one of the most accessible live football experiences in Doha.
Until: September 5, 2026 Locations: Multiple stadiums across Qatar Tickets: From QAR 10 Instagram: @qsl_official
6. Hala Summer Shopping Festival (Final Days, Closes August 31)
Today is the last day. The Hala Summer Shopping Festival, running across malls and restaurants across Qatar since August 1, closes tonight. If you have been holding off on checking the weekly raffle or grabbing those promotions, Sunday is your final chance.
Closes: Sunday, August 31, 2026 Location: Participating malls and restaurants across Qatar Entry: Free (minimum mall spend for raffle entries) Instagram: @visitqatar
7. Hala Summer Character Activations Across Qatar (Until September 30)
Even after the shopping festival closes, the character activations continue through September 30. Free with minimum mall spend where noted.
Mr Bean at Al Hazm | Barbie at City Center Doha (QAR 100 receipt) | Moana at Doha Festival City | Pixar at Place Vendôme 2nd Floor (QAR 100 spend, up to 3 kids) | Avengers at Mall of Qatar | Fruit Ninja at Villagio | Tiny Builders at Doha Mall | Astroverse at The Pearl and Gewan Island | The Funcade at Landmark Mall | Tiny Treats at West Walk
8. Colorverse Experience at Katara (Until September 15)
Still the most complete immersive family attraction in Doha. Seven interactive zones, 35 to 45 minutes of story-driven adventure, daily science experiments, character meet-and-greets, a creativity workshop, and an on-site cafe. Maximum 15 visitors per session, minimum age 4. Children with special needs enter free.
Running until: September 15, 2026 Time: Weekdays 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM | Weekends 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM Location: South Parking, Katara Cultural Village Tickets: Sunday to Wednesday QAR 35 | Thursday to Saturday QAR 55 Booking: Platinumlist Full guide: Colorverse Experience Doha 2026
9. MOQ Fit Club at Mall of Qatar (Until September 19)
Free professionally coached fitness sessions at Mall of Qatar six days a week. HIIT, functional training, core, cardio, and Saturday community runs. Step challenge leaderboard via QSFA app with weekly prizes and a Grand Finale Race coming in September.
Running until: September 19, 2026 Location: Activation Area and Oasis Stage, Mall of Qatar Entry: Free (Fit Island app for classes, QSFA app for step challenge) Website: mallofqatar.com.qa
10. Beat the Heat Race Series (Until September 11)
Qatar’s indoor treadmill race series enters its final two weeks. Check @qatarultrarunners for this week’s race date and venue. Register via the QSFA app.
Running until: September 11, 2026 Venues: Virgin Active, StrongBox, Strive Fitness, The Spotlight Fitness, Place Vendôme, and others Register: QSFA app Instagram: @qatarultrarunners
Quick Picks for the Week
Fashion and design? Arabian Women Exhibition at DECC, opens Sunday August 31. Free.
Events industry? Qatar Event Show at DECC, September 1 to 3. Qatar’s first. Free.
Football? Qatar Cup semi-finals on September 1. Al Sadd vs Al Gharafa. From QAR 20.
Gamer? Virtuocity Battleground opens September 1 at Doha Festival City. USD 200,000 prize pool.
Last day of Hala Summer Shopping? August 31. Final raffle and promotions close tonight.
Immersive family day? Colorverse at Katara. From QAR 35. Open until September 15.
Stay fit? MOQ Fit Club at Mall of Qatar daily, free.
That’s your week sorted. For more weekly roundups, things to do in Qatar, and Doha lifestyle guides, follow People and Qatar on Instagram @peopleandqatar.
FAQ: Things to Do in Qatar August 30 to September 5, 2026
What is the Arabian Women Exhibition 2026?
The 15th Arabian Women Exhibition is a free fashion and lifestyle showcase at the DECC featuring over 200 regional and international designers and brands. The opening day on August 31 is open to everyone. From September 1 to 5 it is ladies only. Open daily from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
What is Qatar Event Show 2026?
Qatar Event Show 2026 is Qatar’s first dedicated exhibition for the events and MICE industry, running September 1 to 3 at the DECC. Over 50 exhibitors, 5,000 expected delegates, and a full conference and workshop programme. Free entry. Visit qatareventshow.com.
When are the Qatar Cup 2026 semi-finals?
The Qatar Cup semi-finals take place on September 1, 2026. Al Sadd plays Al Gharafa and Al Shamal faces Al Rayyan. Tickets start from QAR 20 at Khalifa International Stadium and Jassim Bin Hamad Stadium.
What is Virtuocity Battleground Qatar 2026?
Virtuocity Battleground Qatar 2026 is a month-long e-gaming competition at Virtuocity in Doha Festival City’s South Food Court, running all of September with a USD 200,000 prize pool across seven games. Spectators can attend free.
