Welcome to Marhaba’s Weekend Guide!
Discover Ramadan vibes in Doha this weekend! Explore Expo 2023 for fun and learning. Enjoy Katara’s Ramadan events with cool stuff to do. Find treats and decorations at the Pearl Ramadan Bazaar and Ramadan activities from different locations, such as Expo 2023 Doha, Aspire Zone, The Pearl, Education City, and more!
Explore the newest and best Happy Hour specials, as well as Friday and Saturday brunch events for you and your family to enjoy, recommended and chosen by our team, and guaranteed to be worth your time. Click on the accompanying image for additional details. If what you’re looking for is not on this list, please check our calendar for more events.
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Expo 2023 Doha
Until March 2024
Where: Al Bidda Park
10 am to 10 pm (please note that opening times for different zones vary)
FREE Entry
Why you should go: The Expo grounds are evolving into a vibrant display of innovation, sustainability, cultural exchange, and entertainment. It’s a lively centre that invites the world to a historic event, providing a diverse array of experiences for all visitors.
Pipilotti Rist: Electric Idyll at the Fire Station
Until 1 June
Where: Fire Station
Timings: 9 am – 7 pm
Prior booking required, click here
Why you should go: Conceived as a site-specific installation designed for Fire Station’s gallery spaces, the exhibition brings together historical works and new productions by the renowned Swiss-born artist.
Katara Ramadan Events 2024
Until 9 April
Where: Katara Cultural Village
Timings: Times vary depending on the event, Check out Katara.net.
Why you should go: The Cultural Village Foundation Katara is gearing up to present its range of Ramadan activities at Katara, featuring everything from Ramadan cannon firing to various competitions, lectures, exhibitions, and more! Check out their complete list at Katara.net.
The Pearl Ramadan Bazaar
Until 13 April
Where: 2 to 6 LA Croisette, Porto Arabia
Timings:
Weekdays: 8:30 pm – 1 am
Thursdays & Fridays- 8:30 pm – 2 am
Why you should go: The weather is ideal for a weekend walk. Visit the Pearl Ramadan Bazaar, your one-stop destination for everything you need for the holy month of Ramadan, from decorations to delicious traditional treats.
Ramadan Sports Festival
Until 27 March
Where: Aspire Zone
Timings: 9 :30 pm – midnight
Prior-registration required
Why you should go: The festival runs for 15 days, featuring 11 different activities to suit the interests of sports enthusiasts and active individuals of all ages.
Mahaseel Festival
Until 14 April
Where: Katara South Parking
Timings: 9 am – 9 pm
FREE Entry
Why you should go: Katara organises the 8th Mahaseel Festival 2024 for domestic goods picked from Qatar farms from 25 February -14 April.
The Sixth Dimension
Until 14 March
Where: Geekdom Building, Lusail Boulevard
3 pm – 11 pm
Ticket Prices:
QAR50- for age 12+
QAR25 below age 12
Why you should go: Every corner is a new adventure, and every turn is a discovery waiting to be made. Get ready to explore the various activities and exhibits that make The Sixth Dimension a first on the to-do list for any geek in Qatar
Shaaban and Ramadan Trade Fair
Until 15 March
Torba Farmers Market Season 7
Open daily until 31 March 2024
Where: Education City
8 am to 9 pm
Open to the public, pet-friendly
Why you should go: The Torba Farmers Market in Qatar stands out as the inaugural plastic-free market, renowned for its commitment to artisanal goods and advocacy for locally produced food. It acts as a vibrant hub where community members engage directly with local farmers and producers, fostering a lively exchange and promotion of locally sourced products.
Ramadan Sports Festival
Until 27 March
Where: Aspire Zone
Timings: 9 :30 pm – midnight
Prior-registration required
Why you should go: The festival runs for 15 days, featuring 11 different activities to suit the interests of sports enthusiasts and active individuals of all ages.
Share a Slice of Support at Torba Market
Every Saturday until 6 April
Where: Torba Market, Education City
8 pm to 1 am
FREE entry
Why you should go: This Ramadan, Torba Market is excited to bring you Slice of Support, a humanitarian night bazaar for the Palestinian cause in collaboration with the QF Alumni Office, VCUQatar, and Education Above All.
The Pearl Ramadan Bazaar
Until 13 April
Where: 2 to 6 LA Croisette, Porto Arabia
Timings:
Weekdays: 8:30 pm – 1 am
Thursdays & Fridays- 8:30 pm – 2 am
Why you should go: The weather is ideal for a weekend walk. Visit the Pearl Ramadan Bazaar, your one-stop destination for everything you need for the holy month of Ramadan, from decorations to delicious traditional treats.
Al Maraya Ramadan Bazaar
Until 31 March
Where: Doha Exhibition & Convention Center (DECC)
11 am to 3 pm
FREE entry
Why you should go: The Open Fair Souq is a retail exhibition featuring approximately 250 exhibitors from across the globe. Explore a wide array of items including abayas, carpets, food, jewellery, perfumes, clothes, shoes, toys, and more.
Shaaban and Ramadan Trade Fair
Until 15 March
Where: Katara Cultural Village
Timings: 10 am – 10 pm
FREE Entry
Why you should go: Explore an array of items available at the fair, including clothing, accessories, household items, and much more.
Katara Ramadan Events 2024
Until 9 April
Where: Katara Cultural Village
Timings: Times vary depending on the event, Check out Katara.net.
Why you should go: The Cultural Village Foundation Katara is gearing up to present its range of Ramadan activities at Katara, featuring everything from Ramadan cannon firing to various competitions, lectures, exhibitions, and more! Check out their complete list at Katara.net.
Fashioning an Empire: Textiles from Safavid Iran
Until 20 April 2024
Where: Museum of Islamic Arts
1:30 pm to 6 pm
FREE entry
Why you should go: Explore a captivating exhibition at Washington, DC’s Smithsonian National Museum of Asian Art, showcasing the historical significance of silk during Iran’s Safavid era (1501-1736 CE). Delve into this intriguing period, gaining unique insights into the profound influence of silk through this compelling display.
MIA Park Bazaar
Every Friday and Saturday, until 31 March 2024
Where: Museum of Islamic Art Park
2 pm – 9 pm
FREE entry
Why you should go: Explore exceptional discoveries and delightful cuisines made by Qatar’s varied communities. Whether you’re shopping, savouring diverse culinary treats, or relishing the great weather, take a leisurely walk amidst the park’s verdant surroundings for a delightful experience.
Torba Farmers Market Season 7
Open daily until 31 March 2024
Where: Education City
8 am to 9 pm
Open to the public, pet-friendly
Why you should go: The Torba Farmers Market in Qatar stands out as the inaugural plastic-free market, renowned for its commitment to artisanal goods and advocacy for locally produced food. It acts as a vibrant hub where community members engage directly with local farmers and producers, fostering a lively exchange and promotion of locally sourced products.
Pipilotti Rist: Electric Idyll at the Fire Station
Until 1 June
Where: Fire Station
Timings: 9 am – 7 pm
Prior booking required, click here
Why you should go: Conceived as a site-specific installation designed for Fire Station’s gallery spaces, the exhibition brings together historical works and new productions by the renowned Swiss-born artist.
Al Maraya Ramadan Bazaar
Until 31 March
Where: Doha Exhibition & Convention Center (DECC)
11 am to 3 pm
FREE entry
Why you should go: The Open Fair Souq is a retail exhibition featuring approximately 250 exhibitors from across the globe. Explore a wide array of items including abayas, carpets, food, jewellery, perfumes, clothes, shoes, toys, and more.
Ramadan Sports Festival
Until 27 March
Where: Aspire Zone
Timings: 9 :30 pm – midnight
Prior-registration required
Why you should go: The festival runs for 15 days, featuring 11 different activities to suit the interests of sports enthusiasts and active individuals of all ages.
Katara Ramadan Events 2024
Until 9 April
Where: Katara Cultural Village
Timings: Times vary depending on the event, Check out Katara.net.
Why you should go: The Cultural Village Foundation Katara is gearing up to present its range of Ramadan activities at Katara, featuring everything from Ramadan cannon firing to various competitions, lectures, exhibitions, and more! Check out their complete list at Katara.net.
The Pearl Ramadan Bazaar
Until 13 April
Where: 2 to 6 LA Croisette, Porto Arabia
Timings:
Weekdays: 8:30 pm – 1 am
Thursdays & Fridays- 8:30 pm – 2 am
Why you should go: The weather is ideal for a weekend walk. Visit the Pearl Ramadan Bazaar, your one-stop destination for everything you need for the holy month of Ramadan, from decorations to delicious traditional treats.
Doha Tennis Social @ Ritz Carlton
Every Saturday and Tuesday
Where: The Ritz-Carlton, Doha
7 pm to 9 pm
Entry Fee: QAR100
Why you should go: Organised by Mike Park and Pearl Tennis Social, this event is specifically tailored for tennis players at the INTERMEDIATE level. Experience mixed doubles games every Saturday and Tuesday. To join the weekly matches, simply become part of the group and reach out to Mike at 7052 6109 via call or WhatsApp to receive invitations.
Rush Action Park
Until 5 September 2024
Where: First floor at West Gate 3 of the Mall of Qatar
Timings:
Sat – Thu: 10 am to 10 pm
Friday: 1 pm to 10 pm
Why you should go: Rush is an adrenaline-packed action park at the Mall of Qatar. It revolutionises indoor entertainment with gamified experiences like chaser walls, a power climbing tower, a freedom arena, air mat football, and the Powerplay target system, offering a fresh take on beloved adventure games.
Torba Farmers Market Season 7
Open daily until 31 March 2024
Where: Education City
8 am to 9 pm
Open to the public, pet-friendly
Why you should go: The Torba Farmers Market in Qatar stands out as the inaugural plastic-free market, renowned for its commitment to artisanal goods and advocacy for locally produced food. It acts as a vibrant hub where community members engage directly with local farmers and producers, fostering a lively exchange and promotion of locally sourced products.
Pipilotti Rist: Electric Idyll at the Fire Station
Until 1 June
Where: Fire Station
Timings: 9 am – 7 pm
Prior booking required, click here
Why you should go: Conceived as a site-specific installation designed for Fire Station’s gallery spaces, the exhibition brings together historical works and new productions by the renowned Swiss-born artist.
Yoga and Sound Healing Retreat at Banana Island
Open daily until 31 March 2024
Where: Education City
9:30 am to 6 pm
Requires Online Registration.
Why you should go: Participate in a day-long getaway at Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara for yoga, meditation, and dining. This includes transportation, yoga by the beach, meditation sessions, lunch, access to the pool, and discounted spa services. Costs QAR 595 for an individual and QAR 1100 for a pair.