Cherish another weekend with your friends and family at the flower show or drive-in to the open cinemas at Lusail. We have listed a few events and activities happening around town for you to choose from. Also, remember to follow the Covid-19 precautionary measures set by MoPH.
Here is a list of interesting things happening in and around Doha.
Flower Festival
The festival showcases many local nurseries and provides an opportunity for gardening enthusiasts to buy saplings of various flowers.
When: Ongoing till 9 Feb 2021 (9am-9pm) (Friday timings were not specifically mentioned by Souq Waqif. Please contact the organisers before heading to the venue of Flower Festival.)
Where: Western Square – Souq Waqif
#PassGoQatar Monopoly Challenge by Qatar Museums
Qatar Museums (QM) has launched a new social media competition that encourages Qatar’s wider community to become local tourists and visit cultural destinations, public art locations and heritage sites. Participants will compete for a host of prizes, including the chance to win a VIP exhibition experience and dinner for two at one of QMs’ flagship restaurants
When: January 27 to February 17, 2021
Details: For registration, click here / register at IN-Q Gift Shops.
DFI - Drive-in cinema
Drive-in cinema invites audiences of all ages, featuring a selection of films from Disney classics to contemporary family favourites.
Matilda: Thursday, January 28, 2021, 6:30pm
The Breadwinner: Friday, January 29, 2021, 6:30pm
Kiki’s Delivery Service: Saturday, January 30, 2021, 6:30pm
Details: For tickets and more info, click here
Al Khor Carnival
The festival entrance to the carnival is free for all and features fun rides, cultural activities, inflatable park and shopping for the entire family, the Al Khor Carnival will have special shows and visual displays. There will be a charge of QR10 for the rides and QR100 for special shows.
When: On going till February 6, 2021 (12pm-10pm)
Where: Al Bayt Stadium
Grey times
The exhibition is a collective display of the works of artists who took part in Fire Station’s latest Artist in Residence programme, and includes artwork created by alumni and faculty from Virginia Commonwealth University School of the Arts in Qatar (VCUarts Qatar), a Qatar Foundation partner university.
When: Ongoing till July 24
Where: Fire Station’s Garage Gallery.
“Process” exhibition
This exhibition showcases varied collections of four diverse visual artists with different backgrounds.
When: Ongoing until March 18 (Saturday to Thursday, from 9am to 7pm)
Where: Katara Art Centre
International Art Exhibition at Doha Festival City
Celebrate international artworks by artists from around the world at International Art Exhibition, representing Qatar, Russia, Denmark and India among others.
Where: Ground Floor, Doha Festival City
When: On until February 28, 2021
Damascus, Levant Exhibition - Katara
In cooperation with the Embassy of Syria in Doha, “Damascus, Levant” Exhibition by The Artist/ Salah Eddin Al Bizri
Where: Building 18, Gallery 2 Doha
When: On until January 29, 2021; 10am-10pm
Marmi Festival 2021
The festival, organised by Qatar Al Gannas Society, Marmi Festival is considered one of the important features of the original Qatari culture. It presents various aspects of tradition and heritage, and this festival is aimed at reviving them among the new generations.
Where: Mesaieed (Sealine)
When: On until January 31, 2021; 4pm-8pm
Mal Lawal 3 Cars
Classic cars edition is exhibited at Mal Lawal 3, a unique platform that celebrates collecting and bringing together private collectors from Qatar to showcase their collectibles. This time the exhibition has cars from two established local car collectors.
When: On until August 1; 9am to 7pm (Friday 1:30pm to 7pm)
Where: National Museum of Qatar
Torba Farmers Market
The popular market is back at Ceremonial Court in Qatar Foundation with the Covid-19 precautionary measures in place. Offering a wide range of products including freshly-baked goods, fruits, vegetables, homemade preserves, syrups, and handicrafts, the market is a hit among the community.
Where: Ceremonial Court in Qatar Foundation.
When: Only on Saturdays from 8am to 5pm, until April
Details: For more info, click here
Tasty Street
Tasty Street Qatar, a drive-thru food festival organised at Katara with over 300 food kiosks. The event will be held until March 2021.
Where: Katara Shakespeare Street
When: Ongoing until 31 March 2021, (3 pm – Midnight)
Details: For more info, click here
SOURCE: THEPENINSULAQATAR