Events to Check Out in Qatar This Week: 1–8 November 2026

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Nov 1, 2026
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Events to Check Out in Qatar This Week: 1–8 November 2026

Qatar’s events calendar for 1–8 November 2026 brings together international sports championships, live music, exhibitions, design programmes, cultural activities and family entertainment. Highlights include the ISSF World Championship, FIP World Cup Qatar, Qatar Boat Show, Design Doha Biennial and the MotoGP Qatar Airways Grand Prix.

Museums, libraries, cultural venues and community spaces are also hosting workshops, talks, performances and exhibitions. The programme includes one-day activities, events continuing through the week and longer-running exhibitions that remain open after 8 November.

Qatar Sustainability Week 2026

Qatar Sustainability Week 2026, held from 31 October to 7 November, brings a nationwide programme of environmental awareness and sustainability activities led by Earthna in collaboration with the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change. The initiative involves residents, schools, organisations and businesses across Qatar. Activities take place at locations across the country, focusing on environmental responsibility and sustainable practices. Programmes run between 6:00 AM and 9:30 PM depending on the activity. Public activities are free, with registration required for selected sessions through Earthna.

Location: Various locations across Qatar

Date: 31 October–7 November 2026

Time: 6:00 AM–9:30 PM, depending on activity

Access: Free public activities, some requiring registration via Earthna website

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Gulf U-17 Cup Qatar 2026

The Gulf U-17 Cup Qatar 2026 brings youth national football teams from the Gulf region together for a tournament running from 16 October to 4 November. The closing matches are played at Grand Hamad Stadium and Hamad bin Khalifa Stadium in Doha. The semi-finals take place on 1 November at 5:45 PM and 8:15 PM, followed by the final on 4 November at 5:45 PM. Match tickets cost QAR 15 and are sold through the Road to Qatar ticketing website.

Location: Grand Hamad Stadium and Hamad bin Khalifa Stadium

Date: 16 October–4 November 2026

Time: 1 November, semi-finals: 5:45 PM and 8:15 PM. 4 November, final: 5:45 PM

Access: QAR 15 via Road to Qatar ticketing website

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ISSF World Championship Rifle / Pistol / Shotgun 2026

The ISSF World Championship Rifle, Pistol and Shotgun 2026 is an international shooting sports championship staged at Lusail Shooting Range. Athletes compete in rifle, pistol and shotgun disciplines under the International Shooting Sport Federation programme. The world championship runs from 1 to 14 November 2026, bringing international shooting competitions to Qatar. The public visiting window is 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and spectator entry is free, while exact competitions and qualifying rounds follow the official discipline-by-discipline schedule.

Location: Lusail Shooting Range

Date: 1–14 November 2026

Time: 8:00 AM–7:00 PM

Access: Free entry

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Kiara Winter Fashion Exhibition 2026

Kiara Winter Fashion Exhibition 2026 is a seasonal fashion and shopping exhibition held at Qatar National Convention Centre. The event takes place in Exhibition Hall 7 and adds a retail-focused experience to Doha’s early November events calendar. The QNCC programme lists the exhibition from 1 to 6 November 2026. The event forms part of the Doha fashion and shopping exhibitions taking place in early November.

Location: Exhibition Hall 7, Qatar National Convention Centre

Date: 1–6 November 2026

Time: From 10:00 AM

Access: Admission information via QNCC event page

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Around the World in Jewellery

Around the World in Jewellery is an exhibition at M7 in Doha, presented by Qatar Museums in collaboration with L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts. The presentation examines jewellery through cultural traditions, craftsmanship and design. Open from 27 October to 26 December 2026, the exhibition gives visitors a way to explore jewellery history and artistic practice in an international context. The show is presented at M7 in Msheireb Downtown Doha.

Location: M7, Msheireb Downtown Doha

Date: 27 October–26 December 2026

Time: During M7 opening hours

Access: Exhibition admission via Qatar Museums website

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Ektashif Uzbekistan

Ektashif Uzbekistan is an exhibition at the Museum of Islamic Art in Doha associated with the cultural heritage of Uzbekistan. It invites visitors to learn about artistic and historical themes connected to Central Asia. The exhibition is part of the museum’s autumn 2026 programme and remains on display until 28 November. It can be visited alongside other museum exhibitions, with admission through the museum.

Location: Museum of Islamic Art

Date: 3 September–28 November 2026

Time: During museum opening hours

Access: Included with Museum of Islamic Art admission via Qatar Museums website

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ERDEM: About Time, About Her

ERDEM: About Time, About Her is a fashion exhibition at M7 in Msheireb Downtown Doha, focusing on the creative world of fashion designer Erdem. The exhibition adds an international fashion perspective to Qatar’s cultural calendar. The M7 presentation runs from 27 October to 26 December 2026. The exhibition forms part of the cultural programme at M7 in Msheireb Downtown Doha.

Location: M7, Msheireb Downtown Doha

Date: 27 October–26 December 2026

Time: During M7 opening hours

Access: Exhibition admission via Qatar Museums website

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Giuseppe Penone: The Inner Flow of Life

Giuseppe Penone: The Inner Flow of Life is a contemporary art exhibition at the National Museum of Qatar exploring ideas drawn from nature and the relationship between people and the natural world. It features the work of Italian artist Giuseppe Penone. The exhibition opened on 26 October 2026 and continues until February 2027. Visitors to the National Museum of Qatar can include the exhibition as part of the museum’s wider cultural programme, with admission through Qatar Museums.

Location: National Museum of Qatar

Date: 26 October 2026–13 February 2027

Time: During museum opening hours

Access: Included with National Museum of Qatar admission via Qatar Museums website

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Lusail Winter Wonderland

Lusail Winter Wonderland is a seasonal theme park attraction on Al Maha Island in Lusail, offering a destination for family outings and leisure during Qatar’s cooler months. The attraction combines rides and entertainment within a large outdoor park. The 2026–27 season opened on 22 October and continues into March 2027. Admission is offered via Platinumlist, with entry tickets priced from QAR 75.

Location: Al Maha Island, Lusail

Date: 22 October 2026–21 March 2027

Time: During attraction opening hours

Access: From QAR 75 via Platinumlist website

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Tasweer Residency: As the Image Unfolds – The Language of Athar

Tasweer Residency: As the Image Unfolds – The Language of Athar is a photography and visual-art presentation associated with the Tasweer programme in Qatar. The exhibition takes place at Tasweer Studios in Bayt Al Wakrah. The presentation spans the beginning of November 2026 and explores artistic approaches to imagery and traces of memory or place. The presentation forms part of Qatar’s contemporary photography and visual arts programme.

Location: Tasweer Studios, Bayt Al Wakrah

Date: 31 October–15 December 2026

Time: During exhibition opening hours

Access: Admission information via Qatar Museums website

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Uzbekistan: Heritage in Motion

Uzbekistan: Heritage in Motion is a cultural exhibition at the Museum of Islamic Art showcasing aspects of Uzbekistan’s heritage. The presentation explores historical and artistic connections through objects and exhibition material. The exhibition is open during the first week of November 2026 and remains on view until 28 November. It is suitable for visitors interested in Islamic art, Central Asian cultural history and museum exhibitions in Doha.

Location: Museum of Islamic Art

Date: 3 September–28 November 2026

Time: During museum opening hours

Access: Included with Museum of Islamic Art admission via Qatar Museums website

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What Lingers in the Artist's Mind: The Experiments and Legacies of the Baghdad Modern Art Group

What Lingers in the Artist's Mind explores the experiments and legacy of the Baghdad Modern Art Group at Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art. The exhibition examines an important period of modern artistic practice and the development of art in the Arab region. The presentation opened in October 2026 and continues through early February 2027. Museum visitors can encounter artistic works and historical context relating to the group as part of the Mathaf exhibitions programme.

Location: Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art

Date: 25 October 2026–6 February 2027

Time: During museum opening hours

Access: Included with Mathaf museum admission via Qatar Museums website

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FIP World Cup Qatar 2026

FIP World Cup Qatar 2026 brings international padel competition to the Khalifa International Tennis and Squash Complex in Doha. National teams compete in a world-level event organised within the International Padel Federation calendar. Spectators can follow matches across the tournament from 2 to 7 November 2026. The advertised visitor hours are 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM on 2–6 November and 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM on the final day, with grandstand tickets available through Ticky2. Tickets start at QAR 50 through the Ticky2 website.

Location: Khalifa International Tennis and Squash Complex

Date: 2–7 November 2026

Time: 2–6 November: 2:00 PM–11:00 PM. 7 November: 9:00 AM–11:00 PM

Access: From QAR 50 via Ticky2 website

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From Sand to Sand: Tracing 180 Years of the Finland–Arabia Cultural Bridge

From Sand to Sand: Tracing 180 Years of the Finland–Arabia Cultural Bridge is a cultural talk at Qatar National Library. The event examines the long history of contact and exchange between Finland and the Arab world. This one-hour Doha library event takes place on 2 November 2026 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM. It offers a chance to explore shared history, cultural encounters and international connections. Registration is provided through the official QNL events portal. Participation is free with registration through the Qatar National Library events portal.

Location: Qatar National Library

Date: 2 November 2026

Time: 6:00 PM–7:00 PM

Access: Free with registration via Qatar National Library events portal

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321 Museum West Bay Beach Football Experience

The 321 Museum West Bay Beach Football Experience is a free outdoor sports activity presented in connection with 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum. The activation brings football participation to West Bay Beach in Doha. The programme runs on selected days between 3 and 27 November 2026, including activities on 3 and 8 November. Public sessions are advertised from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM, and visitors do not need to register in advance.

Location: West Bay Beach

Date: 3–27 November 2026 (including sessions on 3 and 8 November)

Time: 3 and 8 November: 4:00 PM–7:00 PM

Access: Free; no registration required

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Your Privacy First: Essentials of Personal Data Protection

Your Privacy First: Essentials of Personal Data Protection is an awareness workshop presented online by Qatar National Library in collaboration with the National Cyber Security Agency. The session explores the importance of protecting personal information and understanding digital privacy. It is scheduled for Tuesday 3 November 2026 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM. The session is relevant to people interested in cyber awareness and safer use of digital services, with registration information available through the library event listings. Participation is free with registration through the Qatar National Library events portal.

Location: Online via Microsoft Teams

Date: 3 November 2026

Time: 12:00 PM–1:00 PM

Access: Free with registration via Qatar National Library events portal

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Al Shaqab International Arabian Horse Show 2026

Al Shaqab International Arabian Horse Show 2026 celebrates the beauty, heritage and breeding traditions of purebred Arabian horses. The fourth edition is held from 4 to 7 November 2026 at the Longines Outdoor Arena at Al Shaqab, bringing together Arabian horses, owners, breeders and equestrian enthusiasts. The international Category B championship follows the European Conference of Arab Horse Organizations framework. Activities begin at 3:00 PM. Table reservations are required via +974 7444 4647.

Location: Longines Outdoor Arena, Al Shaqab

Date: 4–7 November 2026

Time: From 3:00 PM

Access: Table reservation required via +974 7444 4647

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Qatar Boat Show 2026

Qatar Boat Show 2026 takes place at Old Doha Port, bringing a large yachting and marine exhibition to Doha. The programme showcases vessels and the wider boating industry in the waterfront setting of the port. Visitors can explore the four-day boat show at the Containers Yard from 4 to 7 November. Individual day admission is QAR 50, while a four-day general admission pass is also advertised by the organiser. Daily visiting hours vary, with later closing times on 5 and 6 November.

Location: Containers Yard, Old Doha Port

Date: 4–7 November 2026

Time: 4 and 7 November: 4:00 PM–9:00 PM. 5–6 November: 4:00 PM–10:00 PM

Access: QAR 50 per day via Qatar Boat Show website

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10th Katara European Jazz Festival 2026

The 10th Katara European Jazz Festival 2026 brings jazz performances and European music culture to Katara Cultural Village in Doha. The festival provides a public programme focused on live jazz and musical exchange. Concerts take place at Katara Esplanade near Gates 20 and 21 from 4 to 7 November. Evening sessions run from 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM, and public admission is free, making the festival a music option for residents and visitors to Qatar.

Location: Katara Esplanade, Gates 20 and 21

Date: 4–7 November 2026

Time: 6:30 PM–10:00 PM

Access: Free entry

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Historic Libraries in the Islamic World: Beacons of Knowledge and Pathways of Transmission

Historic Libraries in the Islamic World: Beacons of Knowledge and Pathways of Transmission is an educational cultural event at Qatar National Library. The session looks at the role of historic libraries in learning, scholarship and the movement of knowledge. The programme takes place on Wednesday 4 November 2026 from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM. It is relevant to researchers, students and visitors interested in Islamic civilisation, manuscript traditions and the history of libraries. Participation is free with registration through the Qatar National Library events portal.

Location: Qatar National Library

Date: 4 November 2026

Time: 5:00 PM–7:30 PM

Access: Free with registration via Qatar National Library events portal

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Qatar International Neonatal Conference 2026

Qatar International Neonatal Conference 2026 is a professional medical education event focused on neonatal care, newborn health and clinical practice. The programme includes specialist workshops and conference sessions for healthcare practitioners. The 4–5 November workshops take place at ITQAN Clinical Simulation and Innovation Center, followed by conference sessions at Pullman Doha West Bay on 6–7 November. The registration fees depend on professional category and whether delegates book a workshop or conference attendance. Conference admission costs QAR 400 for physicians or QAR 200 for nurses and students, with workshops booked separately through Hamad Medical Corporation.

Location: ITQAN Center and Pullman Doha West Bay

Date: 4–7 November 2026

Time: 4–5 November workshops: 7:00 AM–3:00 PM. Conference: 6–7 November

Access: Paid: physician conference QAR 400; nurses/students QAR 200; workshops separately via HMC registration

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3rd Tegahwa Exhibition

The third Tegahwa Exhibition brings a coffee and chocolate exhibition to Galleria Al Hazm in Doha. The public showcase focuses on coffee culture, speciality products and the experiences associated with the coffee and chocolate sector. The exhibition runs from 5 to 13 November 2026 and is open to visitors free of charge. Opening hours vary across the week, with an afternoon start on Friday and later evening closing on Thursday and Saturday.

Location: Galleria Al Hazm

Date: 5–13 November 2026

Time: Sunday–Wednesday: 12:00 PM–10:00 PM. Thursday and Saturday: 12:00 PM–11:00 PM. Friday: 2:00 PM–11:00 PM

Access: Free entry

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Design Doha Biennial 2026

Design Doha Biennial 2026 presents a broad programme of exhibitions, design projects and public events exploring contemporary creativity and design practice. The biennial runs from 5 November 2026 to 31 January 2027, with exhibitions and programmes at Fereej Al Asmakh and other cultural venues in Doha. The November opening introduces exhibitions including Arab Design Now, Beyond the Letters and Design Labs II, alongside talks and hands-on workshops. Adult day passes cost QAR 25 through Qatar Museums.

Location: Fereej Al Asmakh and other Doha venues

Date: 5 November 2026–31 January 2027

Time: Sunday–Wednesday: 9:00 AM–7:00 PM. Thursday and Saturday: 9:00 AM–9:00 PM. Friday: 1:30 PM–7:00 PM

Access: QAR 25 adult day pass via Qatar Museums website; free for children and students

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Youth Fest 2026

Youth Fest 2026 is a youth-led festival hosted by Teen Hub at Al Bidda Park in Doha, in collaboration with Earthna as part of Qatar Sustainability Week. The programme connects young people with creativity, sustainability, entrepreneurship, learning and community participation. The three-day festival runs from 5 to 7 November 2026 and is designed mainly for teenagers aged 13 to 19, with workshops, performances, innovation experiences and youth showcases. Entry to the festival is free, but capacity-controlled workshops require advance sign-up through the official Youth Fest programme.

Location: Teen Hub, Expo Building, Al Bidda Park

Date: 5–7 November 2026

Time: 3:00 PM–9:00 PM

Access: Free entry; workshops require registration via Youth Fest website

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Zidane: A 21st Century Portrait

Zidane: A 21st Century Portrait is an exhibition at 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum exploring the football icon through a landmark contemporary audiovisual portrait. The installation connects sport, visual culture and the experience of football on screen. The exhibition opens in Doha on 5 November 2026 and continues until March 2027. It forms part of the museum’s programme for sports enthusiasts, football fans and culture visitors. Entry is free for Qatar residents, while non-resident adult admission is QAR 50 through Qatar Museums.

Location: 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum

Date: 5 November 2026–31 March 2027

Time: Saturday, Sunday, Monday and Wednesday: 9:00 AM–7:00 PM. Thursday: 9:00 AM–9:00 PM. Friday: 1:30 PM–7:00 PM. Closed Tuesday

Access: Free for Qatar residents; QAR 50 for non-resident adults via Qatar Museums website

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Arab Design Now 2026

Arab Design Now 2026 is a major exhibition within Design Doha Biennial, presenting contemporary design practice across the Arab region. The show highlights ideas, objects and creative approaches developed by designers working in different contexts. The exhibition opens in Doha on 5 November 2026 and remains on view until the end of December. The programme is located around Fereej Al Asmakh and Msheireb Downtown Doha, with visitor access and day passes managed through Qatar Museums. Adult Design Doha day passes cost QAR 25 through Qatar Museums.

Location: Fereej Al Asmakh and Msheireb Downtown Doha

Date: 5 November–31 December 2026

Time: Sunday–Wednesday: 9:00 AM–7:00 PM. Thursday and Saturday: 9:00 AM–9:00 PM. Friday: 1:30 PM–7:00 PM

Access: QAR 25 adult Design Doha day pass via Qatar Museums website

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Beyond the Letters

Beyond the Letters is an exhibition included in the Design Doha Biennial 2026 programme. The presentation explores ideas associated with visual language, lettering and contemporary design, offering visitors a different perspective on creative expression. The exhibition opens on 5 November 2026 and runs through 31 December. The exhibition belongs to the opening programme of Design Doha Biennial 2026 in Qatar.

Location: Mihad Gallery, Doha

Date: 5 November–31 December 2026

Time: During Design Doha exhibition opening hours

Access: Design Doha exhibition access via Qatar Museums website

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Design Labs II

Design Labs II is part of the Design Doha Biennial 2026 programme, bringing an exhibition focus to experimentation and the processes behind contemporary design. The project introduces work connected with design research and creative development. The exhibition opens on 5 November 2026 in Fereej Al Asmakh and continues to 31 January 2027. It forms part of the wider Design Doha itinerary, which includes exhibitions, public programmes and related workshops.

Location: Fereej Al Asmakh

Date: 5 November 2026–31 January 2027

Time: Sunday–Wednesday: 9:00 AM–7:00 PM. Thursday and Saturday: 9:00 AM–9:00 PM. Friday: 1:30 PM–7:00 PM

Access: Design Doha exhibition access via Qatar Museums website; separate booking for workshops

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Mayfair Presents: ABBA Tribute Night Featuring ARRIVAL

Mayfair Presents: ABBA Tribute Night Featuring ARRIVAL brings a live tribute performance to the Garden at Doha Golf Club. The evening celebrates the songs and stage legacy of the Swedish pop group through a concert by ARRIVAL. The one-night Doha music event takes place on 5 November 2026, with doors opening at 7:00 PM. Tickets are sold through Platinumlist, and entry is restricted to guests aged 18 and above. Tickets start at QAR 215 through Platinumlist.

Location: The Garden, Doha Golf Club

Date: 5 November 2026

Time: Doors open at 7:00 PM

Access: From QAR 215 via Platinumlist website; ages 18+

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Pola Samwel Comedy Night

Pola Samwel Comedy Night marks the Egyptian stand-up comedian’s first live performance in Qatar. His show at Pullman Hotel in Doha presents observational Arabic comedy built around familiar situations and stories from everyday life. The one-night performance takes place on Thursday 5 November 2026. Doors open at 7:00 PM and the show begins at 8:00 PM, with seats offered via Platinumlist. Tickets start at QAR 130.

Location: Pullman Doha West Bay

Date: 5 November 2026

Time: 8:00 PM

Access: From QAR 130 via Platinumlist website

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Threaded Momentum: The Spirit of the Games

Threaded Momentum: The Spirit of the Games is a new exhibition at 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum that examines sport and the cultural ideas surrounding the Games. The exhibition forms part of the museum’s November opening programme. The presentation opens on 5 November 2026 and continues through 31 March 2027. Visitors can combine the exhibition with the museum’s other sports displays, with admission through Qatar Museums.

Location: 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum

Date: 5 November 2026–31 March 2027

Time: Saturday, Sunday, Monday and Wednesday: 9:00 AM–7:00 PM. Thursday: 9:00 AM–9:00 PM. Friday: 1:30 PM–7:00 PM. Closed Tuesday

Access: Included with museum admission via Qatar Museums website

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MotoGP Qatar Airways Grand Prix of Qatar 2026

The MotoGP Qatar Airways Grand Prix of Qatar 2026 returns to Lusail International Circuit for an international motorcycle racing weekend. The championship brings MotoGP teams and riders to Qatar for an event featuring practice, qualifying, the sprint race and the main Grand Prix. The race weekend runs from 6 to 8 November, with free practice on Friday, qualifying and the sprint on Saturday, and the main race on Sunday. Adult three-day tickets are advertised through Lusail International Circuit. Adult three-day tickets cost QAR 200 through the Lusail International Circuit website.

Location: Lusail International Circuit

Date: 6–8 November 2026

Time: 6 November: free practice. 7 November: qualifying and sprint. 8 November: main race

Access: QAR 200 adult three-day ticket via Lusail International Circuit website

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Hans Zimmer Enters THE NEXT LEVEL... in Doha

Hans Zimmer Enters THE NEXT LEVEL comes to Doha for a major live concert by the acclaimed film composer. The performance presents his concert production to audiences in Qatar, with a programme associated with the composer’s extensive work in film music. The concert is scheduled for 6 November 2026 at the Stadium 974 Precinct. Doors open at 6:00 PM and the show starts at 8:00 PM. The event has sold out, but it remains a notable date in the Doha live music calendar.

Location: Stadium 974 Precinct

Date: 6 November 2026

Time: Doors 6:00 PM, concert 8:00 PM

Access: Sold out via Platinumlist website

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Artists Intensive Study Programme Exhibition

The Artists Intensive Study Programme Exhibition opens at the Fire Station in Doha, highlighting work produced through an artist-development programme. The exhibition provides visitors with an opportunity to encounter different artistic approaches emerging from a period of concentrated study. Its November 2026 opening adds to the city’s contemporary art exhibitions and creative opportunities. The exhibition is presented as part of the Fire Station cultural programme in Doha.

Location: Fire Station, Doha

Date: From 6 November 2026

Time: During Fire Station opening hours

Access: Exhibition admission via Qatar Museums

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Desi Hungama at Sea Caves Waterpark

Desi Hungama at Sea Caves Waterpark is a daytime entertainment event at Desert Falls Water & Adventure Park within Hilton Salwa Beach Resort. The special programme takes place in the waterpark setting and offers an alternative family and leisure outing outside central Doha. The event is scheduled for Friday 6 November 2026, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Tickets cost QAR 99 through Platinumlist.

Location: Desert Falls Water & Adventure Park, Hilton Salwa Beach Resort

Date: 6 November 2026

Time: 10:00 AM–6:00 PM

Access: QAR 99 via Platinumlist website

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Education City Challenge 2026

Education City Challenge 2026 is an outdoor sports event featuring trail running and mountain biking in Education City. The event brings competitive and recreational endurance activity to the green spaces and routes around Qatar Foundation’s campus. Friday 6 November includes trail running sessions starting from 7:00 AM and mountain biking sessions from 8:30 AM. Adult late-entry race registration starts at QAR 150 through the Q-Tickets website.

Location: Education City, Al Rayyan

Date: 6 November 2026

Time: Trail running from 7:00 AM, mountain biking from 8:30 AM

Access: Race participation from QAR 150 via Q-Tickets website

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Explore Salt as a Building Material

Explore Salt as a Building Material is an experimental design workshop within Design Doha Biennial 2026. The activity investigates salt as a material and introduces participants to its potential uses in creative construction and design. The workshop takes place on 6–7 November at House of Objects in Fereej Al Asmakh. The Qatar Museums programme lists a QAR 25 admission category for this workshop.

Location: House of Objects, Fereej Al Asmakh

Date: 6–7 November 2026

Time: Workshops on 6 and 7 November

Access: QAR 25 via Qatar Museums website, booking currently unavailable

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ExxonMobil STEAM Festival

The ExxonMobil STEAM Festival is an educational programme at the National Museum of Qatar that links science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics through interactive learning. It offers experiences focused on inquiry, creativity and hands-on exploration. The festival season continues into November 2026, with public sessions scheduled on Friday 6 and Saturday 7 November. Friday sessions begin at 1:30 PM and 4:00 PM, while Saturday sessions start at 9:30 AM, noon and 2:30 PM. Tickets are arranged through Qatar Museums.

Location: National Museum of Qatar

Date: 27 August–28 November 2026 (sessions on 6 and 7 November)

Time: Friday sessions from 1:30 PM and 4:00 PM. Saturday sessions from 9:30 AM, 12:00 PM and 2:30 PM

Access: Tickets via Qatar Museums website

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Leather Keychain Workshop

Leather Keychain Workshop is a practical craft session within the Design Doha Biennial 2026 programme. The workshop introduces participants to making a small leather accessory while exploring material handling and design. It is listed for 6–7 November 2026 at House of Objects in Fereej Al Asmakh. The activity is one of the public creative workshops accompanying Design Doha Biennial.

Location: House of Objects, Fereej Al Asmakh

Date: 6–7 November 2026

Time: Workshops on 6 and 7 November

Access: Booking via Qatar Museums website

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Mayfair Presents: Ministry of Sound Doha – Jonas Blue

Mayfair Presents: Ministry of Sound Doha – Jonas Blue is a one-night electronic music event held at Doha Golf Club. The show features British DJ and producer Jonas Blue under the Ministry of Sound event banner. The Doha nightlife event takes place on 6 November 2026, with doors opening at 5:00 PM. Tickets are sold through Platinumlist and entry is limited to adults aged 18 and above. Tickets start at QAR 285 through Platinumlist.

Location: Doha Golf Club

Date: 6 November 2026

Time: Doors open at 5:00 PM

Access: From QAR 285 via Platinumlist website; ages 18+

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MIA Park Weekend Bazaar

MIA Park Weekend Bazaar is a recurring community market associated with the waterfront grounds of the Museum of Islamic Art. The bazaar is known for its outdoor market setting, with opportunities to browse stalls and spend time in the park. The seasonal programme features Friday and Saturday market sessions in MIA Park, near the Museum of Islamic Art in Doha. The seasonal bazaar is a free-to-enter public market.

Location: MIA Park, Zone 1

Date: 6–7 November 2026 (Friday and Saturday sessions)

Time: Friday: 4:00 PM–10:00 PM. Saturday: 2:00 PM–9:00 PM

Access: Free

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Safeefa Bookmark Workshop

Safeefa Bookmark Workshop is a hands-on Design Doha Biennial 2026 activity exploring traditional making techniques through the creation of bookmarks. It takes place at House of Objects in Fereej Al Asmakh. The workshop is scheduled for 6 November 2026 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM. The activity is part of the public craft workshops accompanying Design Doha, with bookings through Qatar Museums.

Location: House of Objects, Fereej Al Asmakh

Date: 6 November 2026

Time: 2:00 PM–3:00 PM

Access: Booking via Qatar Museums website

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Woven Forms Workshop

Woven Forms Workshop is a creative making session in the Design Doha Biennial 2026 programme. Participants explore weaving and the relationship between material, structure and form through a practical activity. This one-day workshop takes place at House of Objects in Fereej Al Asmakh on 6 November from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Workshop registration is arranged through Qatar Museums.

Location: House of Objects, Fereej Al Asmakh

Date: 6 November 2026

Time: 5:00 PM–7:00 PM

Access: Booking via Qatar Museums website

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Embroidery Workshop

Embroidery Workshop is a textile craft experience associated with Design Doha Biennial 2026. The activity offers a hands-on introduction to embroidery and the ways stitched details can create patterns and decoration. It is scheduled for 7 and 8 November at House of Making in Fereej Al Asmakh. The activity is part of the biennial’s programme of practical design and traditional craft sessions.

Location: House of Making, Fereej Al Asmakh

Date: 7–8 November 2026

Time: Workshops on 7 and 8 November

Access: Booking via Qatar Museums website

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Explore the Innovation Stations: Digital Content Creation

Explore the Innovation Stations: Digital Content Creation is a practical session at Qatar National Library introducing participants to creative digital tools and content production. The workshop forms part of the library’s programme for hands-on learning and technology literacy. The session takes place on Saturday 7 November 2026 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. It is relevant to learners interested in multimedia production, digital storytelling and the opportunities offered by the library’s innovation stations. Participation is free with registration through the Qatar National Library events portal.

Location: Qatar National Library

Date: 7 November 2026

Time: 11:00 AM–1:00 PM

Access: Free with registration via Qatar National Library events portal

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The Murshidi Program: Academic & Career Mentoring

The Murshidi Program: Academic & Career Mentoring is a Qatar National Library initiative that introduces guidance on academic pathways and career planning. The session supports participants seeking information and advice about study choices and professional development. The mentoring activity takes place on Saturday 7 November 2026 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. The session uses registration through the Qatar National Library events portal. Participation is free with registration through the Qatar National Library events portal.

Location: Qatar National Library

Date: 7 November 2026

Time: 10:00 AM–1:00 PM

Access: Free with registration via Qatar National Library events portal

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Tiles and Tales

Tiles and Tales is a Design Doha Biennial 2026 creative workshop combining the ideas of decorative tiles and storytelling. The programme explores how making and visual patterns can communicate themes through craft. The workshop appears on the official Qatar Museums programme for 7–8 November in Fereej Al Asmakh. The workshop forms part of the biennial’s hands-on craft and creative design programme.

Location: House of Making, Fereej Al Asmakh

Date: 7–8 November 2026

Time: Workshops on 7 and 8 November

Access: Booking via Qatar Museums website

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Write to Inspire: Creative Writing Month

Write to Inspire: Creative Writing Month is a series at Qatar National Library designed for people interested in writing, storytelling and developing creative skills. The programme provides a setting to practise writing and exchange ideas with other participants. The series begins on 7 November 2026 and is scheduled across Saturdays during the month. Its opening session runs from 3:30 PM to 7:30 PM. Registration is handled through the official Qatar National Library events portal. Participation is free with registration through the Qatar National Library events portal.

Location: Qatar National Library

Date: 7, 14, 21 and 28 November 2026

Time: Saturdays, 3:30 PM–7:30 PM

Access: Free with registration via Qatar National Library events portal

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MWC26 Doha

MWC26 Doha is a major mobile communications and technology industry event taking place at Doha Exhibition & Convention Center. The conference and exhibition bring discussions on connectivity, digital innovation and the wider technology ecosystem to Qatar. The event opens on Sunday 8 November 2026 and continues until 10 November. Attendance requires the appropriate registration pass, with exhibition access priced from USD 599.

Location: Doha Exhibition & Convention Center

Date: 8–10 November 2026

Time: 9:00 AM–5:30 PM

Access: Exhibition Pass from USD 599 via MWC Doha website

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Qatar-Canada Year of Culture: Sounds of Canada

Qatar-Canada Year of Culture: Sounds of Canada is a concert presented within the cultural exchange programme connecting Qatar and Canada. The evening brings Canadian musical repertoire to the stage at Qatar National Convention Centre. The performance takes place on Sunday 8 November 2026 in Auditorium 3, with doors opening at 7:15 PM and the concert starting at 7:30 PM. Ticket booking is through Platinumlist. Concert tickets start at QAR 175 through Platinumlist.

Location: Auditorium 3, Qatar National Convention Centre

Date: 8 November 2026

Time: Doors 7:15 PM, concert 7:30 PM

Access: From QAR 175 via Platinumlist website

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Panel Discussion: Inspiring Future Champions with Sheikh Nasser

Panel Discussion: Inspiring Future Champions with Sheikh Nasser is a sports-related conversation hosted by 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum. The event centres on ideas around future sporting achievement, inspiration and the development of young talent. The panel is scheduled for Sunday 8 November 2026 from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM at the museum. Qatar Museums indicates that no advance registration is required.

Location: 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum

Date: 8 November 2026

Time: 9:00 AM–10:00 AM

Access: No advance registration required

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Storytime for Toddlers

Storytime for Toddlers is an early-years reading activity at Qatar National Library. The session introduces very young children to stories and books through a short Arabic-language programme designed around the experience of shared reading. The November session takes place on Sunday 8 November 2026 from 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM. Registration is provided through the Qatar National Library events portal. Participation is free with registration through the Qatar National Library events portal.

Location: Qatar National Library

Date: 8 November 2026

Time: 10:00 AM–10:30 AM

Access: Free with registration via Qatar National Library events portal

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Threads of Saffron

Threads of Saffron is a creative workshop taking place as part of Design Doha Biennial 2026. The programme explores the intersection of materials, craft and visual creativity through a themed hands-on session. The workshop is scheduled at House of Objects in Fereej Al Asmakh on Sunday 8 November, from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM.

Location: House of Objects, Fereej Al Asmakh

Date: 8 November 2026

Time: 4:00 PM–5:00 PM

Access: Booking via Qatar Museums website

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