Events to Check Out This Week: 8–15 November 2026

Discover events and activities in Qatar from 8 to 15 November 2026, from international sporting championships and live concerts to newly opened exhibitions, food festivals, family experiences, creative workshops and cultural talks in Doha. This selection brings together 30 notable events taking place during the week, from major attractions to selected cultural and community programmes.

MotoGP Qatar Airways Grand Prix of Qatar 2026

The MotoGP Qatar Airways Grand Prix reaches its final day at Lusail International Circuit on 8 November. The night-race weekend includes the main MotoGP race, preceded by qualifying and a sprint race earlier in the programme. Visitors can also access the circuit fan zone, with activities and merchandising around the racing.

Location: Lusail International Circuit

Date: 6–8 November 2026

Time: 8 November: Gates 12:00 PM–8:00 PM; main race 7:00 PM

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

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ISSF World Championship Rifle / Pistol / Shotgun 2026

The ISSF World Championship brings rifle, pistol and shotgun competitors from around the world to Lusail Shooting Range. Competition rounds and finals take place under the International Shooting Sport Federation schedule, with the championship continuing until 14 November. Spectators can follow the disciplines and see international-level shooting sport in Doha.

Location: Lusail Shooting Range

Date: 1–14 November 2026

Time: 8:00 AM–7:00 PM; individual competition schedules vary

Access: Free spectator entry

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3rd Tegahwa Exhibition

The third Tegahwa Exhibition returns to Galleria Al Hazm with a public showcase dedicated to coffee and chocolate. Visitors can discover participating coffee and chocolate brands, explore products and meet exhibitors in a setting focused on speciality drinks and confectionery. The exhibition closes on 13 November.

Location: Galleria Al Hazm

Date: 5–13 November 2026

Time: Sun–Wed: 12:00 PM–10:00 PM; Thu/Sat: 12:00 PM–11:00 PM; Fri: 2:00 PM–11:00 PM

Access: Free entry; entry-pass registration via Al Hazm website

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Third Mafareed Challenge Festival 2026

The Third Mafareed Challenge Festival marks the opening of Qatar Camel Mzayen Club’s 2026–2027 season in Al Shahaniya. Camel owners from Qatar and other Gulf countries compete across 24 judging rounds in Maghateer, Asayel and Majaheem categories. The festival concludes on 14 November with the Bayraq Al Tahaddi championship rounds.

Location: Lebseer Field, Al Shahaniya

Date: 7–14 November 2026

Time: 8:00 AM–4:00 PM

Access: Free public entry, according to the Qatar Living event listing

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Arab Design Now 2026

Arab Design Now 2026 forms part of Design Doha, presenting contemporary work by designers and creative practitioners across the Arab region. Exhibitions and installations around Fereej Al Asmakh and Msheireb Downtown Doha explore materials, visual ideas and approaches to design. The programme opened on 5 November and continues through December.

Location: Fereej Al Asmakh and Msheireb Downtown Doha

Date: 5 November–31 December 2026

Time: Sun–Wed: 9:00 AM–7:00 PM; Thu/Sat: 9:00 AM–9:00 PM; Fri: 1:30 PM–7:00 PM

Access: Adult Design Doha day pass QAR 25 via Qatar Museums; children and students free

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MWC26 Doha

MWC26 Doha brings the international mobile and connectivity sector to Doha Exhibition & Convention Center. The GSMA programme covers connected infrastructure, digital transformation, telecommunications and emerging technologies, with conference sessions and an exhibition for industry participants. Attendance requires a valid paid pass.

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

Sounds of Canada is a live concert in the Qatar-Canada Year of Culture programme, bringing Canadian musical repertoire to the stage in Doha. The one-night performance takes place at Qatar National Convention Centre on 8 November, offering an evening centred on the two countries’ cultural exchange.

Location: Auditorium 3, Qatar National Convention Centre

Date: 8 November 2026

Time: 7:30 PM–9:30 PM

Access: From QAR 175 via Platinumlist website

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Artists Intensive Study Programme (AISP) First Edition Exhibition

The first AISP exhibition opens at Fire Station on 8 November, showing work by 22 emerging artists from 15 countries. Developed during a year-long study programme based in Doha, the exhibition reflects encounters with the city, its landscapes and communities. The work is presented across five gallery spaces and the courtyard.

Location: Fire Station Galleries

Date: 8 November 2026–6 February 2027

Time: Sat–Thu: 9:00 AM–7:00 PM; Fri: 1:30 PM–7:00 PM

Access: Free with ticket via Qatar Museums website

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Fourth Local Camel Race

The Fourth Local Camel Race appears on Qatar Tourism’s November calendar and runs during the opening part of the week. The competition takes place in the Al Shahaniya camel-racing area, continuing a longstanding local sporting tradition in Qatar. Individual race schedules and arrangements for visitors have not been established.

Location: Al Shahaniya and Lbseir racetracks

Date: 3–12 November 2026

Time: Morning and evening races; daily start and finish times vary

Access: Public spectator arrangements not confirmed

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321 Museum West Bay Beach Football Experience

The 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum presents football activities at West Bay Beach to celebrate the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2026. Families and football fans can take part in beach football, penalty-shootout challenges, dribbling relays and other community games. Sessions take place on selected Sundays and Tuesdays.

Location: West Bay Beach

Date: Every Sunday and Tuesday until 27 November 2026; relevant dates 8, 10 and 15 November

Time: 4:00 PM–7:00 PM

Access: Free; no registration required

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Panel Discussion: Inspiring Future Champions with Sheikh Nasser

This panel at the 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum considers the development of future sporting champions. The conversation with Sheikh Nasser addresses themes connected to ambition, sporting achievement and inspiring young people through sport. The session is scheduled for the morning of 8 November.

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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Al Zubarah: Archaeology of a Connected World

Researchers from Qatar Museums, Georgetown University and Sapienza University of Rome discuss the history and archaeology of Al Zubarah. The programme considers excavations at the eighteenth-century trading and pearling town and its connections to wider regional networks. It takes place at Georgetown University in Qatar on 8 November.

Location: Room 1D02, Georgetown University in Qatar

Date: 8 November 2026

Time: 5:30 PM–7:00 PM

Access: Registration required via Qatar Museums

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From Heritage to Contemporary Design (Theory & Practical)

This two-day Design Doha workshop combines an introduction to handmade rugs with a practical design process. Presented by Giving by Design with Kahhal1871, it covers heritage, materials, rug craftsmanship and how a design concept becomes a finished piece. Proceeds from ticket sales support Education Above All Foundation.

Location: SADA, Msheireb Downtown Doha

Date: 9–10 November 2026

Time: 4:00 PM–8:00 PM

Access: Paid workshop booking via Qatar Museums

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Café Scientifique

Café Scientifique is a public conversation at the National Museum of Qatar exploring science, technology and creative research. The November gathering welcomes sound designer Guillaume Rouseré, who discusses his work with natural sounds, installations and soundscapes. The session includes a talk and audience questions at Nomad Café.

Location: Nomad Café, National Museum of Qatar

Date: 9 November 2026

Time: 5:00 PM–6:30 PM

Access: Tickets required via Qatar Museums

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Qatar Health Congress 2026

Qatar Health Congress 2026 focuses on advances in emergency and trauma surgery under the theme of integrating innovation into surgical care. Organised through Hamad Medical Corporation, the congress brings together medical professionals for scientific talks, specialised tracks, research presentations and workshops at Sheraton Grand Doha.

Location: Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Convention Hotel

Date: 11–14 November 2026

Time: Daily conference session times not published for the November programme

Access: Professional registration via Hamad Medical Corporation; fees vary by category

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The Pearl Food Festival, 3rd Edition

The third Pearl Food Festival takes place on The Pearl Island from 11 to 21 November. The waterfront food event is part of the island’s public events calendar, bringing a food-focused experience to residents and visitors. The organiser lists the festival dates on the official Pearl and Gewan Islands events page.

Location: The Pearl Island

Date: 11–21 November 2026

Time: Daily festival opening hours not confirmed

Access: Free public entry

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Sea Turtle Backpack x The Herds

Sea Turtle Backpack x The Herds invites young participants to transform recycled materials into sea turtle shell backpacks at the National Museum of Qatar. Facilitators from The Herds, a public art and climate-action group, guide children through an environmentally themed making activity. Sessions run from 11 to 13 November.

Location: Learning Studio, National Museum of Qatar

Date: 11–13 November 2026

Time: 3:00 PM–5:00 PM

Access: Booking required via Qatar Museums

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Sea & Ocean: Pearl Beading

Sea & Ocean: Pearl Beading is an adult jewellery-making workshop at M7 inspired by the Around the World in Jewellery exhibition. Participants learn the cultural significance of pearls and basic beading methods before designing their own piece. The practical session takes place on 11 November.

Location: M7 Creative Space

Date: 11 November 2026

Time: 4:00 PM–6:00 PM

Access: QAR 150 via M7/Qatar Museums; ages 18+

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Fadel Chaker Live in Qatar

Singer Fadel Chaker returns to the stage for a concert at Katara Amphitheatre on 12 November. The programme features well-known Arabic songs and a performance with his son, Mohamed Chaker, bringing together two generations of singers. The official ticketing page currently marks the concert as sold out.

Location: Katara Amphitheatre

Date: 12 November 2026

Time: Doors 6:30 PM; concert starts 8:00 PM

Access: Sold out

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Cultural Mosaic: The Political Landscape of Qatar and the Region amid US-Iran Escalation

This Qatar National Library discussion examines regional political developments and their implications for Qatar amid US-Iran tensions. The invited speaker is Sheikh Nawaf bin Mubarak Al Thani, who works on international mediation and foreign affairs analysis. The talk is delivered in Arabic with English interpretation.

Location: Qatar National Library

Date: 12 November 2026

Time: 12:00 PM–1:00 PM

Access: Free with registration via Qatar National Library events portal

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Aamal Ride 2026

The third Aamal Ride brings a community cycling event to Old Doha Port on 13 November. Organised by Aamal with Qatar Cyclists and the Ministry of Sports and Youth, the programme offers a range of ride distances for children, families and adult riders. Warm-ups and fan-zone activities accompany the early-morning cycling sessions.

Location: Old Doha Port

Date: 13 November 2026

Time: Cycling starts 7:00 AM; fan zone closes 11:00 AM

Access: Participant registration from QAR 70 via Q-Tickets website

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An Evening of Golden Age Classics: From the Euphrates to the Nile

The Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra presents Arabic Golden Age classics in a concert conducted by David Navarro-Turres. Singers Ziyad Al-Hajri, Manar Duraid and Ahmed Effat join the orchestra for music associated with the region’s celebrated vocal traditions. The performance takes place at U Venue on 13 November.

Location: The Theatre, U Venue

Date: 13 November 2026

Time: 8:00 PM–10:00 PM

Access: From QAR 175 via Platinumlist website

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MIA Park Weekend Bazaar

MIA Park’s weekend bazaar returns to the waterfront with local crafts, artworks, fashion, jewellery and independently made products. The Friday and Saturday market is held in Zone 1 of the park beside the Museum of Islamic Art. Visitors can browse stalls while enjoying the park’s outdoor setting.

Location: MIA Park, Zone 1

Date: 13–14 November 2026

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

Access: Free entry

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A Night Under the Stars at 974 Beach

A Night Under the Stars is a one-day family evening organised at 974 Beach on 13 November. The Ministry of Municipality’s programme includes outdoor film screening, storytelling, face painting and activities for children. Entry is priced by age group, with free admission for children under six and people with disabilities.

Location: 974 Beach

Date: 13 November 2026

Time: 7:00 PM–9:00 PM

Access: QAR 35 adults; QAR 15 children under 14; free under 6 and people with disabilities; vehicle entry QAR 150; tickets at entrance

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Najah Doha 2026, 6th Edition

Najah Doha returns to Qatar National Convention Centre for its sixth edition, presenting education and study opportunities to students and families. The exhibition brings universities and educational organisations together with prospective students seeking information about academic pathways. Public visiting hours begin on 14 November and continue during the week.

Location: Exhibition Hall 9, Qatar National Convention Centre

Date: 14–16 November 2026

Time: 14 November 11:00 AM–8:00 PM; 15 November public hours 4:30 PM–8:30 PM

Access: Free with registration via Najah Expo website

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Shareet Al Thamaninat Wal Tis’eenat

Shareet Al Thamaninat Wal Tis’eenat brings a concert programme celebrating music associated with the 1980s and 1990s to Al Mayassa Theatre on 14 November. The one-night performance takes place at Qatar National Convention Centre, with tickets offered through Virgin Megastore Tickets.

Location: Al Mayassa Theatre, Qatar National Convention Centre

Date: 14 November 2026

Time: Starts 8:00 PM

Access: From QAR 300 via Virgin Megastore Tickets website

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Doha Festive Market 2026

Doha Festive Market is a one-day community shopping event at Doha Golf Club featuring independent businesses, local artisans and handmade goods. Visitors can browse stalls offering gifts, crafts and speciality items while supporting small enterprises. The market runs during the day on Saturday 14 November.

Location: Doha Golf Club

Date: 14 November 2026

Time: 10:00 AM–5:00 PM

Access: QAR 25; free for children under 12; via organiser’s Instagram

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Discover Architecture

Discover Architecture is a practical workshop for children aged seven to twelve at M7. Young participants explore plans, elevations, sections and basic design concepts using the Qatar National Convention Centre as an example. The workshop ends with an individual drawing and design challenge.

Location: M7 Creative Space, Kids Space

Date: 14 November 2026

Time: 11:00 AM–1:00 PM

Access: QAR 250 via Qatar Museums; ages 7–12

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