Events to Check Out This Week (September 13 - 20, 2026)

Looking for events and things to do in Qatar this week? From international squash and fitness competitions to concerts, comedy, food experiences, creative workshops, esports, wellness and family activities, there is plenty happening from September 13 to 20, 2026. Here are some of the events worth checking out.

QTerminals Qatar Classic Squash 2026 (September 12–18, 2026)

One of squash’s leading international tournaments returns to Doha, bringing together top men’s and women’s players from around the world for a week of competition at the Khalifa International Tennis & Squash Complex.

Location: Khalifa International Tennis & Squash Complex

Date: September 12–18, 2026

Time:

September 12–14: From 12:00 PM

September 15–17: From 4:00 PM

September 18: From 5:30 PM

Access: Tickets from QAR 30 via Ticky2

Seashore Phoenix Games Fitness Championship 2026 (September 10–14, 2026)

The sixth edition of the championship brings athletes and fitness enthusiasts together for competitions testing strength, endurance, speed and overall physical performance, with categories for both men and women.

Location: Aspire Zone – Ladies Sports Hall, Aspire Park & Aspire Dome

Date: September 10–14, 2026

Time:

September 10: 5:30 AM–8:00 PM

September 11: 7:00 AM–8:00 PM

September 12: 9:00 AM–9:00 PM

September 13–14: 2:00–9:00 PM

Access: Free

Fuwairit Break (September 9–October 17, 2026)

Head to Fuwairit Kite Beach for a themed family retreat combining children’s activities, water and desert sports, and live entertainment in a beachside setting.

Location: Fuwairit Kite Beach

Date: September 9–October 17, 2026

Time: Varies by day

Access: Tickets from QAR 15 via Platinumlist

Virtuocity Battle Ground Qatar 2026 (September 1–30, 2026)

Players from across the region and beyond compete across seven games through online and LAN qualifiers, bringing together esports skill, strategy and community throughout September.

Location: Virtuocity, Doha Festival City

Date: September 1–30, 2026

Time: Varies by tournament

Access: Registration via Visit Qatar website

Thai Restaurant Week 2026: A Taste of Thailand (September 3–19, 2026)

Discover Thailand through its cuisine as 12 participating restaurants showcase the country’s culinary traditions, distinctive flavours and cultural heritage through specially curated menus.

Location: 12 participating restaurants across Qatar

Date: September 3–19, 2026

Time: Varies by restaurant

Access: Special menus at QAR 39, QAR 59 & QAR 89

QPO Presents: Tchaikovsky’s Piano Concerto No. 1 (September 14, 2026)

Conductor Enrique Diemecke leads the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra alongside pianist Jae Hong Park for Tchaikovsky’s Piano Concerto No. 1, followed after the interval by the composer’s dramatic Manfred Symphony.

Location: Auditorium 3, Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC)

Date: September 14, 2026

Time: 7:30–9:30 PM

Access: Tickets from QAR 200 via Platinumlist

Al Shamal vs Al Ittihad – AFC Champions League Elite (September 14, 2026)

Al Shamal face Saudi side Al Ittihad in an AFC Champions League Elite fixture at Al Bayt Stadium, bringing continental club football action to Al Khor.

Location: Al Bayt Stadium

Date: September 14, 2026

Time: 7:00 PM

Access: Starting QAR 10 via Q-Tickets

Sea Fishing Workshop (September 14–15, 2026)

Learn the basics of fishing through a combination of theory and hands-on practice, including an introduction to fishing equipment and important safety rules before putting the techniques into practice.

Location: Museum of Islamic Art

Date: September 14–15, 2026

Time: 2:00–6:00 PM

Access: Free with registration via Qatar Museums

Petals & Patterns of Uzbekistan: Ceramic Art (September 14–16, 2026)

Explore traditional Uzbek ceramic art through a gallery tour and hands-on workshop. Participants will study floral motifs and decorative patterns before developing and painting their own composition on a ceramic plate.

Location: Museum of Islamic Art

Date: September 14–16, 2026

Time: 4:00–5:30 PM

Access: Free with registration via Qatar Museums

Perfume Making Course – Ladies Only (September 14–16, 2026)

Explore scents inspired by Qatar in this hands-on course, where participants can create their own fragrance blend while learning about the cultural significance of traditional scents and perfumes.

Location: Learning Studios 1 & 2, National Museum of Qatar

Date: September 14–16, 2026

Time: 4:30–6:00 PM

Access: Booking via Qatar Museums website

Taha Desouky – Stand-Up Comedy Show in Doha (September 17, 2026)

Taha Desouky takes the stage in Doha for a one-night stand-up show featuring his signature mix of warmth, wit and relatable comedy.

Location: Al Mayassa Theatre, QNCC

Date: September 17, 2026

Time: 10:00 PM

Access: Tickets from QAR 285 via Platinumlist

Qatar-Mexico Year of Culture: Sounds of Mexico (September 18, 2026)

Celebrate Mexican music with the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra as conductor Enrique Diemecke leads a programme featuring works by Arturo Márquez, Carlos Chávez, Blas Galindo and Silvestre Revueltas as part of the Qatar-Mexico Year of Culture.

Location: Auditorium 3, Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC)

Date: September 18, 2026

Time: 7:30–9:30 PM

Access: Tickets from QAR 200 via Platinumlist

World Wellness Weekend 2026 (September 18–20, 2026)

Spend three days focused on fitness, wellness and relaxation at Hilton Salwa Beach Resort & Villas, with a programme featuring activities such as HIIT, Power Pilates, an ice plunge, mindfulness sessions, water aerobics and a spa pop-up.

Location: Hilton Salwa Beach Resort & Villas

Date: September 18–20, 2026

Time: 12:00–9:00 PM

Access: QAR 150 via Q-Tickets

The Jury Experience – The Killer AI (September 18 & October 23, 2026)

Step into an immersive courtroom experience where the audience becomes the jury. Follow the evidence and arguments in a case involving artificial intelligence before deciding the final verdict.

Location: U Venue

Date: September 18 & October 23, 2026

Time: 6:00 PM & 8:30 PM

Access: Tickets from QAR 150 via Fever

Her Time to Play – Players Clinic (September 18–19 & November 6–7, 2026)

Her Time to Play encourages girls to develop a love for basketball while building essential life skills and inspiring the next generation of female players through a dedicated four-day clinic programme.

Location: Recreation Centre, Education City

Date:

September 18–19, 2026

November 6–7, 2026

Time: 8:00 AM–3:00 PM

Access: Registration via Education City website

BilAraby Annual Gathering 2026 (September 19–20, 2026)

Join two days of dialogue, discovery and shared experiences through curated sessions, interactive workshops and open conversations designed to exchange ideas and encourage creativity.

Location: Multaqa, Education City

Date: September 19–20, 2026

Time: 8:30 AM–5:30 PM

Access: Registration via BilAraby website

Artificial Intelligence and Astronomy: Exploring the Universe Through Technology (September 19, 2026)

Explore the connection between astronomy and technology by discovering the science behind ancient star-mapping and learning how artificial intelligence is changing the way we study the universe, from star-tracking tools to celestial data.

Location: AI Digital Centre, National Museum of Qatar

Date: September 19, 2026

Time: 10:00 AM–12:00 PM

Access: Free with registration via Qatar Museums

Flowers of the Past (September 19, 2026)

Young participants can explore Islamic art and artefacts during a gallery tour before creating their own vase-inspired designs through a hands-on sketching and painting activity.

Location: Education Centre, Museum of Islamic Art

Date: September 19, 2026

Time: 11:00 AM–1:00 PM

Access: Free with registration via Qatar Museums

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