Qatar Museums (QM) announces its August 2026 public programme with a dynamic month of indoor workshops, family and youth activities, cultural celebrations and sporting experiences across its museums and creative hubs.
Standout highlights include the Tasweer Awards in celebration of World Photography Day and a month-long Summer Sports Fun Factory at the 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum.
International Youth Day celebrations, Teen Hub’s month-long schedule of creative activities, and Years of Culture’s Family Weekend offer visitors of all ages the opportunity to stay inspired, active, and connected across Qatar’s vibrant cultural scene throughout August.
National Museum of Qatar (NMoQ) invites families to enjoy a series of fun, interactive activities this August that encourage creativity, observation, and playful learning inspired by the museum’s collections.
Designed for young visitors, these drop-in experiences offer engaging ways to explore the museum through games and collaborative art.
Museum Memory Game
Date: August 10, 17
Time: 11am to 12pm (Arabic and English)
Put your memory to the test in this fun drop-in activity inspired by a selection of the National Museum of Qatar's most iconic objects. Designed for children aged 5-16, the game encourages observation, teamwork, and discovery through play. Bring your kids along for this fun drop-in activity and support their learning and development along the way.
International Youth Day Posters
Date: August 29
Time: 11am to 12pm (Arabic and English)
Young visitors are invited to contribute to a giant collaborative artwork by drawing self-portraits on a large poster using colourful markers. By the end of the session, the individual drawings come together to create a vibrant mural celebrating creativity, community, and youth. Take part with your family – no advance registration needed.
The Museum of Islamic Art (MIA) presents a varied August programme celebrating calligraphy, storytelling, sustainability, literature, film, and family learning. Through creative workshops and library-led activities, visitors of all ages can explore Islamic art and culture in engaging and accessible ways.
Story Time: Following My Paint Brush by Dulari Devi
Date: August 1
Time: 11am to 12pm (Arabic and English)
Children aged 3-8 are invited to enjoy an engaging storytelling session at the MIA Library, followed by creative colouring activities inspired by artist and children’s book author Dulari Devi’s Following My Paint Brush.
Register now and let your little ones enjoy a morning of storytelling, creativity, and imagination.
Family Day: The Life of Plants
Date: August 8
Time: 2:30pm to 4:30pm (Arabic and English)
Families explore the role of plants in Islamic art through museum objects and the natural world. The session includes hands-on activities introducing the meanings, decorative forms, and care of plants. Simply drop in and discover the beauty and symbolism of plants through fun family activities.
Planet Teens Club: Quilts and Recycling Fabric
Date: August 18
Time: 4pm to 5pm (Arabic and English)
Teenagers aged 10-16 are invited to give old clothes a new purpose in this creative workshop inspired by quilting and sustainable design. Participants will transform fabric scraps into unique creations while exploring reuse and environmental responsibility, with no previous sewing experience required. Inspire your teens to take part and turn discarded fabrics into something extraordinary by registering here.
Planet Kids Club: Kalila wa Dimna
Date: August 25
Time: 4pm to 5pm (Arabic and English)
Children aged 5-11 will explore themes from the legendary animal fable Kalila wa Dimna through storytelling and a related craft activity using recycled materials, encouraging creativity and environmental awareness. Register now and bring your child on a creative journey through one of the most beloved collections of stories.
Majlis Film Club: Jodhaa Akbar, directed by Ashutosh Gowariker
Date: August 30
Time: 5pm to 6pm (Arabic and English)
MIA Library’s Film Club invites cinema enthusiasts to explore Islamic art, culture, and history through selected films. This month’s session features Jodhaa Akbar, offering a cinematic perspective on heritage, identity, and the cultural richness of the Islamic world. Join fellow film enthusiasts for an engaging discussion inspired by a celebrated historical epic.
Book Club: The Blue Manuscript by Sabiha Al Khemir
Date: August 31
Time: 5pm to 6pm (Arabic and English)
Book lovers are invited to discuss The Blue Manuscript, Sabiha Al Khemir’s richly layered novel centred on the search for a legendary Fatimid Qur’an, weaving together history, art, and cultural heritage. Join fellow readers for an inspiring literary discussion by registering here.
3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum (3-2-1 QOSM) keeps young visitors and families active throughout August with engaging educational experiences and hands-on sporting activities that combine learning, teamwork and play in an interactive museum setting.
The 321 Summer Sports Fun Factory
Date: August 1-29
Time: 10am to 12pm, 4pm to 6pm (Arabic and English)
This family-friendly summer programme invites children, young people, and families to discover the joy of sport through daily interactive sessions featuring activities such as basketball, football, gymnastics, athletics, boxing, hockey, rugby, and more.
Delivered in collaboration with sports federations and clubs, the programme promotes teamwork, healthy lifestyles, confidence, and physical literacy through coaching sessions, games, and exciting sporting challenges.
Register by email and give your family the chance to try a variety of exciting sports throughout the summer: 321team@qm.org.qa.
Museum Explorer
Date: August 3, 4, 10, 12
Time: 10am to 12pm (Arabic and English)
Young visitors are invited to become Museum Explorers through an interactive gallery challenge that encourages observation and discovery. Using a special activity card featuring a museum object, participants search the galleries to locate the artifact and record simple details about it before earning an official Museum Explorer stamp. Register by email and embark on a museum adventure filled with clues, curiosity, and exploration: qosmschool@qm.org.qa.
Tasweer, in collaboration with Fire Station, marks World Photography Day this August with a special celebration bringing together photographers, creatives, and the wider community to honour the power of photography and contemporary visual storytelling.
Together with Tasweer: World Photography Day & 2026 Awards Winners Announcement
Date: August 19
Time: 6:30pm-8:30pm (Arabic and English)
Join Tasweer at the Fire Station Cinema for an evening celebrating photography and the artists behind the lens. The event will feature the announcement of the winners of the Tasweer 2026 Project Award and Single Image Award, recognising outstanding photographic work selected from this year’s submissions. The celebration will also be livestreamed across Tasweer’s social media channels, allowing audiences around the world to take part. Celebrate World Photography Day with us by registering here.
Teen Hub presents a vibrant programme of creative workshops, leadership initiatives, and community events this August, giving young people opportunities to build new skills, express themselves creatively, and connect with their peers through hands-on learning and engaging experiences.
Teen Hub Scouts – Qatar Museums
Date: August 1-31
Time: 4pm to 6pm (Arabic and English)
Launching this August, the new scouting programme develops leadership, teamwork, and community service through an open day (August 2), a design competition launch (August 3), and a leadership workshop (August 17). Take the first step towards becoming a Teen Hub Scout by emailing: teenhub.support@qm.org.qa
Future Falcons Camp
Date: August 1-31
Time: 4pm to 8pm (Arabic and English)
Hosted at the Doha Air Base Officers Club, this month-long programme brings together young participants for activities focused on leadership, teamwork, and national values. Teen Hub youth volunteers will take part alongside the Qatar Emiri Air Force under the guidance of experienced leaders and trainers. Begin your Future Falcons journey, learn more by emailing: teenhub.support@qm.org.qa
My Career, My Future 2026
Date: Augut 2-6
Time: 8am to 1pm (Arabic and English)
Organised by Teen Hub and Qatar Foundation’s Qatar Career Development Center, this five-day job-shadowing programme gives high school students the opportunity to experience real workplace environments, meet professionals, and explore a range of career paths.
Through hands-on exposure, participants will connect school subjects and university majors to future careers, build confidence in their academic and professional choices, and receive an official training certificate upon successful completion.
The programme is delivered in partnership with the Ministry of Education and Higher Education, the Ministry of Labour, the Ministry of Sports and Youth, and the Civil Service and Government Development Bureau. Take the next step towards your future career, find out more by getting in touch: teenhub.support@qm.org.qa
My Story, My Identity
Date: August 6
Time: 4pm to 6pm (Arabic and English)
Led by youth advocate and Fursa Foundation founder Iman Saeed Ali, this interactive storytelling workshop encourages teenagers to explore their identity and express their personal stories with confidence while developing their communication and creative thinking skills. Share your story, register your interest by emailing: teenhub.support@qm.org.qa
International Youth Day
Date: August 12
Time: 3pm to 9pm (Arabic and English)
Celebrate International Youth Day through a lively programme of workshops, discussions, and project showcases. Highlights include accessory design, painting, and robotics workshops, alongside a nostalgic Spacetoon-themed music session that brings young people together to connect and share ideas. Get more information on how to take part here: teenhub.support@qm.org.qa
Soul Elegance
Date: August 15
Time: 12pm to 6pm (Arabic and English)
In collaboration with the Qatari Women’s Association, Teen Hub presents Soul Elegance, a full-day summer event celebrating creativity, wellbeing, and community. The programme features a variety of interactive workshops and enriching activities, alongside a traditional Qatari hospitality-themed lunch, offering participants an inspiring and culturally immersive experience. Join a day of creativity and connection by emailing Teen Hub to confirm your place: teenhub.support@qm.org.qa
Fundamentals of Watercolour Painting
Date: August 18-19
Time: 4pm to 7pm (Arabic and English)
Led by artist Yasser Asaadi, this hands-on workshop introduces participants to essential watercolour techniques, colour blending, and brushwork while guiding them in creating their own artwork. Unlock your creativity under the guidance of a professional artist: teenhub.support@qm.org.qa
Family Weekend
Date: August 20 to 22
Time: 4pm to 10pm (Arabic and English)
Organised by Years of Culture in collaboration with Qatar Museums, Family Weekend celebrates the cultures of Qatar, Canada, and Mexico through three evenings of interactive activities, cultural experiences, and family-friendly programming.
Visitors of all ages can explore the traditions, creativity, and heritage of this year's partner countries in a fun and engaging atmosphere. Get in touch with Teen Hub for further information: teenhub.support@qm.org.qa
Lumen Printing Workshop
Date: August 25-26 (10am to 12pm), August 26-27 (1pm to 3pm)
Led by expert printmaker Paribesh Sitoula, this practical workshop introduces participants to the fundamentals of Lumen printing, combining creative experimentation with hands-on learning to produce unique photographic prints. Discover the art of Lumen printing – find out more by getting in touch: teenhub.support@qm.org.qa
For the full programme of exhibitions, public workshops, tours, and events, visit https://qm.org.qa/en/calendar/.
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