Having recently announced an exciting Fall/Winter exhibition lineup, Qatar Museums (QM) is proving summer can be just as eventful with a public programme featuring workshops, exhibitions, family drop-ins, and summer camps across its museums and creative spaces.
Throughout July, visitors can enjoy a season of creative discovery and cultural engagement, with experiences designed to inspire learning, spark imagination, and deepen connections with Qatar’s rich heritage and contemporary culture.
The Museum of Islamic Art (MIA) will present a diverse programme of calligraphy, geometry, storytelling, literature, and family activities this July, offering visitors of all ages opportunities to explore artistic traditions and cultural heritage through hands-on experiences inspired by the museum’s collection.
Saturday Story Time: Cora Cooks Pancit
Date: July 4
Time: 11am to 12pm (Arabic and English)
A monthly story time and colouring session takes place at the MIA Library for children aged 3 to 8. This month’s programme is inspired by Cora Cooks Pancit, offering young visitors an engaging literary experience followed by creative activities. Registrations can be done here.
Naskh Beginners (Women)
Date: July 5, 6, 7 and 8
Time: 4pm to 6pm (Arabic and English)
A beginner-level calligraphy workshop for women introduces Naskh, one of the oldest and most widely used forms of Arabic calligraphy. Renowned for its clarity and elegance, the script has long been used in manuscripts and Qur’anic writing, making it an ideal introduction to the foundations of Arabic calligraphy. Click here to register.
Ruq’ah Intermediate (Children & Youth)
Dates: July 4, 11,18
Time: 11am to 1pm (Arabic and English)
An intermediate-level workshop for children and youth explores the Ruq’ah script, the last major form of Arabic calligraphy developed during the Ottoman period. Participants will refine their skills while gaining a deeper understanding of one of the most accessible and widely recognised calligraphic styles. Click here to register.
Family Day: Explore Wood in MIA
Date: July 11
Time: 2.30pm to 4.30pm (Arabic and English)
A family-friendly activity inspired by wooden objects from the Museum of Islamic Art collection explores craftsmanship, decorative patterns, and the historical uses of wood across the Islamic world. Suitable for visitors of all ages, the programme offers an engaging opportunity to discover the artistry behind these remarkable works. For more information, click here.
Geometry for Teens
Dates: July 13, 14
Time: 11am to 12.30pm (Arabic and English)
This workshop introduces teenagers to the origins of geometry in the Islamic world and its presence across art and architecture. Participants will learn the foundations of geometric star construction before transforming their designs into colourful patterns using a variety of artistic mediums. Register your interest here.
Nasta’liq Beginners (Children & Youth)
Dates: July 13, 17, 27
Time: 4pm to 6pm (Arabic and English)
This beginner-level calligraphy workshop introduces participants to the elegant Nasta’liq script, a form developed across Iran and the Ottoman states, celebrated for the accuracy of its letterforms and its remarkable clarity. Register here.
Flowers of the Past
Date: July 18
Time: 11am to 12.30pm (Arabic and English)
Young participants will explore Islamic art and artefacts through a guided gallery experience before creating their own decorative vase inspired by objects from the museum’s collection. Combining drawing, painting, and planting, the workshop offers a creative introduction to artistic traditions from the past. Join the experience by signing up here.
The Art of Harmony: Islamic Art Geometry and Illumination (Adults)
Dates: July 19, 20, 21, 22
Time: 4pm to 6pm (Arabic and English)
Discover the beauty of Islamic art through geometry and illumination in a course that combines theory, gallery exploration, and practical studio work. Register here.
MIA Library Film Club: El Baisano Jalil
Date: July 26
Time: 5pm to 6pm (Arabic and English)
The MIA Library Film Club invites cinema enthusiasts to explore Islamic art, culture, and history through the lens of film. This month’s screening of El Baisano Jalil, directed by Roberto Gavaldón and Joaquín Pardavé, offers audiences an opportunity to engage with cultural narratives through cinema. Attend this special viewing by booking here.
MIA Library Book Club: The Blue Manuscript
Date: July 27
Time: 5pm to 6pm (Arabic and English)
The MIA Library Book Club brings together readers to explore Islamic art, culture, and history through literature. This month’s selection, The Blue Manuscript by Sabiha Al Khemir, invites participants to engage in discussion and discover new perspectives on art, heritage, and storytelling. Register now by clicking here.
Planet Kids Club: Charlie and Lola – I Will Be Especially Very Careful
Date: July 27
Time: 4pm to 5pm (Arabic and English)
This monthly programme for children aged 5 to 11 explores sustainability through storytelling, creative activities, and learning experiences inspired by the museum’s collection. Participants discover practical ways to reduce, reuse, and recycle while engaging with the month’s themed story. Subscribe your littles ones here.
Creative Work by Arabic Calligraphy (Children & Youth)
Date: July 29
Time: 11am to 1pm (Arabic and English)
Inspired by Arabic calligraphy from the MIA galleries, young participants explore the beauty of the script by creating their own fine art piece, choosing a text from the museum’s collections, and rendering it on glossy ornament paper — with all required materials provided. For more information, click here.
Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art presents Beat the Heat Summer Camp 2026
Date: July 5 to 30
The month-long summer programme will feature workshops, gallery experiences, and creative activities for all ages in Arabic, English, and bilingual formats. Inspired by the museum’s exhibitions, collection, and creative spaces, the programme encourages artistic exploration through four themed weeks of hands-on learning.
Highlights include:
July 5 to 9: Making the Unseen (ages 6 to 10), featuring sculpture-making, creative building activities, and AI-powered art experiences.
July 12 to 16: Inside the Museum (ages 10 to 14), offers exhibition tours, gallery scavenger hunts, film discussions, sculpture workshops, and library-based activities.
July 19 to 23: A Journey of Exploration with Scouts (Arabic), combines guided tours, creative challenges, and hands-on artistic experiences inspired by the museum’s collection.
July 26 to 30: Growing Together (families with children aged 3 to 6), encourages creative bonding through puppetry, portrait-making, and collaborative art activities.
Dedicated sessions for participants with special needs further reinforce the programme’s commitment to inclusive and accessible arts education. For more information, click here.
The Archaeology Department at Qatar Museums invites young audiences to discover Qatar’s rich past through a series of engaging educational programmes this July.
The Museum is Ours: Discover Archaeology
Date: July 27
Time: 9am to 10.15am (English)
Presented by the Archaeology Department, the National Museum of Qatar’s ‘The Museum is Ours’ programme introduces young participants to the fascinating work of archaeologists in this hands-on workshop. Through interactive activities and guided discovery, participants will learn how artefacts and archaeological sites help uncover stories of the people who lived in Qatar long before us, while exploring the important role archaeology plays in preserving cultural heritage. Registration is available via the QM website.
Dig into the Past
Date: July 22 to 23, July 29 to 30
Time: 9am to 1pm (English)
In partnership with QC+ Membership at Liwan, the Archaeology Department presents Dig into the Past, a two-day archaeology summer camp that introduces young audiences to Qatar’s heritage through storytelling, creative making, and hands-on exploration of artefacts, stone tools, and rock art. To register, please provide a phone number and/or email address QC Membership website here.
3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum (QOSM) invites young audiences to discover Qatar’s rich past through an inclusive summer experience filled with hands-on activities.
3-2-1 Adventure Camp
Dates: July 12 (boys), July 13 (girls)
Time: 10am to 12pm (English and Arabic)
QOSM hosts an inclusive summer experience filled with movement, exploration, games, and hands-on activities inspired by the world of sports. Organised in collaboration with the Qatar Paralympic Committee, this fun and engaging summer camp is specially designed for children with special needs, offering a welcoming space to learn, play, and connect. Register here today.
M7 invites young audiences to participate in a creative workshop designed for children aged 8 to 15, introducing design concepts and safe crafting methods.
Design Your Table Lamp – Patchwork Edition
Date: July 18
Time: 11.30am to 1.30pm
Participants get the chance to design and decorate their own table lamp using patchwork techniques. The workshop will explore different fabrics, colours, and patterns while learning how to create a balanced and visually appealing design.
The National Museum of Qatar (NMoQ) invites the public to explore Qatar’s rich craft traditions through the Mahara Program, a series of hands-on workshops designed to celebrate traditional craftsmanship and help preserve the nation’s cultural heritage through practical learning.
Traditional Sunduq Al-Mubayat Making
Dates: July 19 to 22
Time: 4pm to 6pm (Arabic)
This NMoQ workshop explores the cultural significance of the Sunduq Al-Mubayat, a traditional Qatari overnight travel trunk used to carry personal belongings during stays away from home. Participants will learn how to craft the chest using traditional techniques, helping to preserve and pass on an important aspect of Qatar's cultural heritage to future generations. To register, please visit the NMoQ Calendar.
Dadu Children’s Museum of Qatar launches the first edition of Dadu Startup Club this July, a summer entrepreneurship programme designed for children aged 8 to 12. Taking place at Dadu Gardens, the programme introduces young participants to creativity, innovation, and business through hands-on, play-based learning.
Dadu Startup Club
Dates: July 7 to August 25, weekly on Tuesdays
Time: 10am to 12pm
Dadu Startup Club introduces children aged 8 to 12 to entrepreneurship through eight hands-on sessions, where they will develop a business idea, create a brand, design and market a product, and manage a budget. The programme concludes with a final market experience, allowing participants to showcase and sell their creations. For more information, click here.
For more information about Qatar Museums’ July public programming and upcoming events, please visit https://qm.org.qa
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