QL Events this week: Nov 16 – Nov 22

Nov 16, 2025

Qatar is buzzing with excitement this week as a diverse lineup of events takes over the country, offering something special for every age, interest and community. From education, entrepreneurship and innovation showcases to pop-culture gatherings, cultural celebrations and environmental initiatives, the week is shaping up to be both inspiring and entertaining. Visitors and residents can immerse themselves in knowledge-driven expos, explore artistic and cinematic talent, enjoy international entertainment, and participate in meaningful community activities. Whether you’re a student, a professional, a family looking for leisure, a fan of geek and gaming culture, or someone passionate about sustainability and global culture, this week’s happenings in Qatar are packed with opportunities to learn, connect, explore and have fun.

Najah Doha

Explore your future at Najah Doha! Meet representatives from 80+ universities across 15+ countries, discover exclusive scholarships, and get expert guidance on admissions, applications, and student life — all under one roof.

Date: Nov 15 – 17, 2025

Timing : 8.30 AM – 8.30 PM

Location: QNCC

Access : Free entry. Register at informaconnect.com/najahexpo/doha/

ROWAD 2025

Rowad is Qatar’s national entrepreneurship platform and a flagship Global Entrepreneurship Week event, connecting startups, SMEs, and ecosystem leaders. Under the theme Beyond Boundaries: Scaling, Sustaining, and Succeeding, this year’s edition features workshops, advisory sessions, B2B meetings, and the Young Entrepreneur Club Media Forum, driving innovation and reinforcing Qatar’s role as a regional hub.

Date: Nov 17 – 19, 2026

Location: DECC

Access: Register at www.rowad.qa

Geekdom 2025

Qatar’s largest pop culture event.

Get your geek on this 18–22 November 2025 at a celebration of fandom in all its forms. Geekdom 2025 will bring together gaming, cosplay, anime, art, music, and more under one roof, while championing Qatar’s creative community and offering emerging talent a platform to shine.

Date: Nov 18 – 22, 2025

Location: Geekdom Building, Lusail Boulevard

Access : Tickets to be purchased from geekdom.eventive.org

Qatar Luxury Classic Cars Contest & Exhibition

The sixth edition of Qatar Luxury Classic Cars Contest and Exhibition returns to Medina Centrale, The Pearl Island, from November 19-23 in its 6th edition, showcasing an array of rare vintage vehicles from across the GCC region, the Gulf Qatari Classic Cars Association ( GQCCA ) has announced.

Date: Nov 19 – 23, 2025

Location: Medina Centrale, The Pearl Island

Access : Free entry

Enoo Napa and Savage & She live in Doha

Get ready for an unforgettable night of electronic energy as Mayfair Presents X Elements brings Enoo Napa and Savage & She live to Doha Golf Club!

Experience a night filled with pulsating beats, world-class performances, and a festival atmosphere like no other — right here in Doha.

Date: Nov 20, 2025

Timing : 6:00 pm onwards

Location: Doha Golf Club

Access: Tickets available at QTickets.com

Doha Film Festival 2025

DFF will serve as a vibrant meeting point for international cinema enthusiasts and a platform for powerful stories to be shared. The festival's dynamic programming includes official film competitions with international juries and awards that will extend the reach of films to wider audiences.

Date: Nov 20 - 28, 2025

Location: Katara Cultural Village, Msheireb Downtown Doha, and Museum of Islamic Art

Access: Tickets via Doha Film Festival official website

SOUTH INDIAN GALA

The South Indian Gala is a spectacular live entertainment event celebrating the vibrant culture, music, and spirit of South India. Headlined by the energetic and popular South Indian playback singer RIMY TOMY and Leading Tamil & Telugu Actress PRIYA BHAVANI SHANKAR and this grand concert will feature top musicians and performers from the Malayalam, Tamil, & Telugu industries.

Date: Nov 21, 2025

Timing : 6.00 pm onwards

Location: ASIAN TOWN AMPHITHEATRE

Access: Tickets available at QTickets.com

Seabed Cleaning Initiative

Join us and be part of Old Doha Port’s environmental effort. Dive in with certified volunteers to restore the seabed along the waterfront, reinforcing our commitment to marine sustainability and community action.

Date: Nov 22, 2025

Timing : 7.00 am – 12.00 pm

Location: Mina District

Medina Centrale Carnival

The Carnival begins
13 weeks of live singers, comedy, roaming mascots, parades, and family fun every weekend at Medina Centrale

Date: Nov 13, 2025 – Feb 06, 2026

Timing : Every Thursday - Saturday

Location: Medina Centrale, The Pearl Island

Experience Japan at Georgetown University in Qatar

Experience an evening filled with cultural performances and artistic showcases — from the powerful beats of Taiko drums and graceful Kendo demonstrations to the elegance of Japanese calligraphy, tea ceremonies, and origami art.

Date: Nov 17, 2025

Timing : 5:00 PM

Location: Georgetown Qatar Auditorium

Grand Auto Show

Car lovers can also look forward to a spectacular lineup of supercars, hypercars, and rare classics from exclusive private collections. Popular crowd-pullers such as the Car Catwalk and adrenaline-fueled drift performances will return, now presented in an upgraded format. This year, the event will span several halls of the Qatar National Convention Centre, providing a larger, more immersive setting for visitors to explore everything the world of automobiles has to offer.

Date: Nov 20 - 22, 2025

Timing : 10.00 AM onwards

Location: QNCC

Katara Artistic Talent Festival

A chance to discover students’ creativity and artistic talents

Date: Nov 20, 2025

Timing : 5.30 PM onwards

Location: Katara – creativity square

Access : Free admission

Joni Mitchell: Take Me As I Am

From November 15th to 18th, The Highmore welcomes back Nigel Miles-Thomas with his adaptation of Charles Dickens presenting Joni Mitchell: Take Me As I Am—an award-winning production that offers an unforgettable evening of music and storytelling, celebrating and transforming a timeless tale into a captivating performance.