Welcome to Marhaba’s Weekend Guide!
Prepare for an exciting weekend in Doha! With a variety of experiences to explore—from cultural exhibitions to family-friendly activities—there’s something for everyone. Don’t miss out on the chance to make unforgettable memories this weekend!
What’s on your agenda for the weekend?
Doha Tour 1
Until 11 January
Where: Longines Outdoor Arena & Longines Indoor Arena at Al Shaqab
Click here for full schedule
Why you should go: The competition showcases Qatar’s commitment to equestrian excellence, providing a platform for world-class riders to compete at the highest level while highlighting the nation’s equestrian heritage.
Al Theyaba Theatrical Play
Until 11 January
Where: Katara Drama Theatre
Click here for full schedule
Why you should go: Join the Creativity for Artistic Production for Altheyaba Theatrical Play, a powerful mix of drama, emotion, and talent at Katara Drama Theatre from 9-10 January.
The Circus at the Old Al Wakra Souq
Until 17 January
Where: Al Wakrah Souq
Entry: To book your ticket, visit click here
Why you should go:Experience the World Circus at Old Al Wakra Souq with daily performances at 5 pm and 7:30 pm. Bring your family and friends, and book your tickets now!
Discover Ras Abrouq
Until 18 January
Where: Ras Abrouq
Entry: To book your ticket, visit doha.platinumlist.net or click here
Why you should go: Discover the captivating area of Ras Abrouq, a destination offering an exclusive desert experience. Explore the Film City and Desert Escape near Our Habitas Ras Abrouq Resort, where you can enjoy wellness activities, dining, music and cultural activities with your loved ones.
Check out the full Ras Abrouq events here.
Sealine Season
Until 27 January
Where: Sealine Beach Resort
Click here for more details
Why you should go: Get to enjoy exclusive events such as exciting concerts, Doha Bus: Monster Truck & Desert Safaris, Dune bashing tours, hot air balloon flights, and more!
Hosh Msheireb
Until 31 January
Where: Company House, Msheireb Museums
Timings: 4 pm – 10 pm
FREE Entry
Why you should go: Relax in cosy settings with traditional music, hot beverages, and a curated selection of snacks. Your children can also enjoy Storytime at the reading corner, presented by Msheireb Museums in collaboration with Qatar Reads.
Al Wakra Safari Zoo
Until 31 January
Where: Souq Al Wakra
Timings: 10 am – 8 pm
Why you should go: Come and enjoy this incredible event at Al Wakrah Safari Zoo, a fun experience for you and your children.
The tour is available in both English and Arabic. To check the tour schedule, click here
Dutch Art Exhibition at Mondrian Doha
Until 5 February
Where: Mondrian Doha
Timings:
9 am – 11 pm
Why you should go: Experience the captivating world of Dutch historical, modern and contemporary art as it makes its way to Qatar, offering a unique cultural exchange between two vibrant nations.
‘Ellsworth Kelly at 100’ Exhibition
Until 13 February
Where: M7, Msheireb Downtown
Why you should go: The exhibition celebrates what would have been Kelly’s 100th birthday (in 2023) and introduces the MENASA region to the artist’s work, which has profoundly influenced modern and contemporary art, design and aesthetics.
Winter Market at Rixos Premium Qetaifan Island North
Until 27 February
Where: Rixos Premium Qetaifan Island North
Timings: 5 pm – midnight
Why you should go: Their enchanting Winter Market invites you to discover a world of festive delights. Explore charming wooden kiosks filled with exquisite seasonal culinary treats, artisanal crafts, and unique accessories.
Mohamed Melehi: A Giant of Postcolonial Art in Morocco
Until 31 March
Where: Arab Museum of Modern Art
Timings: 9 am – 7 pm
Why you should go: A highlight from Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art’s permanent collection, centering an artist from a generation of Moroccan visionaries.
‘The Race is On’ Exhibition
Until 1 April
Where: 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum
Book your tickets here
Why you should go: Discover the history of the Qatar International Rally from 1975, and celebrate the amazing achievements of trailblazing Qatari rally drivers.
Doha Tour 1
Until 11 January
Where: Longines Outdoor Arena & Longines Indoor Arena at Al Shaqab
Click here for full schedule
Why you should go: The competition showcases Qatar’s commitment to equestrian excellence, providing a platform for world-class riders to compete at the highest level while highlighting the nation’s equestrian heritage.
Al Theyaba Theatrical Play
Until 11 January
Where: Katara Drama Theatre
Click here for full schedule
Why you should go: Join the Creativity for Artistic Production for Altheyaba Theatrical Play, a powerful mix of drama, emotion, and talent at Katara Drama Theatre from 9-10 January.
The Circus at the Old Al Wakra Souq
Until 17 January
Where: Al Wakrah Souq
Entry: To book your ticket, visit click here
Why you should go:Experience the World Circus at Old Al Wakra Souq with daily performances at 5 pm and 7:30 pm. Bring your family and friends, and book your tickets now!
Discover Ras Abrouq
Until 18 January
Where: Ras Abrouq
Entry: To book your ticket, visit doha.platinumlist.net or click here
Why you should go: Discover the captivating area of Ras Abrouq, a destination offering an exclusive desert experience. Explore the Film City and Desert Escape near Our Habitas Ras Abrouq Resort, where you can enjoy wellness activities, dining, music and cultural activities with your loved ones.
Check out the full Ras Abrouq events here.
Sealine Season
Until 27 January
Where: Sealine Beach Resort
Click here for more details
Why you should go: Get to enjoy exclusive events such as exciting concerts, Doha Bus: Monster Truck & Desert Safaris, Dune bashing tours, hot air balloon flights, and more!
Hosh Msheireb
Until 31 January
Where: Company House, Msheireb Museums
Timings: 4 pm – 10 pm
FREE Entry
Why you should go: Relax in cosy settings with traditional music, hot beverages, and a curated selection of snacks. Your children can also enjoy Storytime at the reading corner, presented by Msheireb Museums in collaboration with Qatar Reads.
Al Wakra Safari Zoo
Until 31 January
Where: Souq Al Wakra
Timings: 10 am – 8 pm
Why you should go: Come and enjoy this incredible event at Al Wakrah Safari Zoo, a fun experience for you and your children.
The tour is available in both English and Arabic. To check the tour schedule, click here
Dutch Art Exhibition at Mondrian Doha
Until 5 February
Where: Mondrian Doha
Timings:
9 am – 11 pm
Why you should go: Experience the captivating world of Dutch historical, modern and contemporary art as it makes its way to Qatar, offering a unique cultural exchange between two vibrant nations.
‘Ellsworth Kelly at 100’ Exhibition
Until 13 February
Where: M7, Msheireb Downtown
Why you should go: The exhibition celebrates what would have been Kelly’s 100th birthday (in 2023) and introduces the MENASA region to the artist’s work, which has profoundly influenced modern and contemporary art, design and aesthetics.
MIA Bazaar
Until 22 February
Where: Behind Al Thuraya Planetarium, Katara Cultural Village
Timings:
Fridays: 4 pm – 10 pm
Saturdays: 2 pm – 9 pm
Why you should go: Join the buzz at MIA’s bazaar weekends and enjoy a wide array of stalls and shops in the sunshine. Reminiscent of the Old Souq tradition, the MIA bazaars offer a wealth of stalls from bakeries, a mix of gift selection, clothing and much more.
Winter Market at Rixos Premium Qetaifan Island North
Until 27 February
Where: Rixos Premium Qetaifan Island North
Timings: 5 pm – midnight
Why you should go: Their enchanting Winter Market invites you to discover a world of festive delights. Explore charming wooden kiosks filled with exquisite seasonal culinary treats, artisanal crafts, and unique accessories.
Mohamed Melehi: A Giant of Postcolonial Art in Morocco
Until 31 March
Where: Arab Museum of Modern Art
Timings: 9 am – 7 pm
Why you should go: A highlight from Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art’s permanent collection, centering an artist from a generation of Moroccan visionaries.
‘The Race is On’ Exhibition
Until 1 April
Where: 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum
Book your tickets here
Why you should go: Discover the history of the Qatar International Rally from 1975, and celebrate the amazing achievements of trailblazing Qatari rally drivers.
Doha Tour 1
Until 11 January
Where: Longines Outdoor Arena & Longines Indoor Arena at Al Shaqab
Click here for full schedule
Why you should go: The competition showcases Qatar’s commitment to equestrian excellence, providing a platform for world-class riders to compete at the highest level while highlighting the nation’s equestrian heritage.
Al Theyaba Theatrical Play
Until 11 January
Where: Katara Drama Theatre
Click here for full schedule
Why you should go: Join the Creativity for Artistic Production for Altheyaba Theatrical Play, a powerful mix of drama, emotion, and talent at Katara Drama Theatre from 9-10 January.
The Circus at the Old Al Wakra Souq
Until 17 January
Where: Al Wakrah Souq
Entry: To book your ticket, visit click here
Why you should go:Experience the World Circus at Old Al Wakra Souq with daily performances at 5 pm and 7:30 pm. Bring your family and friends, and book your tickets now!
Discover Ras Abrouq
Until 18 January
Where: Ras Abrouq
Entry: To book your ticket, visit doha.platinumlist.net or click here
Why you should go: Discover the captivating area of Ras Abrouq, a destination offering an exclusive desert experience. Explore the Film City and Desert Escape near Our Habitas Ras Abrouq Resort, where you can enjoy wellness activities, dining, music and cultural activities with your loved ones.
Check out the full Ras Abrouq events here.
Sealine Season
Until 27 January
Where: Sealine Beach Resort
Click here for more details
Why you should go: Get to enjoy exclusive events such as exciting concerts, Doha Bus: Monster Truck & Desert Safaris, Dune bashing tours, hot air balloon flights, and more!
Hosh Msheireb
Until 31 January
Where: Company House, Msheireb Museums
Timings: 4 pm – 10 pm
FREE Entry
Why you should go: Relax in cosy settings with traditional music, hot beverages, and a curated selection of snacks. Your children can also enjoy Storytime at the reading corner, presented by Msheireb Museums in collaboration with Qatar Reads.
Al Wakra Safari Zoo
Until 31 January
Where: Souq Al Wakra
Timings: 10 am – 8 pm
Why you should go: Come and enjoy this incredible event at Al Wakrah Safari Zoo, a fun experience for you and your children.
The tour is available in both English and Arabic. To check the tour schedule, click here
Torba Market
Ongoing until February 2025
Where: Education City
Why you should go: People should visit Torba Market to support Wonky Veg Qatar, a campaign rescuing ‘imperfect’ vegetables to reduce food waste. It’s a chance to enjoy fresh, unique produce while promoting sustainability.
Dutch Art Exhibition at Mondrian Doha
Until 5 February
Where: Mondrian Doha
Timings:
9 am – 11 pm
Why you should go: Experience the captivating world of Dutch historical, modern and contemporary art as it makes its way to Qatar, offering a unique cultural exchange between two vibrant nations.
‘Ellsworth Kelly at 100’ Exhibition
Until 13 February
Where: M7, Msheireb Downtown
Why you should go: The exhibition celebrates what would have been Kelly’s 100th birthday (in 2023) and introduces the MENASA region to the artist’s work, which has profoundly influenced modern and contemporary art, design and aesthetics.
MIA Bazaar
Until 22 February
Where: Behind Al Thuraya Planetarium, Katara Cultural Village
Timings:
Fridays: 4 pm – 10 pm
Saturdays: 2 pm – 9 pm
Why you should go: Join the buzz at MIA’s bazaar weekends and enjoy a wide array of stalls and shops in the sunshine. Reminiscent of the Old Souq tradition, the MIA bazaars offer a wealth of stalls from bakeries, a mix of gift selection, clothing and much more.
Winter Market at Rixos Premium Qetaifan Island North
Until 27 February
Where: Rixos Premium Qetaifan Island North
Timings: 5 pm – midnight
Why you should go: Their enchanting Winter Market invites you to discover a world of festive delights. Explore charming wooden kiosks filled with exquisite seasonal culinary treats, artisanal crafts, and unique accessories.
Mohamed Melehi: A Giant of Postcolonial Art in Morocco
Until 31 March
Where: Arab Museum of Modern Art
Timings: 9 am – 7 pm
Why you should go: A highlight from Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art’s permanent collection, centering an artist from a generation of Moroccan visionaries.
‘The Race is On’ Exhibition
Until 1 April
Where: 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum
Book your tickets here
Why you should go: Discover the history of the Qatar International Rally from 1975, and celebrate the amazing achievements of trailblazing Qatari rally drivers.
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