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Things to do this weekend in Qatar (November 2-4, 2017)

Published: 02 Nov 2017 - 11:07 am | Last Updated: 28 Dec 2021 - 11:39 am
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         Weekend is upon us and the weather is favouring us too. If you have nothing planned as yet, here's a list of activities taking place in town -- ranging from movies to cycling to fashion.

Cinema Under the Stars

The Doha Film Institute, in partnership with the US Embassy in Qatar, presents a special programme for its ‘Cinema Under the Stars’ series, as part of Discover America Festival 2017. Enjoy a line-up of films to entertain the whole family in an alternative setting to traditional cinema, while enjoying the cooler outdoor evenings.
The movies that will be screening are Big Dream (November 2), Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron (November 3) and Alive Inside (November 4).
Screenings are free and seating is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Where: Museum of Islamic art, Doha.

When: 2 -4 November; 7pm onwards

Details: For more info, Click here

 

Lagoona Mall Fashion Week

Lagoona Mall Fashion Week is back to present you with the best looks from the world’s latest shows.
Lagoona Mall Fashion Week will showcase the fall/winter collections from: Pronovias, Adolfo Dominguez, Vilebrequin, DKNY, Cath Kidston, Juicy Couture, Al Motahajiba, Riva, Choice and By Malene Birger.

Where: Lagoona mall

When: 2 November; 7pm onwards

Details: For more info, Click here:

 

 

A Fun Eggscavation

There is nothing more interesting than being a scientist. Children can now experience that by breaking dinosaurs’ eggs using special tools and spray bottles to break open the frozen eggs.

Where: Doha Festival city; Centre court; First floor

When: Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays (until 4 November); 3pm-9pm

Details: For more info, Click here

 

 

The 12th edition of Heya Arabian Fashion Exhibition

Heya Arabian Fashion Exhibition will return with a rich display of 90 Qatari brands. Overall, the exhibition will showcase more than 150 abaya and modest fashion brands from emerging and established designers from 12 countries, including: Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, India, Turkey, Lebanon, Indonesia, Morocco, Hong Kong, Spain, Germany and Italy. The 12th edition of Heya will offer shoppers and visitors an assortment of unique collections, from high-street apparel, couture and luxury, to the latest modest fashion evening gowns, leather accessories, and for the first-time perfumery and make-up.
This is an Ladies only event. Children under 13 years old are not permitted at any time.
Free entry

Where: Doha exhibition and convention centre

When: 3-7 November; 10 am onwards

Details: For more info, Click here

 

Qatar World Superbike Championship 2017

The Losail International Circuit once again will host the final round of the WorldSBK, the Qatar Round and there’s really no better reason to buy your tickets for the event from 2nd to 4th November 2017.

As previous years, the event will be held at night under the floodlight system of the circuit and the MOTUL FIM Superbike World Championship is sure to be an excited and unpredictable last round. For those wanting an adrenaline rush and fun with friends, the Go Karting Track will be open during the 3-day event with the price of QR 100 for a 15-minute session. There will be a FREE Karting for Kids ONLY during the WorldSBK event.

Where: Losail international circuit

When: 2 – 4 November; 4 pm onwards

Details: For more info, Click here

 

Ladies Training Days at Losail International Circuit

The Losail track will be again open only for ladies to be able to exercise in one of the largest venues in Doha with privacy and enjoy a variety of outdoor activities. There will also be kid activities (kids have to bring their own bikes and helmets).
You will be asked to complete a registration form and sign a waiver.

Activities: Cycle, walk, run or rollerblade around the track

Distance: The Track is 5,31km long and you can do as many laps as you like during the scheduled time

Security: There will be an abaya and bag check-in station. No men will be allowed inside the track area. CCTV will only be monitored by female staff

Only boys under 9 years of age will be allowed inside the track

Where: Losail international circuit

When: 7, 14 and 21 November; 5pm onwards

Details: For more info, Click here