Doha, Qatar: Whether you are a foodie, a sports enthusiast, or someone who loves supporting a great cause, there’s something for everyone lined up this weekend.
From a vibrant food festival serving up delicious bites to thrilling showjumping race and tennis matches, plus a meaningful charity event, this weekend is packed with excitement.
Read on for more.
Qatar International Food Festival
The Hotel Park Doha
February 12-22, 2025, 4pm to 11pm and weekend 3pm to 12am
Over 100 food and drink kiosks with international and local flavours and exceptional experiences are brought together this weekend for the food lovers in Doha. The Qatar International Food Festival returns bigger and better than ever this year with world-class cuisines from top chefs, live entertainment and exclusive workshops on offers. For more details, click here
H H The Amir Sword International Equestrian Festival
Al Shaqab,
Until February 15, 2025
Over 190 riders from 35 countries are competing in 26 events at Al Shaqab indoor and outdoor arena in the three day event that begins today. Featuring showjumping and dressage competition, the event promises to be action-packed for fans. For more details, click here
Qatar TotalEnergies Open
Khalifa International Tennis and Squash Complex
Until February 15, 2025, matches start at 3:30pm
Polish sensation Iga Swiatek is chasing fourth straight Qatar TotalEnergies Open title at the Khalifa International Tennis and Squash Complex this weekend. Swiatek enjoys an electrifying record in Doha, having not dropped a set in the tournament since 2022. She is on a collision course against Rybakina in the quarters in a rematch of last year’s final. For details, click here
Match for Hope 2025 
Stadium 974
February 14, 2025, 8pm
A battle between creators and legends will be staged in the heart of Doha at Stadium 974 this weekend as the second edition of charity football match is played out.
Featuring Team KSI and AboFlah, managed by Arsene Wenger, will face off Team Chunkz and IShowSpeed, led by Argentine Mauricio Pochettino. Alongside these football legends, some of the world’s top content creators will also take part, including KSI, IShowSpeed, Chunkz, AboFlah, Sharky, Miniminter, and others.
The funds raised from the match would support education projects in several countries, including Lebanon, Palestine, Nigeria, Pakistan, and Syria. For details, click here.
Souq Waqif International Dates Exhibition
Eastern Square, Souq Waqif
Until February 24, 2025 (9am to 12pm & 3:30pm to 10pm)
Local and international exhibitors are showcasing a wide variety of dates aand date products at the Souq Waqif exhibition.
Strawberry, Fig, Jujube Exhibition
Umm Salal Central Market
Until February 19, 2025, (9am to 2pm and 4pm to 8pm)
An exhibition for locally produced strawberries, fig and jujubes opens today at Umm Salal Winter festival. This exhibiton is an initiative to provide direct support to local farmers.
Baraha Musical Concert 
Barahat Msheireb
February 14, 15 and 18
Msheireb Downtown Doha will come alive with a unique blend of Gulf folk music and animated soundtracks as Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra brings its open-air musical concert this weekend. The first two concerts, on February 14 and 15, will spotlight Gulf folk music, preserving traditional melodies while incorporating Western orchestral elements. The performance will pay tribute to Qatar’s maritime heritage, with a focus on the ‘Fijiri’ music style, a traditional genre linked to pearl divers and the sea. On February 18, the Baraha Musical Concert will present a unique experience with “Animated Volume 1: Msheireb Edition,” a performance that has captivated audiences since its debut in 2019. For details, click here
Game | Set | Match – Qatar Tennis Legacy
Pic: Trophy, Ras Laffan ATP Senior Tour of Champions
3-2-1 Qatar Olympics and Sports Museum
Until February 22, 2025 (9am to 7pm everyday except Friday 1:30pm to 7pm)
This exhibition provides a preview of the upcoming Qatar Tennis Museum and also highlights significant milestones in Qatar Tennis Federation's history.
Though entry is free, visitors are advised to book tickets from here.
Healthy Kids Village 
Food Arena at Lusail Corniche
Until February 16, 4pm to 10pm
Primary Health Care Corporation is organising this event which will host health awareness along with recreational games and free medical screenings for kids. The venue will host doctors, including family physicians and psychologists to simplify health and psychological consultations for kids. For details, click here
Experience Ras Abrouq
Until February 15, 2025 (Sun to Thur - 1pm to 10pm;
Friday and Saturday - 10am to 10pm)
This weekend is your last chance to experience the unique desert destination at Ras Abrouq with exquisite dining and cultural experiences. A general admission ticket costing QR10 can be purchased to participate in a variety of free activities, while separate ticket needs to be bought for paid activities such as Camel Ride and Balloon Ride.
Virasat 2
ICC Ashokan Hall
February 14, 2025, 6pm
A cultural organisation Kathakalaya Qatar is organising its annual dance festival this weekend, featuring 50 of its students who will perform traditional Indian classical dance form Kathak. For more details, click here
UV Glow Run 
Doha Sports Park
February 14, 2025, 7pm onwards
A fun run of sprinting, jogging or taking a leisurely stroll distances from 3.5km onwards. Tickets can be bought from Q-tickets and are priced from QR149 onwards for child and QR199 for adult.
Illusion Show 
Qatar National Convention Center
February 14-15, 2025, Friday - 3pm, 5pm and 7pm; Saturday - 4pm, 6pm and 8pm
Jaw dropping tricks and mind-bending illusions will be performed by a talented finalist from Turkish Got Talent at this one-hour non-stop illusion show. Tickets are priced at QR100, QR150 and QR200 and can be purchased on Q-tickets.
