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Things to do this weekend in Qatar (October 17-19, 2019)

Published: 16 Oct 2019 - 08:47 am | Last Updated: 28 Dec 2021 - 11:39 am
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Today is the last day you can watch the world’s best beach athletes in action at the ANOC World Beach Games, while for the rest of the weekend you can visit the dazzling jewellery exhibition at NMOQ, attend the second local dates festival or go to the Asian Night Market. There’s lots of options for you to choose from our list of events happening in Doha.

Jewellery exhibition at NMOQ

More than 125 dazzling pieces of jewellery and art objects crafted by iconic French jewellery designer Jean Schlumberger are on display at the “Magnificent Jewels of Jean Schlumberger: From the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts Collection” exhibition.

The exhibition is dedicated to the vibrant and sculptural work of Schlumberger (1907–1987) who trans-formed 20th century fashion with jewellery and accessories inspired by natural forms.

The exhibition includes pieces from the Rachel Lambert Mellon Collection at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts.  The exhibition features the designer’s imaginative, witty and awe-inspiring interpretations of animal and botanical subjects, particularly marine life and flowers, which combine precious metals and gemstones, as well as organic materials.

The entry ticket to the exhibition is QR20 for adults; QR10 for students and free for children under 16, Culture Pass Plus and Culture Pass Family Members, and visitors with disabilities.

Where: National Museum of Qatar

When: Ongoing till January 15, 2020

For more info, click here

 

ANOC World Beach Games

Qatar is the first country to host the ANOC World Beach Games that saw participation of over 1,200 athletes, representing around 90 countries from all over the globe at four locations: Katara Cultural Village, Aspire Zone, Al Gharafa Stadium and the Ritz-Carlton Doha's Leqtaifiya Lagoon

The featured sports include Aquathlon, 3x3 Basketball, Rock Climbing, Beach Handball, Karate Kata In-dividual, Kitefoil Racing, Climb Bouldering, Skateboarding, Waterski, Wakeboard, Beach Soccer and Open Water 5km, Beach Tennis, Beach Volleyball 4x4, and Beach Wrestling.

Public have free access to ANOC World Beach Games Qatar 2019, which will end on October 16.

When: October 12 - 16

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Asian Night Market 2019

The inaugural DC Asian Night Market 2019 is all set to celebrate cultural diversity through cuisine.

More than 30 Asian restaurants offering Korean, Filipino, Thai, Indian, Pakistani, Turkish and Arabic specialties are set-up at the market.

In addition, various community groups including choirs, theater groups, dance crews and singers will provide entertainment. An Acoustic Night will be part of the regular weekend programme.

There will be a photo booth to serve as souvenir of event visitors as well as free cupcake making for children aged five to 12 to be hosted by WASAHQ Culinary Arts, in addition to henna and face painting.

Entry to the market is free of charge.

Where: Aspire Park

When: October 17 – November 16 (5pm – 12:00am)

For more info, click here

 

Qatar’s Best Talents

Mall of Qatar’s ‘Qatar’s Best Talents’ will run again every Friday at the Oasis stage. Singing duets, hip-hop performances, folk dances and piano recitals are some of the excellent enter-tainment mix to be showcased as part of the programme.

‘Qatar’s Best Talents’, in their third season, showcases up to 10 performances in dancing, singing, and other performing arts selected by MoQ.

Where: Mall of Qatar

When: October 18 – November 29 (10am – 11:50pm)

For more info, click here

Local Dates Exhibition 2019

The local dates exhibition will be organised for the second time this year by the Ministry of Municipality and Environment and Souq Waqif, with the participation of 56 local farms and Hassad Food Company.

Where: Souq Waqif

When: October 16 – 26 (3pm - 10pm)

For more info, click here

 

American Show

Love humming to country music? Head to Ooredoo stage at the Mall of Qatar oasis where an American Band will perform the best pop, rock and country music at the American Show. So, head to MOQ and sing along!

Where: Mall of Qatar

When: October 17 (7pm - 9pm)

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Neuroland

The Mall of Qatar will be hosting Neuroland, a mind-blowing experience for kids (aged five and above) and adults.

Live in Qatar for the first time, Neuroland puts your brain to test while being linked to various games with different tasks to complete, using only your mind.

Head monitors measure heart rate and blood pressure giving you the amazing opportunity to drive, work, play and move any object with only the powerful force of your mind.

The activity is free of charge and no pre-registration is required.

Where: Mall of Qatar

When: October 18 – 26 (12pm - 9pm)

 

"Diplomat’s Journey" Exhibition

Katara and the Embassy of Cyprus present "Diplomat’s Journey" exhibition by the Artist Dr Michalis A Zacharioglou.

Where: Katara

When: October 17 – 28 (10am - 10pm)

 

Yemen a captivating love Exhibition

Katara presents Yemen a captivating love Exhibition by photographer Modhi Hamad Al Hajri.

Where: Katara

When: October 17 – 29 (10am - 10pm)

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Tarana - A Musical Rendezvous

Katara and Indian Embassy in Qatar are hosting Tarana - A Musical Rendezvous by North Indian Classi-cal Musicians. Children below the age of 6 are not allowed to attend the event.

Where: Katara

When: October 18 (7pm onwards)

To register, click here

 

Bruch First Violin Concerto

The instrumental bravura and tender lyricism of German Romantic composer Max Bruch’s beloved First Violin Concerto is set to cast a spell on classical music lovers at Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra’s concert tomorrow night featuring German violinist Tobias Feldmann

Where: Qatar National Convention Centre

When: October 17 (7:30pm on-wards)

For more info, click here