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Things to do this weekend in Qatar (Nov 18-20, 2021)

Published: 18 Nov 2021 - 02:06 pm | Last Updated: 28 Dec 2021 - 11:40 am
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The weekend is here and we are more than excited!

 

The much-awaited and the biggest motor racing event in the country’s history is set to take place this weekend. All the Formula One teams are already here in Doha and this will be a very exciting weekend for race enthusiasts.

 

Most importantly, as you explore the latest happenings during this weekend, don't forget to practice proper precautionary measures against Covid-19 and enjoy!

Formula 1 Ooredoo Qatar Grand Prix 2021 

Seven-time World Champion Lewis Hamilton of Mercedes and points leader this season Max Verstappen of Red Bull will lead the star cast at Formula One Ooredoo Qatar Grand Prix 2021. 

The iconic 5.38km Losail Circuit Sports Club (LCSC) will host the 20th round of the F1 World Championship winding down to a close. And as urged by officials, arrive early for the three-day events.

There are a host of entertainment activities at the three fan zones which include, remote control race track, stunt show, Driver Photo Wall and live air shows,  

Date: November 19-21 

Location: Losail Circuit Sports Club

Children's Literature Fair

The exhibition is considered as one of the first fair to specialise in children's literature in Qatar. The fair also includes other activities such as workshops, theatrical performances and much more.

Date: November 17 to November 20, 2021 (Thursday to Saturday)

Time: 11:00 am to 10:00 pm ; Friday 2:00 pm-10:00 pm

Location: Tawar Mall next to food court 

For more info, click here

Lusail Drive-in Cinema - Hogwarts

This weekend is a treat for Harry Potter fans as they will be screening a line up of Harry Potter movies at Lusail Drive in cinema. 

For tickets and more info, click here

Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets

Date: November 18, 2021 (Thursday) at 7pm

Location: Lusail, Drive-in Cinema

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban

Date: November 19, 2021 (Friday) at 7pm

Location: Lusail, Drive-in Cinema

Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire

Date: November 20, 2021 (Saturday) at 7pm

Location: Lusail, Drive-in Cinema

Depiction of Expressions - Portraits of Famous Personalities

Portraits of Famous Personalities exhibition by KR Arjuna Suvaraj

Date: November 18, 2021 to November 25, 2021. 

Time: 10:00 am-10:00 pm

Location: Katara, Building 18, Gallery 2

For more info, click here

Qatar Classic Cars Contest and Exhibition

Those who are passionate about classic cars can attend the Qatar Classic Cars Contest and Exhibition which includes participation of 50 classic luxury cars representing different historical categories

Date: November 17, 2021 to November 22, 2021 

Location: Medina Centrale, The Pearl-Qatar

Katara Children’s Festival

On the occasion of International Children's Day presents Katara Children’s Festival. The event is open for public

Date: November 20, 2021

Time: 11am - 9pm

Where: In front of Katara Amphitheater & AlThuraya Planetarium

For more info, click here

The Best of Mozart

Enjoy musical journey through Mozart’s greatest works, with a concert including the Overture from Don Giovanni, a piece regarded as one of Mozart’s supreme achievements and one of the greatest operas of all time and much more.

Date: November 19, 2021 (Friday)

Location:  Qatar National Convention Centre, Auditorium 3

For tickets and more info, click here

We Will Not Leave - Exhibition by Doha Film Institute

Drawing inspiration from the Al-Kurd family living in the embattled Sheikh Jarrah neighbourhood, this year’s exhibit ‘We Will Not Leave’ derives its name from their defiant and now iconic piece of graffiti art. Qatar’s creative community has come together in a spirit of solidarity, support and kinship for our Palestinian brothers and sisters to present a multimedia experience that aims to manifest both the poignant beauty and affecting hardships of their current subjugation…

Date: November 8, 2021 to December 18, 2021

Time: 10:00 am – 10:00 pm (Fridays 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm)

Location: Sikkat Wadi Msheireb

Price: Entrance for this event is FREE

Christian Dior: Designer of Dreams

Fashion exhibition that will feature a selection of pieces that have never been shown before, including ensembles from the private collection of Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser.

When: November 6, 2021 - March 31, 2022

Where: M7 in Msheireb Downtown

For tickets and info, click here

Virgil Abloh: "Figures of Speech"

With more than 55 works, the event is the first museum exhibition in the Middle East, that offers an in-depth look at Abloh's diverse pioneering media practice that ranges from visual arts to music, fashion, architecture and design.

When: November 5, 2021 - March 31, 2022

Where: Fire Station

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Kader Attia: On Silence

A major solo exhibition dedicated to the work of the artist over the last two decades. The exhibition will feature a wide range of work across all media and include site-specific installations, sculptures, collages, drawings, video and photography.

When: November 8 - March 30, 2022 

Where: Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art

For tickets and info, click here

Msheireb Market by Torba

High-street open-air market where you can find street vendors offering an array of products and items, including local organic vegetables, handmade crafts and jewellery, speciality foods and coffee, health and beauty products and a garden centre. 

When: Every Saturday ongoing till March; 3:00 pm-9:00 pm

Where: Sikkat Al Wadi, Msheireb Downtown Doha

For more info, click here

American muscle cars Exhibition

As part of the Qatar-USA 2021 Year of Culture, American Muscle Cars is on display at NMOQ. An exhibition charting the increase in the supply of American automobiles to Qatar during the 1960s and 1970s.

When: Ongoing until February 2022

Where: National Museum of Qatar (NMoQ)

For more info, click here