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Things to do this weekend in Qatar (February 27- March 1, 2025)

Published: 26 Feb 2025 - 04:10 pm | Last Updated: 26 Feb 2025 - 04:34 pm
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Khalid Elsawi | The Peninsula Online

Doha, Qatar: During this final weekend before the start of the holy month of Ramadan, enjoy a number of light, fun, and fulfilling activites aimed at excitement, education, and exploration.

Mahaseel Festival 

On until fourth day of Eid Al Fitr 
Katara 

The 10th edition of the Mahaseel Festival begins today, Wednesday, at the Katara, organised in cooperation with the Department of Agricultural Affairs at the Ministry of Municipality, to support domestic agricultural production and enhance food security in Qatar.

The festival will continue until the fourth day of Eid Al Fitr with the participation of 33 local farms and three national companies, including two dairy companies and a poultry company, in addition to a number of nurseries displaying a variety of plants and flowers and special pavilions for the participation of productive families that offer a range of popular foods. Read more

Asian Nuts & Dried Fruits Exhibition

Representational image. Source: Vecteezy

March 1-10, 2025
7:30pm – 12am
Souq Waqif Eastern Square

Souq Waqif invites you to attend the inaugural exhibition of nuts and dried fruits from a variety of Asian countries.

Education Malaysia Fair in Qatar

February 27- March 1, 2025
4pm – 9pm (February 27 and 28); 8pm – 1pm (March 1)
JW Marriott Marquis City Centre Doha

Meet Malaysian Universities Representatives in Doha to discover more on the options and what suits you best for your educational journey in the Southeast Asian nation. To register for the event click here

Dirwazh Farm Ramadan bazaar

Until February 28, 2025
3pm – 10pm
Dirwazh Farm

Dirwazh Farm promises a unique atmosphere their Ramadan bazaar, with small and local businesses participating, restaurants and coffee shops, as well as family-friendly activities.

QU Souq     

Until February 27, 2025
Morning period: 10am – 3pm (University Community); Evening Period: 3pm – 8pm (Open to all); Morning period on Wednesday and Thursday (Ladies only): 10am – 3pm
Qatar University, Student Affairs Building 11, Multipurpose Hall.

Created by Qatar University students, the QU Souq allows students to showcase their diverse products, and provides them with firsthand experience to help them engage in real-world commercial practices.

Surfed Here, the Journey Exhibition

Until February 28, 2025
10am – 10pm 
Katara Culturall Village, Building 16 (outdoor area)

 

Katara, in cooperation with the Embassy of El Salvador, bring you the Annette Handal exhibition which explores that artist homeland’s connection to surfing, highlighting it as something that goes beyond just a mere sport, but rather a bridge that unites the people of El Salvador with nature.

Qatar 1812 KM – FIA World Endurance Championship 2025

Until February 28
Day 1: 9am – 9:30pm; Day 2: 9:25am – 12am
Lusail International Circuit

The second Qatar 1812 KM - FIA World Endurance Championship 2025 will take place at Lusail International Circuit with ten-hour endurance race featuring superstars like Valentino Rossi, Kevin Magnussen, and the Iron Dames.
High-octane races and family friendly activities are promised to all visitors. Tickets here.

Hosh Ramadan

Until March 30, 2025
Hosh Msheireb

Experience the warmth of Ramadan at Msheireb Museums inspired by the cherished family gatherings in the courtyard of a Qatari heritage house. Read more