From live art, shopping, to theatre fun, this weekend has something for everyone to explore.
Qatar offers a wide array of activities and destinations perfect for individuals, friends, and families looking to enjoy their weekend.
Looking for things to do this weekend? Doha News has rounded up five events and destinations worth exploring.
1. Live Art Exhibition
A stroll through Katara Cultural Village’s vibrant architecture is always an ideal plan, but what makes it even better is the Live Art Exhibition.
The event is a large gathering of artists with their paintbrushes, colours and canvases who will create masterpieces before the eyes of visitors.
Date: Until September 30
Time: 6:00pm–10:00pm
Location: 21 High Street, Katara Cultural Village
2. Katara’s International Hunting and Falcons Exhibition
Looking to meet some falcons?
The largest edition of Katara’s International Hunting and Falcons Exhibition is still taking place, featuring 260 companies from 21 countries, carefully selected from 420 applicants.
The programme includes live falcon auctions, falcon beauty contests, traditional hood designs, and workshops.
Date: September 10–14
Time:
Saturday-Thursday: 10am–10pm
Friday: 2pm–11pm
Location: Katara Cultural Village
3. Sunset Mangrove Paddle
This weekend, there is also something for nature and sunset lovers—especially as the summer temperature begins to gradually drop.
Those looking to enjoy the outdoors can participate in a sunset paddle in Qatar’s vibrant mangrove forest and explore its biodiverse ecosystem, rich with unique wildlife and stunning natural beauty.
The activity is suitable for families and people of all fitness levels. Tickets can be purchased online.
Date: Until September 30
Time: 4:00pm–07:00pm
Location: Purple Island
4. Doha Shopping Trade Fair 2025
Shopping addicts in Qatar, this weekend is the last chance to visit the Doha Shopping Trade Fair.
Held at the Katara Cultural Village, the fair serves as a one-stop shop for a wide range of items from clothing, home accessories to beauty products among others.
Date: Until September 13
Location: Southern side, Katara Cultural Village
5. Clue – The Whodunnit Mystery
Missed out on last month’s show?
Theatre lovers can still head to THIS Theatre to enjoy the Clue–The Whodunnit Mystery, a stage adaptation of the Hasbro board game and 1985 Paramount movie. The play is a comedic whodunit about murder and blackmail at Boddy Manor.
Date: September 10–19
Time: 7:30pm
Location: THIS Theatre, Mesaimeer
