This weekend is packed with festivals and exhibitions for families and friends to enjoy.

Qatar’s winter calendar is always packed with a variety of activities, many of which can fill an entire weekend. The first weekend of the year’s final month is especially lively, offering something for everyone—from sports to fashion to food.

1. FIFA Arab Cup

The return of the FIFA Arab Cup to Qatar has ignited the football spirit, bringing back scenes of unity especially among the region’s populations. Several matches are taking place this weekend.

On Friday, Comoros will face Saudi Arabia and Oman will play against Morocco. More games are then scheduled on Saturday including: UAE vs Egypt, Kuwait vs Jordan, Sudan vs Iraq, Bahrain vs Algeria.

Date: Until December 18
Time: Depending on selected match
Location: Based on match venue

2. Brouq events

The Brouq Season’s second edition features an array of activities for visitors to enjoy. The experience includes expanded family areas, cultural workshops, live performances, an outdoor cinema, a mini safari experience along with many other activities.⁠

Booking details and further details can be found online.

Date: Until January 17, 2026
Location: Zekreet

3. Qatar Outlet Exhibition

Since this is the first weekend of the month, shopping addicts can treat themselves at the Qatar Outlet Exhibition at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC).

The event is where luxury meets affordability, where people can purchase a wide range of items, whether it is jewellery, home appliances and accessories, clothing, perfume among many others.

Date: Until December 6

Time: 
Friday: 3:00pm-12:00am
Saturday: 10:00am–10:00pm

Location: DECC

4. Coffee,Tea,& Chocolate Festival

It is Qatar foodies’ favourite time of the year as the annual Coffee Tea & Chocolate Festival has returned. The culinary event is filled with a wide range of mouthwatering desserts and overwhelming options of coffee and tea stalls to visit.

Date: December 4–13
Time: 4:00pm–11:00pm
Location: Al Bidda Park

5. Souq Waqif Flower Festival

Looking to purchase freshly picked flowers or plant pots?

The Souq Waqif Flower Festival is one for flower lovers or gardening enthusiasts with various renowned farms from Qatar and beyond participating.

Date: Until December 12
Location: Western Square, Souq Waqif