A broadway musical, a drift race, a basketball championship and many Qatar National Day events are some of the interesting events scheduled to happen this week. Let us know which one you plan to attend.
Qatar National Day festivities begin at Darb Al Saai
Qatar Tourism as part of its Qatar National Day celebrations has got together many interesting activities at the Darb Al Saai grounds in Al Sadd near Sports roundabout. Various government and non-governmental organizations have put up their tents to educate and entertain families. This year the activities focus on education and lifelong learning; research and innovation; culture and heritage preservation; sustainability; and sports, health and wellbeing. Supreme Council of Health is also set up a health tent and offering free medical check-ups for visitors as well as vaccination against seasonal influenza.
Venue: Darb Al Saai in Al Sadd
Date: Till December 18, 2015
Time: 8am to 12:30pm and 4pm to 11:00pm
All the broadway fans, head to watch Disney’s Beauty and Beast
Catch the touching story of a prince-turned-beast and the beautiful Belle at the Qatar National Convention Centre. The original broadway musical spectacular will be held till December 19, 2015 and has come to Doha for the first time. Disney’s Beauty and Beast is renowned to be one of the most successful musical productions of all time. Do book your seats.
Venue: Qatar National Convention Centre
Date: Till December 19, 2015
Time: Two shows on Friday (3pm and 8:30pm) Three on Saturday (11am, 3pm and 8:30pm)
Tickets and other details: Click here
Get your adrenaline pumping at Qatar Drift Championship
Qatar Racing Club is hosting the third round of Qatar Drift Championship where Dohaites will get a chance to view best drifters from the Middle East compete for the crown. A free event, the tickets are selling like hot cake with three zones of the five sold out. In case you are interested book your seats before you miss the chance.
Venue: Qatar Racing Club
Date: Friday, December 11, 2015
Time: 6pm to 10pm
Ticket: Tickets are available at the counter and at various locations in Doha. For details contact: 4028 6000
Cheers for the top Basketball players at the FIBA 3x3 All Stars Game
Another sporting event lined up this weekend is the FIBA 3x3 All Stars Basketball Game that will see the final top ranking players from around the world. Qatar Basketball Federation is hosting this free event that will bring number one players - Yaseen Musa of Qatar, Jasmin Hercegovac of Europe and Tomoya Ochiai of Japan – compete at a single venue. Number one team at the FIBA 3x3 World Tour - Novi Sad Al Wahda of UAE and a guest team from Canada will also be competing ensuring a tough match.
Venue: Al Gharafa Beach Games Complex, Doha
Date: Friday, December 11, 2015
Time: 4:30 pm onwards
Details: Click here
Fans of Falcon, head to the Third Labertha Falcon Championship
Al Thakhira Youth Centre will organize the third edition of its falcon championship at its centre this weekend. The event, that gets over this weekend, is aimed to maintain the Qatari heritage and identity, among the newer generations.
Venue: Al Thakira Youth Centre, Al Dhakira
Date: Till December 12, 2015
Details: Click here
Beat cancer at the Boot Camp Qatar
This Saturday, be at the Beat Cancer at the Boot Camp Qatar to be held at Sharq Village & Spa. The free event is a one day programme organized to create awareness on the early detection and prevention of cancer. A variety of exercise activities such as cardio and strength workout, team building and other exercise styles will be conducted by professional trainers from Six Senses Spa. Activities include tyre race, tunnel rat, landmine field and the finale challenge is the treasure hunt.
Venue: Dana Gardens at the Sharq Village & Spa
Date: Saturday, December 12, 2015
Time: 8:30am to 12:00pm
Details: Click here
Get into the Qatar National Day mode at Calgary International Preschool
Calgary International Preschool invites families to enjoy the Qatar National Day celebrations on December 12 in its campus at the Sports City Street. The school has planned lots of activities for Adults and Children.
Venue: Calgary International Preschool at Sports City Street
Date: Saturday, December 12, 2015
Time: 2:00pm to 4:30pm
Details: Click here
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