Weekend Watchlist: Your No-Nonsense Guide To All The Big Events Happening This Weekend In Qatar

December is stacked with festivals, concerts, and Arab Cup energy across the country. This list keeps things simple: short, direct, and filled with only the events worth knowing about.

Expect epic concerts, desert adventures, free festivals, and a McDonald’s celebration that’s honestly too iconic not to check out.

Ready? Let’s go

6. Arab Cup Activations at Old Doha Port

Football vibes + seaside energy? Say no more. Old Doha Port is turning into an Arab Cup hub with daily entertainment, activities, and a full-on family-friendly atmosphere.

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When & Where:
📍 Old Doha Port
📅 1–18 December 2025
⏰ 4pm–10pm
💸 Free entry – no tickets needed

5. The Village Festival – Arab Cup at Doha Festival City

Screens under the stars, concerts, crowds, energy — it’s THE outdoor hotspot this season. From El Shami to DJ Aseel and Rahma Riad, the vibes are simply undefeated.

When & Where:
📍 Doha Festival City
📅 28 November – 18 December 2025
⏰ Evenings from 7pm
🎤 Performances:
• DJ Aseel – 11 Dec, 7pm
• Rahma Riad – 18 Dec, 5:30pm
💸 Totally free – zero tickets needed

 

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4. McDonald’s Qatar Turns 30 — and They’re Celebrating on a Dhow! 

Yes, you read that right… McDonald’s Qatar just launched its very own McD Dhow. A fully branded traditional Qatari dhow cruising along the Corniche.
It’s heritage meets Big Mac energy — and it’s honestly ICONIC.

What’s Happening on Board:
⭐ 1-hour cruise packed with games
⭐ Selfie spots & McD character appearances
⭐ FREE meal voucher
⭐ FREE McFlurry voucher
⭐ FREE exclusive 30th anniversary tote bag
⭐ Family-friendly, Gen-Z-friendly, everyone-friendly activities

Why It’s a Big Deal:
It marks 30 years since McDonald’s opened in Qatar back in December 1995 — 30 years of serving feel-good moments and giving back under its “One of You” platform.

When & Where:
📍 Doha Port – Box Park (Containers’ Yard)
📅 10–18 December
⛵ Multiple trips daily

Grab your friends, hop on the dhow, and sail into 30 years of Happy Meal memories — the McDonald’s way.

3. Coffee, Tea & Chocolate Festival 

A whole festival dedicated to brews, teas, chocolate, and amazing bites? Say less. It’s free, delicious, and the perfect chill plan.

When & Where:
📍 Al Bidda Park
📅 4–13 December 2025
⏰ 4pm–11pm
💸 Free entry – walk in anytime

 

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2. Brouq Desert Experience — Qatar’s Most Stunning Outdoor Escape

If you’re looking for adventure + nature + culture all in one place, Brouq is the blockbuster experience of the season. Zip lines, hot air balloons, glamping, workshops, wildlife zones — it’s basically a desert festival.

Highlights:
🔥 Qatar’s longest zipline
🔥 25m high adventure tower
🔥 Film City souq experience
🔥 Wildlife encounters
🔥 Outdoor cinema & live performances
🔥 Art installations
🔥 Premium dining by W Hotel
🔥 Luxury glamping w/ sea views

When & Where:
📍 Ras Abrouq, West Coast
⏰ Sun–Thu: 2pm–9pm | Fri: 1pm–9pm | Sat: 10am–9pm
🎟 General Admission: QR 50 adults | QR 30 kids
🚗 Pre-booking STRONGLY recommended

This one sells out fast — don’t just show up without a booking.

 

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1. Bailamos Salsa & Latino Night 💃🔥

Every Wednesday means Latin night in Doha — with live Cuban music and all the salsa, kizomba, bachata and reggaetón you can handle.

When & Where:
📍 Tahitian Village, Hilton Doha
📅 Until 31 December 2025
⏰ 9pm–2am
💸 Free entrance
📞 66652436

 

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