Things To Do This Weekend In Qatar (June 6-8, 2024)

(MENAFN- The Peninsula) Alexandra Evangelista | The Peninsula

Doha, Qatar: It's the first weekend of June and the official start of the Summer season in Qatar. Yet despite the heat, an array of events are awaiting to be explored in and outside of Doha.

Through a bespoke list of events, The Peninsula has gathered exciting and diverse happenings for an enjoyable weekend with your friends, family, and even those going solo.

Don't miss out on the latest and trendiest events happening in Qatar. Check them out below!

Indian Mango Festival (Indian Hamba)
Photo by Salim Matramkot/ The Peninsula

May 30 - June 8, 2024
4pm to 9pm
Eastern Square in Souq Waqif

Mango enthusiasts have until Saturday, June 8, to visit the Indian Mango Festival at Souq Waqif. Visitors can expect a wide variety of mangoes from different regions of India presented in 100 outlets from 60 companies.

Geekend Activities
June 6-8, 2024
3pm to 11pm
Geekdom Building, Lusail Boulevard

It's all fun and games during the Geekend with an array of entertainment activities, gaming challenges, and cultural events welcoming visitors during the weekend. The Geekend's activities from Thursday to Saturday include karaoke, board games, Catan tournaments, and more.

Doha Weekends

Every Friday and Saturday in June 2024
4pm to 10pm
Doha Beach Club

Every weekend this month, Torba Market, in collaboration with Doha Weekends has launched a pop-up at Doha Beach Club featuring cool entertainment, amazing stalls, and delicious food. The pop-up can be a perfect mini summer getaway for visitors in the heart of the city of Doha.

3-2-1 Hockey Olympic Sport
June 2-6, 2024
9am to 11am
3-2-1 Qatar Olympic Sports Museum, Activation Zone

Discover the joy of hockey this weekend at the 3-2-1 Hockey Olympic Sport event, in collaboration with the Qatar Hockey Federation. The event which is suitable for all ages, is designed to learn more about the sport, develop hockey skills, and camaraderie with the help of expert coaches.

The event is free to attend but requires registration through this .

Music Night at the Museum: Doha Jazz Band
June 6, 2024
5pm to 7pm
Museum of Islamic Art, Atrium

Arabesque jazz music will take centre stage at the Museum of Islamic Art (MIA) this weekend with extraordinary jazz melodies performed by the Doha Jazz Band. The event will take place in the heart of the museum or MIA's atrium, promising a captivating jazz night.

The event is free to attend, however admission will be on a first-come, first-serve basis. Guests are encouraged to arrive early to secure their seats.

Brass Brilliance
June 8, 2024
7:30pm
QNCC, Auditorium 3

Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra will showcase the talent and versatility of its musicians in a night of orchestra at Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC). The event will feature the orchestra's brass section of soloists in the captivating concert including the extraordinary vocals of Paola Polinori.

The event is welcome to guests 6 years old above and requires tickets to get admission . Tickets are sold in four categories, starting with a minimum of QR150.

At the Garden of O'Keeffe
Until June 8, 2024
9am to 7 pm on Saturday to Thursday
1.30pm to 7pm on Friday
Fire Station Museum (Annex)

The exhibition, "At the Garden of O'Keeffe" will showcase 55 student artworks inspired by Georgia O'Keeffe. The student artist exhibition is in collaboration with IAID and the Fire Station's Artists in Residence to present and explore the distinctive style of O'Keeffe through vibrant floral compositions and abstract landscapes.

Almalath Exhibition

Until June 10, 2024
9am to 9pm
Gallery 45, Katara

This profound exhibition on show at Katara explores themes of family cohesion and its importance. In the exhibit, visitors will also be made aware on the effects of divorce on the family, especially the children, in an artistic and innovative manner. The exhibition will include over 80 diverse thought-provoking artworks.

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