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Things to do this weekend in Qatar (January 8-10, 2025)

Published: 07 Jan 2026 - 07:57 pm | Last Updated: 07 Jan 2026 - 09:08 pm
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Khalid Elsawi | The Peninsula

Doha, Qatar: This weekend promises a number of rejuvenating activities for everyone.

City Speaks exhibition

January 9, 2026
6pm
Building 18, Katara Cultural Village

The Qatar Photography Center will host the GPU Photography Exhibition 'City Speaks' in its headquarters in the Cultural Village Foundation - Katara in cooperation with the Global Photographic Union (GPU).

Director of the Qatar Photography Center Jassim Ahmed Al Buainain said that the exhibition offers a unique visual experience consisting of 96 photographs taken in different cities around the world, curated into 48 paired panels, with the aim of revealing hidden connections among geographically distant urban experiences.

WTT Champions Doha 2026

Until January 11, 2026
Starts 10:30am
Lusail Sports Arena

The world’s top table tennis stars will compete for global glory while showcasing breathtaking speed and skill at WTT Champions Doha 2026. Tickets here.

Katara Auction for Antiques and Collectibles

Starts January 8, 2026; continues every Thursday
8am – 4pm
Near Building 47, Katara Cultural Village

Katara invites you to explore timeless treasures and rare stories that come with a story at the Katara Auction for Antiques and Collectibles.

Magical Weekend at Tawar Mall


January 9, 2026
From 6pm
Tawar Mall

Tawar Mall invites you to a day of magic, laughter, games, mascots and more. Event open to all.

Mozart y Mambo

January 9-10, 2026
Friday: 7:30pm; Saturday: 4pm
Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC) Auditorium 3

Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra (QPO) is set to hold the concert “Mozart y Mambo” with Sarah Willis on January 9 and 10 at the Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC).

Willis is the trailblazing Berlin Philharmonic horn player behind the Mozart y Mambo phenomenon, sparked by her time in Havana and shaped through real collaborations with Cuban musicians. Get ready as Vienna meets Cuba in Doha. Tickets here.

Torba Market

Until February 28, 2026
Friday: 8am– 11:30am; Saturday: 8am – 9pm
Education City

Enjoy a laid-back morning or evening exploring Torba Kitchen’s selection of regional produce, handcrafted items, and artisanal treats.

Pakistan Citrus Festival


Until January 18, 2026
4pm onwards
Souq Al Wakra

From the orchards of Pakistan to Doha, the Pakistan Citrus Festival offers a chance to taste premium kinnows and citrus varieties.