DOHA: Souq Waqif expects to receive over 220,000 visitors during the six/day Eid Al Adha Festival that begins on October 26.
The director of Souq Waqif, Mohammed Al Salim, said that the festival will last six days because they are expecting 220,000 visitors, with an average of 35,000 every day.
According to the director of Souq Waqif, 20,000 visitors are expected to come from Saudi Arabia and another 10,000 from other GCC countries, Al Raya daily reported yesterday quoting him.
Al Salim said that this year the administration is trying to introduce new activities to attract visitors from different nationalities. The festival will include events for children and elders.
The children’s programme will comprise performances of two young singers, Rana Marrar from Palestine, and Halal Al Turk from Bahrain.
In addition, there will be a special attraction in the kid’s play area brought from France which will include various games.
There will also be a cirque in the main road of Souq Waqif and a Disney show.
The director of Souq Waqif stated that “children’s games are secure, as the administration considers safety as a top priority.” He added that organisers will avoid crowds and excessive people movement in the market.
All events will be free, except the entrance to Al Rayyan Theatre which tickets are priced at QR50.
The activities will start at 4.30pm and will conclude at 9.30pm. The director warned restaurants and cafes not to increase prices during this period. Also, the Traffic Department will monitor the roads around the area.
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