Visit Qatar Announces Lusail Sky Festival and Eid Al-Fitr Activities
Visit Qatar in collaboration with Qatari Diar announces the Lusail Sky Festival, the largest event of its kind in the region, will take place from April 3rd to 5th 2025, 16:00 – 22:00, coinciding with Eid Al-Fitr celebrations. Taking place at Lusail’s iconic Al Saad Plaza, where visitors can enjoy a unique visual experience in an open-air setting, with free activities available to all. The Lusail Sky Festival will showcase an array of aerial performances, including international aerobatics, skydiving, skywriting demonstrations, and high-speed jet displays. Audiences will witness planes creating intricate formations with coloured smoke, laser displays, and aerial pyrotechnics, alongside spectacular drone shows. Adding to the spectacle, the festival will include skydiving demonstrations, nightly laser and fireworks displays synchronised with music and light effects, and an extraordinary drone show featuring over 3,000 illuminated drones and 150 aircraft equipped with pyrotechnics, creating mesmerising imagery in the night sky. Beyond the aerial performances, visitors can enjoy a diverse entertainment programme on the ground, including a food zone with 14 food trucks and carts offering a variety of culinary options, as well as an entertainment theatre featuring live performances and family-friendly activities. More events and attractions during Eid Al-Fitr A variety of music and entertainment events are in store during Eid Al Fitr, featuring both established and emerging talents. U Finio will host a concert on 4th April, featuring Abdulaziz Al-Dweihi and Hisham Mahrous, while Doha Golf Club will present performances by rising star Too Late, and renowned artist Nick Carter, offering a rich and diverse musical experience. Additionally, the Disney-inspired musical theatre production, The Magic Box, will run from April 3rd to 12th, 2025 at the Qatar National Convention Centre, bringing another dimension of entertainment to the Eid celebrations. Must-visit attractions-The Pearl-Qatar, a key destination with marina views, luxury retail, and fine dining. Nearby, Gewan Island features Qatar’s longest air-conditioned pedestrian walkway and holds two Guinness World Records for the largest outdoor air-conditioned shopping mall and the largest outdoor interactive lighting canopy. In Al Waab, West Walk integrates retail, dining, and year-round events, with a pedestrian promenade featuring innovative cooling technology. For cultural experiences, the Mina District offers waterfront cafés and pastel-coloured buildings in a picturesque setting. Katara Cultural Village remains a key attraction, featuring artistic exhibitions, open-air performances, and scenic beachfront areas. Qatar’s beaches provide a mix of relaxation and adventure. Sealine Beach in Mesaieed offers swimming, camel rides, and desert safaris. Umm Bab Beach on the western coast provides a tranquil camping experience. Doha Beach Club offers luxury amenities and dining, while Doha Sands Beach features a vibrant leisure atmosphere. West Bay Beach combines an urban skyline with a relaxing shoreline and premium services. Residents can take advantage of exclusive offers from Visit Qatar, with discounts across various categories, including food and drink, beauty and spa, health and fitness, leisure and entertainment, hotel stays, and retail services. To access these exclusive offers, visit the link https://visitqatar.com/content/dam/visitqatar/events-calendar/march-2025-events/eid-2025/EID-Alfitr-Offers-2025.pdf.
Doha Film Institute’s ‘Geekend’ Returns From 6–8 February with Largest Creative Marketplace To Date
Doha, Qatar; February 3, 2025: Geekend, the region’s premier pop culture event by Doha Film Institute, returns this February with its largest creative marketplace yet—the Geekend Market. The event will bring together 37 Qatari and regional talents, including participants from the UAE, Bahrain, and Kuwait, for an exciting three-day celebration of creativity and community. Taking place from 6–8 February at the Geekdom Building on Lusail Boulevard, Geekend 2025 will unite Qatar’s diverse geek communities for a weekend of camaraderie and collaboration. Abdulla Al Mosallam, Chief Administrative Officer of Doha Film Institute, and Founder of Geekdom, said: “What makes this year’s Geekend truly special is the extensive participation of Qatari and regional creative talents, making it the largest of its kind Geekend Market to date. This underlines our support and commitment to nurturing talent and building a vibrant ecosystem for content creators in Qatar. Geekend has evolved considerably since its inception not only as a showcase of creativity that brings together like-minded creative individuals and geek enthusiasts but also in building the creative economy of Qatar.” At the Geekend Market, visitors can engage with numerous creative talents, including character designers, concept artists, storyboard artists, and fan artists, who will showcase their talents. Visitors can purchase original artwork, merchandise, and collectables directly from the creators, supporting the local and regional creative community. Geekend also features multiple zones catering to diverse interests. Visitors can relax at the Geekend Lounge or enjoy snacks and beverages at the Geekdom Café. Gaming enthusiasts can participate in competitive board game tournaments, including Quoridor and the first official Qatar Catan Championship, hosted by Majlis Shabab. The winner of the championship will be sponsored by SuperHeated Neurons to represent Qatar at the Catan World Championship 2025 in Germany. Side quests and a board game area with games for all skill levels will also be available. The Escape Room – The Black Forest invites players to solve riddles and challenges to secure their escape. Stage programmes include Karaoke Nights, a Cosplay 101 Workshop, the Yorozuya Anime Quiz, and other anime events hosted by Team Nakama. Visitors can also join a weekend gaming challenge and other fun-filled activities. As always, Geekend serves as a vital networking platform for creative professionals, fostering collaboration and strengthening Qatar’s creative sector. Artists, designers, and contemporary culture enthusiasts will find opportunities to connect, share ideas, and build relationships in a welcoming environment. Tickets for the three-day event are priced at just QAR 20 per day, providing access to a vibrant celebration of pop culture and creativity. For more details please visit: https://www.dohafilminstitute.com/nowplaying/geekend Geekend has become a highly anticipated event on Qatar’s cultural calendar since 2023, attracting a diverse group of artists and creatives from across the region, reflecting its growing popularity and appeal amongst the community. Over the past 2 years, Geekend has seen 347 participants, many of whom have turned their creative projects into independent businesses or licensed ventures, contributing to Qatar’s evolving creative economy.
