Qatar National Day Events Timing 2024

On 18 December, Qatar will commemorate its unification in 1878. Happy Qatar National Day is celebrated annually with various traditional activities, costume displays, military parades, fireworks, and Qatari flag displays nationwide.

As announced by the organizing committee, the Qatar National Day slogan this year is ‘Al Maali Kaydah,’ which means that the path of excellence is difficult.

The citizens celebrate Qatar National Day with great enthusiasm. Many events are set up for enjoyment purposes. The day and night events are organized at different places. Qatar National Day Event Timings 2024 are shared before the events are started. These events bring people closer together and help them share happiness. Qatar National Day Events include face paintings, food competitions, fun games, and many more. These celebrations ended at the end of the day with fireworks presentations. The government also organizes Qatar National Day events, inviting many remarkable people. Qatar National Day Events Timings 2024 are shared with the public via live TV broadcasts or any primary website. Events like these are mind-relaxing for people.

Happy Qatar National Day Events Timing 2024 (Expected)

This listing will be regularly updated, bookmark this page, and don’t miss any updates.

Qatar National Day National Parade

Corniche Road, Qatar | 18 December | 9:00 AM

The parade is closed to the public due to COVID-19. (Only Invitation)

It is a fantastic parade where people will enjoy a parade by MOI, Emiri Guards, Lekhwiya, Civil Defense, and other governmental bodies. There will also be aerial and sea displays by the Air Force and Navy. The Corniche Road will be closed from 6:00 AM!

Qatar National Day Air Show

According to the Qatar Government, the 2024 Qatar National Day air show will only be part of the parade.

Date: 18 December 2024 – 18 December 2024
Time: 03:15 pm – 03:35 pm
Ticket Purchase: No tickets are needed
Price: No ticket is needed – It’s free!

Qatar National Day Fireworks (Al Sharakhiat)

Corniche, Qatar | 18 December | 8:30 PM

There’ll be music, lights, and giant fireworks. Last year, the fireworks were in sync with a story. Make sure to get a good spot! Check out this scene of fireworks behind the skyscrapers on our YouTube. QND Fireworks are held at the Corniche as part of National Day events on December 18, 2024, to celebrate the National Day of the State of Qatar.

Doha Festive Lighting

Corniche, Qatar | Until 19 December | 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM

Qatar citizens and residents will be treated to eight interactive installations, one musical water show, and the largest-ever monumental LED installation in Qatar at the Corniche from Al Masrah Park to Pearl Monument.

Fireworks at The Torch Doha Hotel

The Torch Doha Hotel | 17 December | TBC

It is a dazzling show that will light up the skies in Qatar. Enjoy a spectacular fireworks night from The Torch Doha Hotel on December 17th, 2024! Note: Timing to follow.

Katara Fireworks Display

Katara Cultural Village | 17 December | 07:00 PM

A fireworks display will occur tonight in Katara at 7:30 p.m. to celebrate Qatar National Day 2024.

Qatar National Day Pastries

Alwadi Hotel Doha | 12-18 December | All Day

To mark this year’s National Day, Atteatude will launch the festivities with an array of Qatari pastries prepared perfectly by Alwadi Doha Chefs.

Call: +974 4009 9666

Qatar Balloon Festival 2024

Aspire Park | 9 – 18 December | 04:00 PM – 10:00 PM

The Qatar Balloon Festival 2nd edition is a 10-day hot air balloon festival in which 35 balloons will participate worldwide.

Qatari Heritage Section Tour

• 18 December | 03:00 PM – 05:00 PM
• 19 December | 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM & 03:00 PM – 05:00 PM

Qatar Art Exhibition

• Regular museum hours

Arabic Calligraphy Souvenir by our Calligrapher

• Regular museum hours

Photo Opportunity in a Traditional Qatari Majilis Setting

• Regular museum hours | December 18 until January 2, 2024

Doha Festival City

Doha | 14th December to 18th December | 02:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Doha Festival City will hold the following festivities for this year’s Qatar National Day.

Classic Car Show

Like every year, people will enjoy a blast from the past when Qatar was modernizing. You’ll get to see a rare collection of classic cars that government officials used to use.

Traditional Boat Show

Enjoy two displays of various styles of Qatari boats and dhows. It’s great to see these beautiful vessels that helped the older generation survive.

Palm Tree Illumination

Corniche (and around Qatar) | 15th – 31st December | Night

Don’t forget to pass by the Corniche, to check out how the Palm Tree Illumination! It’s a beautiful sight. Honestly, we wish it could always look like that.

Kids Activities

Kids will get a chance to play games, have fun, and enjoy the different forms of entertainment shaped around National Day.

Al Izbba

Darb Al Saai | Not be held this year 2024 due to coronavirus pandemic.

Al-Izbba is where a man is away from home, looking after camels in the wild valleys and deserts. Come and look at what the site used to look like and how it was managed.

Al Nasa (Rifle shooting)

Darb Al Saai | Not be Held Due to Coronavirus Pandemic.

Qataris are well known for rifle and shotgun shooting as a sport. Come on down to learn how to shoot for yourself! Professional trainers will supervise and teach the traditional principles of Al Nasa.

Al Shaqab (Horse Riding)

Darb Al Saai | Not be Held Due to Coronavirus Pandemic.

Take beautiful horses, dress them up in traditional dressage, enjoy a great horse show, and also enjoy riding them!

Pearl Illumination

Palm Island (Corniche) | Not be Held Due to Coronavirus Pandemic.

Do you remember Palm Island? No? Well, it used to be a micro-resort before it was sadly removed. Now, it will be a beautiful illumination for everyone to enjoy.

Traditional Games

Sheraton Park | It will not be held due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Play traditional Qatari games like sculpted tops, sticks and tires, kook, and more! It’s fun seeing how we grew up before iPads and PlayStations.

Al Mishabayh (Oryx)

Darb Al Saai | Not be Held Due to Coronavirus Pandemic.

Learn about one of Qatar’s native animals, the Oryx. You’ll understand how they breed them, take pictures, and perhaps even pet some.

Arda and Poetry

Darb Al Saai | Not be Held Due to Coronavirus Pandemic.

This will be super fun. It is a competition between schools and senior professionals where they share their poetic skills and perform an Arda (a local dance with swords).

Traditional Activities

Ritz Carlton | Not be Held Due to Coronavirus Pandemic.

It sounds mysterious, but honestly, that’s all we know. Traditional activities will be held at the Ritz.

2030 Train Tour

Corniche | It will not be held due to the coronavirus pandemic.

It’s a special tour for kids, and they get to see three stations showing Qatar’s evolution. Jump on board the 2030 train.

Traditional Tent

Katara – Esplanade | Not be Held Due to Coronavirus Pandemic.

A traditional tent featuring accomplishments and items by the Al-Gannas Society (Arab Hunters). There will be an Al-da o (the Lure) show as well!

NOTE: Ensure to confirm the Qatar National Day Airshow timings, location, and details of other events through official platforms and trusted electronic media.

Share your events with us

Do you have a National Day event going on? Could you share it with us? Just email info@qatarnationalday.net