Explore the Excitement of Shop Qatar 2025!
The shopping season in Dubai may be coming to a close, but if you’re still in the mood for retail therapy, why not consider a trip to Qatar? Pack your bags and grab your passports for an exciting getaway to Qatar, where the Shop Qatar 2025 festival awaits. This highly anticipated shopping extravaganza, which launched with a spectacular celebration, is beckoning you to explore its delights.
Running until Saturday, February 1, Qatar’s premier malls will be transformed into a vibrant “Your Shopping Playground,” which is the festival’s enchanting theme. Expect incredible discounts, family-friendly entertainment, thrilling competitions, and raffle prizes that are simply too good to miss. Each Friday, a weekly raffle draw will reward lucky winners with extraordinary prizes, including luxurious Exeed cars, cash rewards ranging from QR10,000 to QR100,000, and the grand prize that everyone is talking about: a Tesla Cybertruck!
The festival commenced on Wednesday, January 1, with a dazzling live performance by the talented Lebanese singer Abeer Nehme at Place Vendôme, setting the tone for a month filled with fun and excitement. On Saturday, February 1, the grand reveal of the Tesla Cybertruck winner will take place at Doha Festival City, featuring special performances, surprise guests, and the celebrated Mall & Retail Awards, which honor excellence in branding, customer experience, and team achievements in the retail sector.
Shop Qatar 2025 Schedule
This year’s shopping festival is packed with a diverse array of family-friendly activities, ensuring that visitors of all ages have a memorable experience. Until Friday, January 31, the Barbie Dreamhouse at Doha Festival City will whisk children away into the iconic world of Barbie, complete with themed rooms and interactive fun. At Place Vendôme, Mr. Bean also runs until January 31, promising plenty of laughs for kids and adults alike, with the beloved character’s quirky antics and fun photo opportunities.
From Wednesday, January 16, to Friday, January 31, Shaun the Sheep will take center stage at Lagoona Mall, keeping young ones entertained with engaging activities and live shows that showcase the playful sheep. Meanwhile, at Mall of Qatar, the Miraculous event brings to life the exhilarating world of superheroes, making it a perfect experience for fans of the animated series and adults who enjoy action-packed adventures.
Little ones will be delighted by Masha and The Bear at Doha Oasis, running from Monday, January 23, to Sunday, January 29, where they can enjoy interactive experiences and live shows featuring their favorite characters. At Tawar Mall, Matchy Match, available on the same dates, offers a fun, interactive game that challenges both kids and adults to pair up and test their memory.
For older kids and teens, Beybattle Burst at City Center, from Monday, January 9, to Sunday, January 15, provides an exciting platform for friendly competitions, while Hot Wheels at Hyatt Plaza, from Tuesday, January 2, to Wednesday, January 11, allows them to race their favorite cars on thrilling tracks. Younger children can enjoy Little Angel at Landmark, also from January 2 to 11, which features gentle, interactive experiences, while Strawberry Shortcake: Berry in the Big City at Villaggio Mall, from January 9 to 15, brings beloved characters to life in a colorful, engaging setting.
From January 16 to 22, the Scrabble Activity Zone at Abu Sidra invites families to enjoy a classic word game in a fun, interactive setting, and Pictionary at Doha Old Port, from January 2 to 11, will ignite creativity for both kids and adults in a playful drawing challenge. With daily roaming parades, mascot meet-and-greets, and interactive games happening across 20 different locations, there’s truly something for everyone to enjoy!
How to Participate in Raffle Draws and Win Prizes
Participating in the raffle draws is simple! Just spend QR200 at any participating venue, which includes popular destinations like Place Vendôme, Doha Festival City, Mall of Qatar, City Center Mall, Landmark Mall, Villaggio, Lagoona Mall, Al Hazm, Hyatt Plaza, Tawar Mall, Al Khor Mall, Msheireb Galleria, Doha Old Port, Lusail Boulevard, Doha Oasis, Gulf Mall, Abu Sidra Mall, The Doha Mall, Ezdan Al Wakra, and The Gate Mall. After shopping, redeem your receipts at designated redemption booths. Weekly draws will be held at the following locations:
- January 10: Mall of Qatar
- January 17: Lusail Boulevard
- January 24: Place Vendôme
- February 1: Doha Festival City
Doha Jewellery and Watches Exhibition Returns for 21st Edition
In addition to the shopping festival, if you’re looking to enhance your jewellery or watch collection, the much-anticipated Doha Jewellery and Watches Exhibition is back! Taking place from Thursday, January 30, to Wednesday, February 5, at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre, this 21st edition brings together esteemed international luxury brands and talented local designers.
Unique workshops, daily industry discussions, and bespoke events will complement the exhibitions, allowing you to immerse yourself in the world of exquisite jewellery and watches. Whether you’re searching for designs from emerging Qatari talents or aiming to expand your collection with pieces from renowned names like Cartier, Bvlgari, Al Majed Jewellery, or Patek Philippe, this is the prime destination for all enthusiasts.
DJWE stands as one of the region’s largest B2B and B2C events, uniting global industry leaders and discerning buyers for unparalleled business opportunities and networking. If you’re interested in exhibiting, you can register through djwe.com.
Mark your calendars: January 1 – February 1.
