Qatar Calendar Welcomes the Holy Month of Ramadan with a Nationwide Cultural, Sporting and Entertainment Events

Qatar Calendar has announced its preparations to welcome the Holy Month of Ramadan 2026, unveiling a nationwide programme of events and activities spanning heritage, culture, sports and family entertainment.

Organiser:
Qatar Calendar, presented by Visit Qatar, the national platform showcasing events year-round.

Purpose:
To celebrate the Holy Month of Ramadan 2026 with a diverse programme blending heritage, culture, sports, and entertainment.

Cultural & Heritage Highlights:
- Ramadaniyat Heenat Salma at Heenat Salma Farm: workshops, artisan installations, Quran recitations, wellness sessions, Garangao festivities, and stargazing.
- Barahat Ramadan Nights and Layali Msheireb at Msheireb Downtown Doha: distinctive iftar and suhoor experiences.
- Noor Ramadan Lectures at Katara Cultural Village by the Ministry of Awqaf.
- Al Razji Event at Darb Al Saai showcasing authentic Qatari traditions.
- Garangao Night celebrations at Souq Waqif, The Pearl Island, Gewan Island, and Old Doha Port.

Food & Shopping:
- Throwback Food Festival at Old Doha Port (1970s–1990s culinary themes).
- Ramadan bazaars at The Pearl, Lagoona Mall, Museum of Islamic Art, and Al Wakrah Old Souq.

Sporting Events:
- Qatar ExxonMobil Open 2026 (tennis)
- QSF 2 PSA Satellite Squash Tournament
- CHI Al Shaqab, Longines Global Champions Tour, Al Shaqab Cup (equestrian)
- Toyota GR Yaris Qatar Season 2 (motorsport)
- Doha International Basketball Tournament & FIBA World Cup 2027 Qualifiers
- Ramadan football, padel, volleyball tournaments across The Pearl and other venues.

Arts & Exhibitions:
- National Museum of Qatar: Countryside: A Place to Live, Not to Leave
- 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic & Sports Museum: Esports | A Game Changer
- Mathaf: Resolutions – Celebrating 15 Years & Water’s Witness by Tarek Atoui
- Museum of Islamic Art: Empire of Light – Afghanistan
- Fire Station: Ho Tzu Nyen: Hotel Aporia and Haroon Mirza: Everything Was, Is and Always Will Be.

Campaign Theme:
“Qatar, Your Home in Ramadan” – highlighting hospitality, generosity, and togetherness.

Significance
This nationwide programme positions Qatar as a welcoming hub for residents and international visitors, blending spirituality with modern cultural vibrancy during Ramadan.