Events this Weekend – June 12
Qatar is buzzing with exciting events from June 8–14, offering something for everyone. Families can explore the vibrant LEGO® Shows at QNCC, enjoy interactive fun with Blippi at Doha Festival City, or race into action with Sonic at Place Vendôme Mall. Music lovers can immerse themselves in candlelit tributes to Queen and ABBA or attend soulful concerts like Hridayaragangal Season 8. Theater fans can catch the Arabic play Maskon Laila, while nightlife enthusiasts can enjoy high-energy parties like 'Ultra' Live at Glo Bar or the futuristic Another Dimension 2060 at Society Doha. Don't miss the Al Hamba Indian Mango Exhibition at Souq Waqif, where you can discover a delicious variety of mangoes and mango-based products in a festive, family-friendly atmosphere.
Al Hamba Indian Mango Exhibition 2025
For the second year in a row, Souq Waqif partners with the Embassy of India to celebrate everything mango. Step into the air-conditioned tent at Souq Waqif's Eastern Square and browse stalls brimming with mango delights—think fresh fruit, chilled juices and shakes, spicy pickles, saplings for your garden, pastries, cakes, and plenty more.
Date: June 12 - 21, 2025
Timings: 4 pm – 9 pm
Location: Eastern Square, Souq Waqif
Access: Free
Afsana Khan Live in Doha
On June 13th, Black Orchid - Doha's hottest party spot - is taking over the night with Afsana Khan's Live Performance!
Date: June 13, 2025
Timings: 10 pm
Location: Black Orchid - Mondrian Hotel
Access: Tickets on Q-Tickets
LEGO® Shows 2025
LEGO® Shows Qatar is a vibrant celebration of creativity for fans of all ages – from curious kids to lifelong builders. Designed for families, enthusiasts, and school groups, the event features dedicated zones packed with hands-on building, a giant inflatable playground, and multiple stages hosting daily live shows and performances. Guests can also enjoy a cozy cinema zone screening four different LEGO® movies daily, then refuel at the Food Arena with a variety of delicious local and international bites. It's not just an event, it's a 10,000 sqm world of imagination, colour, building and adventure you don't want to miss!
Date: June 7 - 22, 2025
Timings: 1 pm – 11 pm
Location: QNCC
Access: Tickets on Platinumlist.com
Blippi's Garage
Blippi is coming to Doha Festival City from June 8 to 14 for a week of fun, games, and learning! Kids can enjoy workshops and surprises at Blippi's Garage from 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM, with meet & greet sessions daily at 3:00, 5:00, 7:00, and 9:00 PM. Spend QAR 250 at any store and show your receipt at the entrance to get access for two kids. Don't miss the fun at Center Court!
Date: June 8 -14, 2025
Timings: 2 pm – 10 pm
Location: Doha Festival City
Sonic the Hedgehog at Place Vendome Mall
Place Vendôme Mall invites visitors to speed into the fun with an exciting Sonic-themed adventure, where fans can race, play, and test their skills just like the iconic blue hedgehog. This action-packed experience offers thrilling games and interactive challenges for all ages, along with the chance to meet Sonic in person—making it the perfect destination for family fun and unforgettable memories this season.
Date: June 6 - 14, 2025
Timings: 5 pm – 9.40 pm
Location: Place Vendôme Mall
Access: Free
Candlelight: Queen Vs. ABBA
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Doha. Get your tickets now to enjoy the music of Queen Vs. ABBA at the Museum of Islamic Art under the gentle glow of candlelight.
Date: June 13, 2025
Timings: 5.30 pm, 7.30 pm
Location: Museum of Islamic Art Auditorium
Access: Tickets on feverup.com
Maskon Laila Theatrical Play (Arabic)
Catch the thrilling Kuwaiti theatrical play Maskon Laila in Qatar this Eid.
Date: June 8 - 13, 2025
Timings: Various shows
Location: U-Venue
Access: Tickets on eventat.com
EID MALHAR 3.O
Eid Malhar 3.0 is Qatar's most anticipated Eid celebration – a high-energy cultural extravaganza that brings together music, dance, and joy under one unforgettable night. After two successful editions, this year's event promises a bigger audience, brighter production, and unmatched entertainment.
Date: June 13, 2025
Timings: 7 pm
Location: Regency Hall
Access: Tickets on Q-Tickets
HRIDAYARAGANGAL SEASON 8
Hridayaragangal Season 8, presented by Chandrakala Arts, is set to take place on June 12, 2025, at Regency Hall, Doha. Following the success of seven remarkable seasons, this edition promises an enchanting evening dedicated to two legendary icons of Malayalam music and literature — the late ONV Kurup and Girish Puthenchery. Audiences can look forward to soulful performances by celebrated artists including Madhu Balakrishnan, Nishad, Sudeep Kumar, Sumi Aravind, Chithra Arun, Ravishankar, and Vrinda Menon. Hosted by Jayaraj Warrier and directed by Ashok, the event is a musical tribute filled with nostalgia, poetry, and timeless melodies.
Date: June 12, 2025
Timings: 7 pm
Location: Regency Hall
Access: Tickets on Q-Tickets
'ULTRA' Live In Qatar
Doha's nightlife is set to ignite as Sri Lanka's techno pioneer, DJ Ultra, takes over Glo Bar at Marriott Marquis Hotel on June 12 for a night of underground beats and electrifying energy. Known for his hard-hitting sets and futuristic soundscapes, DJ Ultra will headline an unforgettable evening backed by stunning visuals and a crowd that lives for the drop. Supporting acts include Mailoh, making his Doha debut, along with local favorites Nafeer and Shariq — promising a full lineup of pulse-pounding music that will keep the dance floor alive all night long.
Date: June 12, 2025
Timings: 8 pm
Location: Glo Bar, Marriot Marquis City Center Hotel
Access: Tickets on Q-Tickets
Another Dimension 2060
Celebrate Eid with an immersive multimedia party experience like no other. A night full of art and joy, where light, sound, and visuals merge to take you on a journey beyond reality.
Date: June 12, 2025
Timings: 9 pm
Location: Society Doha
Access: Tickets on Virgin Megastore
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