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Ramadan 2018: Your ultimate guide to the best events and activities in Qatar!

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The holy month of Ramadan is a magical time in Qatar when the country embraces an exceptional spirit, and the authentic essence of the Islamic culture. There are a range of Ramadan activities that allow you to be a part of the enlightenment, to enjoy the vibrant ambience and hospitality of Doha city. From iftars, suhoors to a variety of family friendly activities are arranged to grasp the warmth of Ramadan. Join us as we explore some delightful Ramadan activities that will be running through Ramadan!

Iftars and Suhoors

The Westin Doha Hotel & Spa

Ramadan 2018 guide

Step into an Arabian journey this Ramadan with a Turkish Twist at the Westin Doha Hotel and Spa. Discover a vibrant atmosphere with live Oriental tunes, entertainment and décor inspired by a traditional Arabesque street market. Begin your culinary experience with a wide array of International, Turkish and Qatari dishes along with an eclectic assortment of desserts - all carefully crafted by a dedicated team of Turkish chefs.

With a Turkish twist, the spacious 2100 square meter tent is located within the Grand Ballroom of the hotel and comfortably accommodates up to 1000 guests. Special majlis will also be available for families and friends to dine in an intimate corner.

Location: The Westin Doha Hotel & Spa
Date: May 15 - June 14
Price: Iftar: QAR 195 per person
Suhour: QAR 195 per person (complimentary for kids under 6 years old
and 50% savings for kids aged between 6 to 12 years old)
Time: Iftar - sunset until 8:30 PM and Suhour - 9:30 PM until 1:30 AM.
Phone: +974 4492 1555
Website: http://www.westindoha.com

Sheraton Grand Doha

Ramadan 2018: Your ultimate guide

Celebrate your Ramadan at the iconic and most recognized landmark of Qatar, Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Convention Hotel and experience the full spectrum of Arabian hospitality.

while getting immersed in local traditions where we you can enjoy the finest traditions in a setting of exquisite venues pairing intimate social gatherings and unparalleled culinary experiences.

Whether you are planning an intimiate Iftar or Suhoor to enjoy a traditional family-style dining or a corporate gathering, the arabesque setting at our Turath Ramadan Tent offers the perfect venue.

Location: Sheraton Grand Doha
Price:
Iftar Buffet - QR 250 per person (including soft beverages, tea/coffee)
Suhoor Buffet - QR 200 per person (including soft beverages, tea/coffee)
Suhoor Buffet - QR 250 per person(including hubbly bubbly, tea/coffee)
50% discount for kids 6 - 12, below 6 years old free of charge
Time: Iftar - 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Suhoor - 9:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Phone: 974 4485 3000
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.sheratongranddoha.com

InterContinental Doha

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Experience the splendour of Ramadan with the exclusive early bird offers at the InterContinental Doha starting from 14 till 20 May 2018.

Book for three adults and pay only for two in either Coral (Iftar), Gemmayze (Iftar), and Shahrazad (Sohour) or choose to enjoy buy one get one on main course during Sohour at Gemmayze.

Location: InterContinental Doha
Date: May 14 - May 20
Price ranges: QR 175- QR 225 (For per adult), QR 85- QR 115(For per child)
Phone: +974 4484 4919
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.doha.intercontinental.com

Al Rayyan Hotel Doha

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Iftar Buffet: Enjoy the flavours of Ramadan at Mezzo restaurant. Share with your family and loved ones a lavish Iftar buffer offering an array of popular Arabic dishes, live cooking stations, a wide spread of desserts and Ramadan drinks.
Price: QAR 240 per person (Children below 8 years old dine for free, from 8 to 15 years old pay
Timings: Sunset to 8:30 PM

Sohour Tray: Prepare for next day’s fast with a generous Sohour tray at Mezzo restaurant.
Price: QAR 120 per person
Timings: Saturday to Wednesday from 9:30 PM to 1:00 AM, Thursday and Friday from 9:30 PM to 2:00 AM

Garangao Celebration: Experience the treasured traditions of Ramadan and celebrate Garangao with us!
Timings: 14th night of Ramadan – 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Sushi Platter at Moda Lounge: Indulge in your favorite sushi flavors offered in platter for 1, 2 or 4.
Price: Platter for 1 – QAR 90 / Platter for 2 – QAR 165 / Platter for 4 – QAR 225
Timings: Daily from sunset to 12:00 AM

Express Lunch Buffet
: Start your day right with a sumptuous breakfast buffet.
Price: QAR 89 per person
Timings: Sunday to Thursday from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM| Friday and Saturday from 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM

Express Lunch Buffet:
Take a break during the day and enjoy a lavish lunch buffet.
Price: QAR 89 per person
Timings: Daily from 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Location: Al Rayyan Hotel Doha, ground floor, next to Mall of Qatar
Contact: call or WhatsApp 5000 8870

Shangri-La Hotel, Doha

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Ramadan Tent: Turkish Bazaar

Ramadan Tent at Shangri-La Hotel, Doha aims to look like the streets and Souqs of Turkey. The décor, combined with the cuisine, will give it the feel and the vibe which will definitely make the Ramadan Tent one of its kind. Live entertainment and shisha will be available during Sohour.

Price:

  • Buffet with live cooking stations for QAR 230 per person (adult)
  • Children 6 to 12 years QAR 115, children under 6 are free.
  • Private dining QAR 1,800 for maximum of 8 persons.
  • Privatization QAR 50,000 (additional charge of QAR 180 per person above 250 guests)

Outlets

  • Sridan: A lively souq atmosphere and vibrant décor, serving from open kitchens. Open for dinner from Iftar to 9:30 p.m.
  • Horizon Club: The business club lounge will be open to the public through the day for quick bites.
  • Shisha Terrace at Lobby Lounge: Be delighted by our outstanding selection of shisha as you enjoy your favorite flavors along with our signature drink at our Shisha Terrace every day after sunset. Price: Standard: 130 QAR, Signature: 150 QAR, Deluxe: 180 QAR and Premium: 200 QAR
  • Lobby Lounge: Serenity and restful ambiance with a new take on the high tea experience. Open daily from Sunset to 12:00 a.m.

Location: Shangri-La Hotel, Doha, Ground Floor, Conference Centre Street, West Bay
Phone: 974-4429 5000
Email: [email protected]

Doha Marriott Hotel

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Make this Ramadan memorable by celebrating at the Doha Marriott Hotel with a very special theme: Kan ya Makan (Once upon a time) where you can experience unforgettable evenings in traditional Arabian settings. Each evening, join them and enjoy a sumptuous buffet featuring all the favorite picks for Ramadan: delicious Middle Eastern specialties, authentic Qatari dishes but also international choices and various live stations. For the sweet ending, you may indulge on the decadent spread of traditional and contemporary sweets accompanied by fresh Ramadan beverages.Children will have their own area – a dreamy castle filled with games, creative toys, puzzles and more. For your corporate or group events, you will be able to enjoy a variety of 5 different menus, that can match your budget.

Price: • 180 QR for Iftar for adults (free for kids under 6) • 100 QR for Suhoor for adults (free for kids under 6), with a special package including buffet and shisha at QR150.

Tmings:
JW’s Steakhouse: Open 7 days a week, sunset to 11 pm
The View: Open 7 days a week, sunset to 1 am
Lobby Café: Open 7 days a week, sunset to 2 am *Asia Live!, Taj Rasoi, Pearl and Salsa will be closed.

Location: Doha Marriott Hotel, Ras Abu Aboud Street, Doha,
Phone: +974-4429 8888
Email: [email protected]

Marriott Marquis City Center Doha Hotel

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Wanassa Ramadan Tent:

Iftar and Sohour will be available daily at Wanassa Tent, located on Level 1. There will be live entertainment (band and tanoura dancer) during Suhour only, and a gentleman will be available in traditional costume serving Ramadan juices throughout both meal periods. Outside Catering and special rates for groups are also available upon request.

Special Packages:

They have a special Rooms package which is available all throughout Ramadan. The price is QAR 825 per night in a Deluxe room and it includes:

  • Complimentary Iftar buffet at Wanassa Ramadan Tent
  • 30% off any treatment and 50% off Packages at Saray Spa
  • Free high speed Wi-Fi in room
  • Complimentary access to all hotel facilities including our 35m outdoor swimming pool and health club facilities.

Shisha avaiability - Shisha served at Aqua Lounge, Level 7.

Open Restaurants during Ramadan:

Quick Bites: Daily | 6am – 7pm

Cucina: Daily | 12pm – 11pm

New York Steakhouse: Daily | 6:30pm – 11:30pm

Crossroads Kitchen: Daily | 6am – 11am, Weekend Lunch - 12pm – 3pm

West End Café & Patisserie:

Café: Daily| 6pm – 11pm, Patisserie: Daily | 10am – 10pm

Aqua Lounge & Shisha Terrace: Daily | 6pm – 1am

Phone: +974 4419 5000 Website: www.marriottmarquisdoha.com

The Ritz-Carlton, Doha

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Grand Ramadan Majlis

Celebrate the spirit of the Holy month in a lavish Ramadan majlis featuring the true Arabic Elegance and embark on a unique culinary voyage through Arabia to savour traditional Ramadan delicacies with a modern flair. Indulge in a sumptuous family-friendly feast that blends traditional Arabic essences with contemporary culinary excellence while enjoying Arabic live music and the Tanoura dancer.

Break your fast with an array of delicacies enthused with local and international influences, with only the very best in fresh and wholesome ingredients displayed in a traditional style buffet. Highlights include live cooking stations offering a wide selection of hot and cold mezzeh, salads, soups, grills, dedicated stations featuring Sushi & Dim Sum as well as international cuisine from Qatar, Turkey, Asia, Italy & Mexico. The extensive selection of desserts includes mouthwatering Turkish & European decadent delights, traditional Arabic sweets, Turkish ice cream and dates. Shisha will be available during Suhour only.

Complete the Ramadan experience at The Ritz-Carlton, Doha with the Ramadan retreat package that includes:

  • Overnight accommodation in booked room category
  • A choice of either Iftar Buffet or Suhour Buffet once per staying night
  • 50% discount at The Ritz-Carlton, Doha Spa
  • Complimentary Internet access
  • Starting price is QAR 850 per night in a Deluxe Room.

Offer valid from May 15 till June 14, 2018. Subject to availability.

Timings:

The Ritz-Carlton, Doha Al Wosail Ballroom Suhour buffet From 9 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. (Saturday to Wednesday) From 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. (Thursday and Friday)

Price:

  • QAR 220 per person for Iftar or Suhour
  • 50% savings for children aged 6 to 12
  • Children below 6 dine with our compliments
  • Price includes Ramadan juices buffet and soft beverages.

Group offer:

  • 20% discount for 50 guests and above
  • 10% discount for up to 50 guests

Phone: +974 4484 8000 E-mail: [email protected] Website: ritzcarlton.com/doha

Mövenpick Hotel West Bay Doha

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ForKnife Restaurant

Enjoy a delicious Ramadan buffet at ForKnife restaurant, Mövenpick Hotel West Bay Doha. Surround yourself with the warmth of family and friends, and enjoy a hearty iftar right here in the heart of Doha.

Come and enjoy your Ramadan evenings in a fun family atmosphere with our special iftar menu that focuses on authentic iftar favourites and local Qatari cuisine. The nightly Ramadan iftar buffet will include oriental and international delicacies, complemented by special Ramadan drinks and desserts, exclusively for the holy month.

Special rates are available for early bookings and groups. Vouchers are accepted.

Price:

  • Iftar buffet- QAR 175 per person (Including Ramadan beverages)
  • Suhour buffet -QAR 175 per person(Including Ramadan beverages)

Timings:

  • Iftar buffet will be served from 6.00 pm to 9.00 pm
  • Suhour buffet is from 9.00 pm to 12.00 midnight

Contact:
Phone: +974 4496 44 44
Email: [email protected]

Aljoory Ramadan Tent at Mövenpick Hotel West Bay Doha

Celebrate the holy month and experience tranquillity in a unique way, as you break your fast at Aljoory Ramadan Tent, Mövenpick Hotel West Bay Doha. Feast on a sumptuous selection of Ramadan delicacies and international favourites as you reflect and connect with family and friends.

Price:

  • Iftar or suhour buffet: QAR 190 per person (Including Ramadan beverages)
  • Suhour set menu: QAR 120 and QAR 175 per person (Including Ramadan beverages)

Special rates are available for groups. Vouchers are accepted.

Contact:
Phone: +974 4496 61 88 (phone) or +974 6690 02 28 (mobile) Email: [email protected]

Mondrian Doha

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Discover modern Qatari hospitality, local cuisine with a modern twist, in a unique and colorful setting. Sip on a delicious Arabic coffee in the sunken majlis, enjoy some downtime in one of their private rooms and soak in the view on gorgeous terrace and celebrate Ramadan in style.

Iftar and Suhoor will be available daily in the Alf Leila w Leila Ramadan tent in Moonstone Ballroom. Shisha is available at an additional cost

Location: Mondrian Doha
Price: Iftar buffet- QR 225 QAR (Per person)
Suhoor buffet - QR 275 QAR(Per person)
Timings: Iftar- sunset to 8.00 PM, Suhoor - 9.00 PM until 2.00 AM.
Phone: +974 4045 5999

W Doha Hotel & Residences

Ramadan 2018 guide

If you want to experience the soulful flavours of Ramadan, join the W Doha Hotel & Residences as their iconic Sultan’s Tent is back, offering a sumptuous banquet of culinary delights during the Holy Month, alongside an exclusive range of food and beverage.

The tent will also house up to 10 live stations featuring Japanese, Italian, Indian, Arabic, Turkish, Asian and a host of other cuisines, infusing the ambience with freshly-cooked flavours – from savoury to decadently sweet.

Location: W Doha Hotel & Residences
Date: May 14 - June 12
Timings: 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Price: Iftar - QR 230, Sohour - QR 285
Free for children below 6 years
50% discount for children below 12 years

Contact: Sultans tent +97444535135
For paper moon +97440166000

Grand Hyatt Doha

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One of the city’s most popular tents- Ramadanak, returns to the Al Silia ballroom at the Grand Hyatt Doha for the holy month. Enjoy an exquisite array of Middle Eastern cuisine with an international flare whilst relaxing with friends and family in a vibrant yet cosy Arabian setting. The perfect place to bring together loved ones and break your fast.

Location: Grand Hyatt Doha, West Bay Lagoon
Price: Iftar buffet- QAR 220pp, Sohur buffet- QAR 220pp
Date: May 15 - June 14
Timings: Iftar Dusk-8.30pm, Sohur 10.00pm-1.30am
Contact: +974 4448 1234

Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha
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Indulge in the finest cuisine in a traditional atmosphere this Ramadan at the Giwana Ballroom or any of their 11 event venues at Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha. You can also enjoy renowned outdoor catering service for your special Iftar or Suhoor event.

Special Iftar Buffet at Hyde Park Coffee shop

Break your fast with friends and family at Hyde Park Coffee Shop.It offers breakfast, lunch and Iftar buffets and has an international a la carte menu as well. Indulge in our extensive Iftar buffet with traditional cuisine, international delights, live cooking stations, Ramadan beverages and desserts.

Location: Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha
Date: May 16 - June 15
Timings: Daily from Sunset to 11 pm
Price: QR 140 per person, Special rates for groups
50% off for Children between 6 -12 years
Phone: +974-44281645

The Social Restaurant

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A delicious Iftar and Suhoor feast awaits you at Fraser suites West Bay this Ramadan! Enjoy a 4 course menu filled with traditional Arabic delicacies at just QAR 130 per head for adults and at QAR 75 for kids upto the age of 12 years.

Location: Fraser Suites West Bay, Doha
Date: May 15 - June 14
Price: QR 130

Ramadan Activities

Meerat Ramadan

Meerat Ramadan

Looking for a quiet place to buy all the essential goods for Ramadan? Then head over to the Meerat Ramadan at Katara for all your shopping needs.

Location: Katara
Date: Until June 20
Time: 5:00 pm - 11:55 pm

Ramadan Padel Teams Tournament

Ramadan 2018 guide


It is important for us to maintain our energy level during Ramadan and avoid the unhealthy habits. Make your Ramadan full of positive energy by joining panel team tournament. Every team has to have a captain and between 8 to 12 players, as the timmings and schedules will be set by the organization and a minimum of players must be guarantee. Captain can be (or not) a player. So get ready to create your own outfit and name for the team. Every journey will be played between two teams and consists on 3 matches,

Location: Qatar Sports Club, Doha, Qatar
Date: 15 May - June 14
Time: 12:00 pm
Price: Team - QR 1,800

Qatar Foundation Ramadan Tournaments 2018

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Your favorite Ramadan Tournaments are back! There are plenty of sports to join including 7-a-side Mini-Football, Cricket (Super Sixes & T-16), Basketball (Men & Women), and Volleyball (Men & Women). Avail the opportunity of playing in state-of-the art sports venues at Qatar Foundation

All games will be played after the breaking of the fast with most activities place between the hours of 8:30 pm & 12 midnight

Location: Qatar Foundation, Ar-Rayyan, Qatar
Date: May 18 - June 10
Time: 8:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Price: Per team - QR 1000QR

Ramadan Events at Qatar National Library

QNL- Qatar National library
Photo credit: Qatar National library

Qatar National Library (QNL) will host several events relating to the holy month of Ramadan in May, as well as numerous other public educational and cultural gatherings.

Events include cooking workshop about healthy Ramadan recipes(including vegan and gluten-free options), Athan contest, Ramadan story workshop, craft events, and the mid-Ramadan observation of Garangao.

Ramadan Sports Festival 2018 at Aspire zone

Ramadan guide 2018
Image credit: Aspire zone

Ramadan has its special atmosphere everywhere, and Aspire is no difference. For the 7th year in a row, “Ramadan Sports Festival” is running at Aspire Zone’s various venues from Monday, 21 May, until Saturday, 2 June, to pull a large number of participants and partners.

The two-week festival features 12 activities in total that range from sports competitions to physical challenges. These trigger the interest of active leisure enthusiasts, whether they are men, women or juniors. All competitions will be held from 9:30pm until midnight. Amazing prizes are awaiting you to keep exercising your passion to sports!

Location: Aspire zone
Date: May 21 - Jun 02, 2018

Ramadan Activities at the Museum of Islamic Art

Qatar National library

Talks & Lectures: Each night for the first two weeks of Ramadan, MIA will be offering a wide selection of activities for the whole family – from lectures and poetry recitals for adults, to the MIA Bazaar and walk-in craft activities for children and families.

Family Activities & Garangao: Events include making Ramadan-themed crafts such as mosque lamps, moon and stars, listening to storytelling sessions with the library team, special Ramadan tehemed guided tours. There’s something going on every night from 8:30 – 10:30.

Ramadan celebrations at MIA will finish with their Garangao event on Monday, 28 May, 2018. The evening will be full of activities like, storytelling, traditional gift giving - all in the beautiful setting on the MIA.

MIA Bazaar: During Ramadan, MIA Bazaar will open on will open from 7:00pm – Midnight selling foods and handicrafts for all the family from over 100 different stalls.

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