Doha, Qatar – December 2024
Visit Qatar has officially announced the return of Shop Qatar, the country’s largest and most anticipated shopping festival, scheduled to run from January 1 to February 1, 2025. Under the theme “Your Shopping Playground,” the festival will bring together 20 participating malls and shopping venues, offering unbeatable discounts, family-friendly entertainment, and incredible prizes.
Unmissable Shopping & Entertainment
Shop Qatar 2025 promises an exciting lineup of shopping experiences, featuring exclusive offers from luxury, high-street, and local retailers. Visitors can enjoy:
• Weekly Raffle Draws: Extraordinary prizes, including luxury Exeed cars, cash rewards ranging from QAR 10,000 to QAR 100,000, and the grand prize—a Tesla Cybertruck.
• Family-Friendly Entertainment: Interactive activity corners, roaming parades, and meet-and-greets with beloved Spacetoon characters.
• Cultural and Retail Experiences: Traditional bazaars showcasing perfumes, abayas, and handcrafted accessories.
Eng. Ahmed Albinali, Director of Festivals & Events at Visit Qatar, stated:
“Shop Qatar continues to be one of Qatar’s flagship events, combining retail, culture, and entertainment. The 9th edition is set to elevate shopping and leisure experiences, thanks to our partners’ continued support. We welcome everyone to this festival, which reflects Qatar’s position as a hub for world-class experiences.”
Opening & Closing Ceremonies
• Opening Ceremony: Held at Place Vendôme on January 1, featuring a live performance by Lebanese singer Abeer Nehme, vibrant parades, influencer appearances, and exclusive announcements.
• Closing Ceremony: Scheduled for February 1 at Doha Festival City, with the final raffle draw for the Tesla Cybertruck, special performances, and the Mall & Retail Awards celebrating excellence in branding, customer experience, and teamwork.
Entertainment Schedule Highlights
Shop Qatar 2025 offers entertainment for all ages across participating malls:
• Barbie Dreamhouse: Doha Festival City (Jan 1–31)
• Mr. Bean: Place Vendôme (Jan 1–31)
• Shaun the Sheep: Lagoona Mall (Jan 16–31)
• Masha and The Bear: Doha Oasis (Jan 23–29)
• Miraculous: Mall of Qatar (Jan 16–31)
• Daily Roaming Parades: Across all participating venues
Participating Malls
The festival spans 20 locations across Qatar, including Place Vendôme, Doha Festival City, Mall of Qatar, Lusail Boulevard, and Villaggio Mall, among others.
Raffle Draw Details
Shoppers spending QAR 200 at any participating venue can redeem receipts for raffle draws at designated booths. Weekly draws will take place at:
• Jan 10: Mall of Qatar
• Jan 17: Lusail Boulevard
• Jan 24: Place Vendôme
• Feb 1: Doha Festival City
Exclusive Shopping Offers
Participating retailers will provide special discounts across categories such as fashion, electronics, beauty, and homeware, offering visitors an unparalleled shopping experience.
For more information, visit Visit Qatar.
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