Run The World Festival 2013
Qatari cultural performances and sporting activities marked the opening of the three-day Run The World (RTW) Festival 2013 yesterday afternoon, which was attended by many nationals and expats.
Groups of Qataris started performing the traditional sword dance – Ardha - on stage around 5pm. Some male students wearing black suits also showcased a Palestinian dance.
More than 200 participants have registered to participate in different sports competitions such as beach volleyball, beach football, beach tennis, basketball, horse-riding, skateboarding and BMX. Hundreds of people are also expected to join a mini marathon (open to all nationalities), which will be held tomorrow afternoon.
The Youth Company, organiser of RTW – which is now in its third year, has partnered with Qatar Charity to raise more than QR500,000 to help the victims of Typhoon Haiyan in the Philippines. A number of boxes have been installed around the venue where people can drop their donations. Goods and in-kind donations are also welcome.
Source: Gulf Times
