Things to do this weekend: February 28 - March 2

Get ready for the exciting weekend filled with events!

Let yourself imbibe the mesmerizing tunes played at a number of musical concerts by renowned artists or send your taste buds on an adventure.

To help you decide on how to get the best out of this weekend, we have singled out our top 7 favorites!

Top 7 things to do this weekend:

1. David Bowie Tribute Show 2019

Dates: February 28

Timings: 07:30 pm to 11:15 pm

Where: Giwana Ballroom, Radisson Blu Doha

Entry: QAR 490 per person (Inclusive of international gourmet buffet and selected beverages)

The greatest David Bowie tribute in the UK and beyond…Now in Doha!

The legend, David Bowie is known for his timeless musical hits. He is also famous for his incarnations as Ziggy Stardust, Halloween Jack, and The Thin White Duke and as David Bowie himself.

Listen to his super hit songs and experience the theatrics and moves, which will be recreated live on stage by Paul Henderson.

Paul Henderson was a phenomenal success on ‘ITV's Stars In Your Eyes’ back in the 90's. He followed this by setting up his David Bowie Tribute all across the UK and Europe. He is acknowledged as the most credible Bowie look and sound–a–like.

The band entertains with a string of hit singles from the golden years of the legendary David Bowie including Space Oddity, Changes, Ziggy Stardust, Fame, Rebel Rebel, Starman, Heroes, Life On Mars, Jean Genie, Let’s Dance, China Girl, Ashes To Ashes, Fashion, Drive In Saturday, Diamond Dogs and many more including classic album tracks.

Book tickets online from www.q-tickets.com

2. Vishal & Shekhar featuring Fahad Al-Kubaisi - Live in Doha

Dates: March 1

Timings: 06:30 pm to 11:00 pm

Where: Ali Bin Hamad Al Attiyah Arena (ABHA Arena)

Entry: Pavilion-QAR 75 / Silver-QAR 150 / Gold-QAR 250 / Platinum-QAR 350 / VVIP-QAR 750

Qatar will see one of the most magical evenings ever on Friday, March 1, 2019, as the first-ever concert bringing together Bollywood’s Sultans of Swag, Vishal and Shekhar and Qatar’s Grammy-nominee Fahad Al Kubaisi, to be styled by Indian fashion maestro Manish Malhotra, will ignite the stage!

Presented by FAB Entertainment, this début performance epitomizes the India-Qatar Year of Culture as the three vocalists gear up to enthrall the Doha audience at the Ali Bin Hamad Al Attiyah Arena in Al Sadd.

Qatar Living is proud to be the official community partner for this phenomenal concert!

Vishal Dadlani is a singer and vocalist of the electronic band Pentagram, and Shekhar Ravjiani is a trained classical singer. Vishal is also a judge of the globally acclaimed music talent show, Indian Idol and Shekhar of Sa Re Ga Ma.

The duo composed more than 250 songs featuring super-hit albums like 'Tiger Zinda Hai', 'Befikre', 'Ra.One' and 'Sultan'. Their biggest hit 'Swag Se Swagat' became the world's fastest song to hit 100 million views before going on to touch 650 million within a year.

Fahad Al Kubaisi is a Qatari singer, record producer, fashion model and human rights activist. Fahad will be collaborating with Vishal & Shekhar for a special performance and will be styled by Indian fashion guru, Manish Malhotra who is one of the most admired celebrity stylists in Bollywood.

Tickets are available on www.q-tickets.com and www.wanasatime.com

3. Al Adaid Desert Challenge 2019

Dates: March 1

Timings: 05:00 am to 05:00 pm

Where: Khor Al Adaid

Entry: Last chance to register online on www.aladaid.qa

The fourth edition of Al Adaid Desert Challenge is set to take place on Friday, March 1, 2019, anticipated to be the biggest one so far of this one-day annual outdoor event.

Taking place at the ‘Inland Sea’ or ‘Khor Al Adaid’, a UNESCO recognized nature reserve in the south-east coast of Qatar from which the event derived its name, the race will kick off from the area next to Mawater Sand Dune, opposite to Sealine beach resort. Participants will then head towards the Inland Sea.

The Inland Sea hides one of the rarest sights in the world where the sea encroached deep into the heart of the desert resulting in a tranquil expanse of water that can only be reached by traversing over the beautiful golden sand dunes surrounding it.

Cyclists will have to overcome seven of these dunes as they cover a distance of 38.5 km to reach the finish line, while runners will follow a 26.7 km route that includes four dunes.

The UCI MTB Class-3 event is organized by Qatar Cyclists in association with Qatar National Tourism Council (QNTC) and is supported by Qatar Cycling Federation.

A finish line camp will provide an area for the participants to cool off and celebrate after the race, while a non-competitive kid’s race at the camp will ensure that no family member is left out from enjoying the event.

4. Longines Global Champions Tour 2019

Dates: February 28 to March 2

Timings: Thursday 2:45 pm - 8:30 pm, Friday 8:30 am - 9:30 pm, and Saturday 8:30 – 7:30 pm.

Where: Al Shaqab

Entry: Tickets are available on www.q-tickets.com

Enjoy a world-class jumping competition at Al Shaqab while having fun at the festival area!

For the first time since its inception, the Longines Global Champions Tour (LGCT) will be launched at Al Shaqab.

Some of the world’s best show jumpers including our very own Qatari riders, Sheikh Ali bin Khalid Al Thani and Bassem Hassan Mohammed (LGCT 2017 winner) are competing at Al Shaqab.

In addition to the competition, there are fun activities for families including pony rides, jumping castles, variety of kids’ activities, outdoor cafes and food stalls.

5. Anuradha Pal’s Group Concert

Dates: March 1

Timings: 07:00 pm

Where: Drama theatre, Building 16, Katara Cultural Village

Entry: Book your tickets from www.katara.com (Free registration)

The Cultural Village Foundation - Katara in cooperation with the Embassy of India in the State of Qatar presents Musical Ensemble (Jugalbandi).

Anuradha Pal has been globally appreciated as the ‘First Professional Female Tabla virtuoso in the World’ (by Encyclopaedia Britannica & Limca Book of Records).

Enjoy this musical night with family and friends!

6. Biryani Festival 2019

Dates: February 20 to March 2

Timings: 04:00 pm to 12:00 am

Where: Al Bidda Park

Entry: Entry free for all

The one dish that everyone unanimously loves indulging in is the mouth-watering Biryani. So foodies, get ready to tantalize your taste buds as the Biryani Festival is back with its second edition.

The flavorful 11-day festival is a must attend with the fragrance of biryani lingering in the air.

Visitors are able to taste and appreciate more than 100 types of distinct Biryanis. Some of the well-known favorites will be present including, but not limited to, mughlai, lucknow gosht, kashmiri vegetable, mussels, prawns, hara macchi, egg, harkmas (beef), malabar chicken, mattanjery chicken, kayikka’s beef, thalassery mutton, the traditional Afghani and Irani. 

Do keep some cold drinks handy as those seeking a more spicy experience may find their palates on fire.

7. Tarsheed Carnival 2019

Dates: February 19 to February 28

Timings: 08:00 am to 12 pm and 04:00 pm to 09:00 pm

Where: Kahramaa Awareness Park

Entry: Entry free for all.

The ongoing Tarsheed Carnival will run until February 28 at Kahramaa Awareness Park.

Organized by the Qatar General Electricity and Water Corporation (Kahramaa), the Festival aims to raise awareness on water and electricity consumption in a rational manner in order to achieve water and electric sustainability. The ambition of the carnival is to increase community participation in the goals of rationalization while educating future generations about the wise use of water and electric resources.

The carnival will feature numerous activities for children, including game booths, painting, rides and others and will also offer a wide range of gastronomies. It will also include awareness activities for children for public and private school students.

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