Qatar Tourism announces packed May calendar

Qatar Tourism (QT) is gearing up to host a month packed with events, exhibitions, tournaments, and forums during May.The month will mark first-ever performances in Qatar of various popular music artistes and bands. It will also mark the return of several festivals and exhibits that aim to raise awareness on latest technological and economic advancements and current affairs.Sheikha Noor Abdulla al-Thani, head of Tourism Events at QT, said: “This concerted effort involves strategic co-ordination and meticulous planning to curate an array of captivating experiences, festivals, and cultural gatherings that appeal to both domestic and international visitors”.Italian music legend, Andrea Bocelli, will be performing in Qatar for the first time on May 13 at Lusail Multipurpose Hall.The Qatar Economic Forum 2024 (QEF) will take place from May 14 to 16 as the Middle East’s leading news-driven event dedicated to global business and investment.Doha International Book Fair – one of Qatar’s biggest and most popular book fairs – will be making its return to the Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre (DECC) from May 9 to 18 while the Build Your House 2024 will be held from May 13 to 16 at Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC).Project Qatar 2024 will be held from May 27 to 30 at DECC in its 20th anniversary while the Smart Manufacturing Exhibition will take place from May 27 to 30 at DECC.The Google Cloud Summit Doha will take place on May 28 at Stadium 974, for technology and artificial intelligence experts, professionals, and enthusiasts to come together and exchange discourses on the latest technology trends, issues, and perspectives.Music icon Bob Marley’s band, the Wailers’ concert will be hosted today at Doha Golf Club while the Brahms’ Violin Concerto in D Major will be held on May 4 at QNCC.Ramp Rush Show will be performed at the Oasis Stage at Mall of Qatar from today to May 9.The renowned Lebanese singer, Moeen Shreif’s concert will be held on May 9 at Bagatelle Beach Club on Al Maha Island.The One Piece Festival is set from May 9 to 11 at Geekdom Building – a perfect opportunity for Anime fans to explore this show’s festival.Renowned British singer and songwriter James Blunt will be performing on May 23 at the Doha Golf Club, and British-duo DJ CamelPhat on May 31 at Doha Golf Club.The ‘Fashioning an Empire: Watercolour Painting Workshop for Adults’ is set from May 12 to 14 at the Museum of Islamic Art while the unique women’s fashion exhibition, Zinatha Exhibition, will take place from May 26 to June 1 at Al Hazm Galleria.The Al Samriya Challenge 2024 is scheduled on May 3 at Al Samriya Estate followed by the Qetaifan Island North Aquathlon on May 4 at Meryal Waterpark.The Qatar Karting Championship 2024 will be inaugurated on May 6 and runs until June 11 at Lusail International Circuit.The High Jump What Gravity Challenge Championship is set on May 9 at Katara Ampitheater followed by the Wanda Diamond League on May 10 at Qatar Sports Club. Hyrox will be hosted from May 10 to 11 at Aspire Dome. The Qatar Cup Handball Final is set to take place on May 21 at Duhail Handball Sports Hall.