Visit Qatar has revealed the most anticipated return of Shop Qatar, the country’s flagship shopping festival, which is scheduled to run from January 1 to February 1, 2025.
The month-long shopping festival will revolve under the theme “Your Shopping Playground,” featuring 20 malls and shopping destinations, including Place Vendôme and Doha Festival City.
The festival is set to thrill with an exciting array of discounts, family-friendly entertainment, competitions, and raffle prizes. Every Friday, a weekly raffle draw will take place, presenting rewards such as luxury Exeed cars, cash rewards ranging from QAR 10,000 ($2,700) to QAR 100,000 ($27,000), and the grand prize of a Tesla Cybertruck.
Residents and visitors can explore interactive activity corners including games, roaming parades, and meet-and-greets with cherished Spacetoon characters.
Eng. Ahmed Albinali Director of Festivals & Events – Visit Qatar
“Shop Qatar continues to be one of Qatar’s flagship events, attracting residents and visitors alike to enjoy a month of shopping and entertainment. The 9th edition brings together retail, culture, and family-friendly activities, reflecting Qatar’s position as a hub for world-class experiences. This success is made possible through the continued support of our partners. We look forward to welcoming everyone to this festival, which promises to set benchmarks in entertainment and shopping experiences.”
Shop Qatar 2025 will open with an exciting ceremony at Place Vendôme on January 1, 2025. The closing ceremony, scheduled for February 1, 2025, will take place at Doha Festival City, featuring the final raffle draw and unveiling the winner of the Tesla Cybertruck and other major prizes. The evening will also include special performances, surprise guests, and the Mall & Retail Awards.
The festival will be held across 20 venues throughout Qatar, including: Place Vendôme, Doha Festival City, Mall of Qatar, City Center Mall, Landmark Mall, Villaggio, Lagoona Mall, Al Hazm, Hyatt Plaza, Tawar Mall, Al Khor Mall, Msheireb Galleria, Doha Old Port, Lusail Boulevard, Doha Oasis, Gulf Mall, Abu Sidra Mall, The Doha Mall, Ezdan Al Wakra, and The Gate Mall.
