Things to do this weekend: October 21 - 23, 2021

Where to go and what to do this weekend in Qatar

Here comes the weekend! Ready for some fun and excitement? Check out these fun-filled activities and events in Qatar for you and your family to enjoy starting today ‘til Saturday.

Take note however, though Qatar has achieved phase 4 of gradual lifting of COVID-19 restrictions, it is still important to adhere to the preventive and precautionary measures in place to ensure yours and others’ safety.

Here are our top picks for Things to Do in Qatar from October 21-23, 2021:

1. Join the Qatar Running Series Fall Edition 2021

Ready, Set, Go! Qatar Running Series (QRS) Fall Edition 2021 - Race 1 will kick start tomorrow. This racing event is restricted to a maximum of 300 participants only. But, fret not as there will be not just one, but five races for you to join in.
The events will take place in Aspire Park & Al Bidda Park and comprise of distances ranging from 3K to 10K.  All events will be run on accurately measured short courses with multiple laps.

How to join? Register and book your slots at www.q-tickets.com. Ticket rates are 120 QR for adults (16+ years old) and 60 QR for Juniors (7-15 years old).

EVENT DATES

RACE 1: Friday 22 October 2021 - (Aspire Park Sand Trail)
RACE 2: Friday 29 October 2021 - (Aspire Park Sand Trail)
RACE 3: Friday 12 November 2021 - (Al Bidda Park)
RACE 4: Friday 19 November 2021 - (Aspire Park Sand Trail)
RACE 5: Friday 26 November 2021 - (Al Bidda Park)
*Event locations and dates may change.

START TIMES

10K Open Male: 6:30 AM.
10K Open Female: 6:33 AM.
10K Masters Male: 6:36 AM.
10K Masters Female: 6:39 AM.
5K Open Male: 6:42 AM.
5K Open Female: 6:45 AM.
5K Masters Male: 6:48 AM.
5K Masters Female: 6:51 AM.
3K Open Male & Female: 7:30 AM.
3K Masters Male & Female: 7:33 AM.
3K Secondary (12-15): 7:36 AM.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

• ?Water Station at the Start / Finish line, 1.5K and 2.5K.
• Race Bib.
• Medical support.
• Course marshals.
• ?Public liability insurance.
• Custom designed finisher's medal for all distances.
• Free Z Adventures cap for first 100 runners who sign up for all 5 races.
• Awards for the Top 3 Open finishers (Male / Female) in 10K, 5K & 3K.
• Awards for the Top 3 Masters (Over 40) finishers (Male / Female) in the 10K & 5K.
• Awards for the Top 3 finishers (Male / Female) in 3K Secondary (Age 12-15).
• Series awards for Top 3 finishers (Male / Female) in Open, Masters & Juniors category.

2. Watch the Spooktacular Movie ‘Halloween Kills’

Caution: This movie is NOT for the faint hearted.

Halloween is sneaking in. What better way to usher in this spooktacular season than watching the American thriller “Halloween Kills?”

The COVID-19 pandemic put a stop to the much-anticipated sequel of this blockbuster film. Now, it's finally on big screens and did not disappoint fans at all, after a long wait. 

Catch it in Qatar cinemas by booking your tickets online today at www.q-tickets.com. 

3. Head to Qatar cinemas and watch “Venom: Let There Be Carnage”

Action, romance, and chickens? Venom: Let There Be Carnage has something for everyone to be excited about. Venom returns to wreak Carnage!

Don't miss this record-breaking smash hit, exclusively in Qatar cinemas. Check the movie timings from October 14-20 and book your movie tickets now at www.q-tickets.com. Sit back, grab the popcorn, and enjoy it in IMAX 2D or 3D.

Let There Be Carnage is a 2021 American superhero film featuring the Marvel Comics character Venom. Eddie Brock is still struggling to coexist with the shape-shifting extraterrestrial Venom. When deranged serial killer Cletus Kasady also becomes host to an alien symbiote, Brock and Venom must put aside their differences to stop his reign of terror.

4. Take your family and friends to 360 Play Mini Golf 

Looking for a place to have fun with your family and friends this weekend? 360 Play Mini Golf is the place to be. Here you can enjoy playing golf indoors and your kids can spend exciting time in a giant Pirate Ship loaded with action-packed activities and obstacle courses. 
Follow all COVID-19 protocols while in the play area to ensure everyone's safety. Cost varies for children, adults, and daily comers.

360 Play Mini Golf is open daily during mall hours. For bookings, visit www.q-tickets.com.

5. Feel the Thrill at the Desert Falls Water & Adventure Park

Great news adventure junkies! The first man-made "Canyoning Adventure" in the Middle East is finally here in Qatar! Will you dare to jump?

One of the largest theme parks in the Middle East, brace yourself for a jaw-dropping adventure at the Desert Falls Water & Adventure Park with more than 50 slides, rides, and attractions.
Experience extreme canyoning expeditions and an exciting escapade with 6 pools, cliff jumps, and more.

There is also a Ladies Only Night available every Wednesday here with free shuttle service available to take you from Doha to Desert Falls Water & Adventure Park and vice versa.
To book your tickets, visit www.q-tickets.com.