Doha: Qatar Calendar has unveiled an exciting lineup of events for July 2026, offering residents and visitors a diverse mix of international sporting action, family entertainment, cultural exhibitions, creative summer camps, and shopping experiences across Doha and beyond.
Month-long program features the Qatar Toy Festival, FIFA World Cup fan activations, international basketball, exhibitions, summer camps and shopping events across the country
Designed to appeal to all ages, this month’s calendar transforms venues across the country into vibrant destinations for leisure, culture and recreation throughout the summer.
Family entertainment takes centre stage with the Qatar Toy Festival, running from July 1 to 31 at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC). The popular event features immersive attractions, interactive experiences and live entertainment for children and families.
Running alongside the festival is the Qatar Toy Festival Summer Camp, from July 5 to 30 at DECC. Now in its second successful year, the camp welcomes children aged 4 to 12 for a programme filled with creativity, learning, exploration and fun.
Families can also enjoy the final days of the Family Summer Shopping Exhibition 2026, taking place at Katara Hall in Katara Cultural Village until July 3, bringing together shopping, entertainment and family-friendly activities under one roof.
Sports fans are set for an action-packed month as the FIFA World Cup 2026 Activations continue at Mall of Qatar until July 19, where visitors can watch tournament matches live on giant screens free of charge while enjoying an engaging fan experience.
Basketball enthusiasts can catch the FIBA World Cup 2027 Qualifiers – W3 at Lusail Sports Hall, running until July 7, while the Sports for All Summer Camp 2026, held at the same venue through July 9, encourages participants of all ages to stay active during the summer.
The cultural calendar is equally vibrant, highlighted by the Exhibition of Cultural Olympiad Competition at the Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum. Running until August 31, the exhibition showcases the winning works from the 321 Cultural Olympiad 2026, celebrating creativity, artistic excellence and global cultural exchange.
Meanwhile, Qatar Museums continues to present a range of major exhibitions, including Countryside: A Place to Live, Not to Leave, hosted at the Qatar Preparatory School and the National Museum of Qatar, where it will remain on display through September 2026.
The month also marks the conclusion of two popular retail events. The Doha Summer Trade Fair closes on July 4, while the 13th Edition of the Teeb AlHazm Oud and Perfumes Exhibition concludes the same day at AlHazm Galleria, showcasing premium fragrances, oud and luxury perfume brands.
With its wide-ranging programme of sporting events, cultural showcases, children’s activities and shopping experiences, Qatar Calendar’s July schedule offers residents and visitors countless opportunities to enjoy the summer season across the country.