Prayers, festivities to mark Eid Al Fitr
The Peninsula
Doha, Qatar: The country boasts a plethora of activities this Eid Al Fitr, starting from prayers, daily fireworks, to educational seminars, workshops,...
Doha, Qatar: The country boasts a plethora of activities this Eid Al Fitr, starting from prayers, daily fireworks, to educational seminars, workshops, and different festivities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy in Qatar.
The celebrations began with the Eid prayers that was held at 5:32am across 642 mosques and open grounds around the country.
One of the highlights of the festivities is the spectacular fireworks display, which can be enjoyed at various locations across the country.
Souq Waqif, Souq Al Wakrah, and Cultural Village Katara are among the venues hosting nightly fireworks shows, starting from today, April 10. At Souq Waqif and Souq Al Wakrah, the dazzling display begins at 8:30pm at the Eastern Square, and will be held until April 13.
Meanwhile at Katara, it lights up the Corniche at 9pm during the initial three days of the celebrations, or until April 12. Katara is also hosting 39 diverse activities over the next four days, offering cultural enrichment opportunities for families and friends. From cultural walks showcasing the traditions of different countries to competitions, workshops, art exhibitions, handicraft displays, and its yearly Katara Eid gifts for children, there’s something for all in the village.
