Live it all in Qatar!

Accompanying the on-field action of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 is a dazzling array of entertainment and leisure activations.

Here are some highlights:

■ FIFA Fan Festival: Al Bidda

Park, daily until December 18. November 21-29: 11am-2am; November 30-December 18: 4pm-2am.

Join 40,000 fans and enjoy all 64 FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 matches live on the mega-screens.

See global music acts and local artistes take to the stage in a true celebration and vibrant festival of culture.

Entry only for Hayya card holders.

■ Corniche celebrations

Qatar’s global street carnival along Doha’s iconic 6km waterfront, from the Museum of Islamic Art to Hotel Park.

Taking place daily until December 18, from noon until midnight (entertainment from 3-11pm).

The atmosphere along the Corniche will celebrate nations – allowing fans to connect from all around the world.

■ Welcome to Qatar: Corniche

Welcome to Qatar is a must-see for all during the tournament, featuring the Circle of Lights – a shimmering circle suspended above the water that transforms to poetically narrate wonderful stories.

Shows take place daily at 3pm, 3.30pm, 4pm, 5pm and 5.30pm.

■ Hayya Fan Zone

A grand celebration of the beautiful game at Lusail South Promenade, open until December 18 from noon until 1am.

Head to Lusail South Promenade and join the festivity, fun and football.

Access: entry fee and ticketed activations.

■ Ras Abu Aboud Beach 974

Hit the shore at Beach 974, extending from the heart of Doha along Ras Abu Aboud’s glistening waterfront.

Combine football and beach life, enjoy the water – then kick back and let the beat move your feet! Timings: 9am-6pm.

For more details, visit https:// www.qatar2022.qa/en/live-it-allin-qatar/ras-abu-aboud-beach-974

■ MDLBEAST Presents: Aravia

Step off the pitch and onto the dance floor for 28 Aravian nights.

A magical world that combines music, performance and song – from premiere international talent and rising regional stars. All inspired by the colours and shapes of Arab culture, blending rave with Arabia.

Taking place until December 18 from 8pm-2am.

Located next to Al Wakra Metro Station, 12 minutes from Doha.

Access: Event admission ticket required.

■ Arcadia Music Festival

This world-renowned event will mesmerise you late into the night – as the energy of this one-of-a-kind experience takes over! Featuring international artistes and DJs, extraordinary sculpted stages with a firebreathing spider, and much more.

Open until December 19, daily from 6pm-3am, at Ras Bu Fontas.

■ Lusail Boulevard

Live entertainment lights up the boulevard! The modern city of Lusail is brought to life from morning until night with live music, parades and street performances. You’ll be captivated by it all! Taking place until December 18, daily from 11am-2am.

Access: public (some activities require admission tickets).

■ QetaiFAN Beach Fest

Be entertained day and night! Enjoy concerts, special performances, giant screen live matches, water activities and a Floating Aqua Park – all at one of the largest entertainment venues in Qatar! Open until December 18 in Qetaifan Island North.

Event admission ticket required and ticketed activations (free entry for guests staying at Fan Village Qetaifan Island North).

■ World Cup activations at Katara – the Cultural Village, Katara Traditional Dhow Festival, World Cup festivities at Msheireb, and more

Please refer to https://www.qatar2022.qa/en/live-it-all-in-qatar for more information.*