The Cultural Village Foundation–Katara announced that the 14th edition of the Qatar Halal Festival will be held in the Katara Southern Area from February 11 to 16, 2026.
The festival is expected to draw wide participation from livestock breeders in Qatar and across the region, alongside strong public turnout from heritage enthusiasts and families. The Cultural Village Foundation–Katara has announced that the 14th Qatar Halal Festival will be held in the Katara Southern Area from February 11 to 16, 2026.
The festival is expected to attract strong participation from livestock breeders in Qatar and across the region, as well as large numbers of families and heritage enthusiasts. The programme features daily sheep and goat “mazayen” competitions, beginning on February 11 and concluding on February 16, with different categories scheduled each morning and afternoon.
Beyond the contests, the festival highlights Gulf breeding traditions, showcasing prized sheep and goat breeds and traditional husbandry practices within a setting inspired by desert life.
The event will be open daily from 9am to 10pm and remains one of Katara’s key heritage festivals, supporting efforts to preserve and pass on Bedouin customs to future generations.
