Tuesday, July 1, 2025
Qatar’s summer calendar is graced by one of the most awaited events of the year—the Qatar Toy Festival (QTF). This year, the festival is set to offer an even more exciting experience, bringing together new live shows, immersive activations, and family-friendly entertainment. Marking a significant addition, the festival will host a dedicated QTF Summer Camp for children and young teens, creating a space where kids can learn, play, and socialize in a safe and stimulating environment.
Festival Overview and Zones
Spanning over 17,000 square meters, the Qatar Toy Festival will be divided into five distinct zones, each designed to offer an unforgettable experience for various age groups. These zones are:
- Fancy Island: A special space for girls, offering a variety of entertainment and experiences.
- Champions Land: Catered to boys and teenagers, this zone will feature exciting challenges and activities.
- Cutie Pie Land: A delightful section for preschoolers, packed with playful activities.
- Hyper Land: A fun-filled zone featuring large inflatables, perfect for high-energy fun.
- Main Stage: A central stage that will host a variety of daily shows, including musical performances, dance routines, science demos, and celebrity appearances.
Live Shows and Celebrity Appearances
The festival promises more than 10 daily stage performances, making it an action-packed destination for families. Visitors can enjoy a wide range of entertainment, from dance acts to science demonstrations, all designed to keep children engaged and entertained. The festival will also feature notable celebrity appearances, including YouTube sensation AboFlah and the ALJ Sisters. With their interactive sessions and meet-and-greet opportunities, fans will have the chance to connect with their favorite online stars.
Retail and Dining Experiences
The QTF will also host 10 retail outlets, including popular names such as Build-A-Bear and Mumuso, offering a selection of toys, clothing, and novelty items. For food lovers, the festival boasts a diverse F&B court with delectable offerings from popular food outlets like Exit55, Juniors, Belgian Fries, and Pizza Box. This ensures that visitors can enjoy a day of shopping and dining while immersing themselves in the lively atmosphere.
New Activations and Experiences
In addition to its beloved attractions, the Qatar Toy Festival introduces several thrilling activations that are set to raise the excitement levels:
- Ultimate Horror House: Experience a suspense-filled horror house inspired by the popular Five Nights at Freddy’s franchise. Visitors can immerse themselves in a nerve-wracking environment with interactive elements that bring their darkest fears to life.
- PUBG Mobile Laser Guns: For fans of the famous battle royale game, this activation recreates the high-stakes action of PUBG Mobile in a real-life setting. Attendees will have the chance to participate in a major competition, with a Jetour car as the grand prize.
- Sherlock Holmes Escape Room: Step into a Victorian-era themed escape room where teams will work together to solve puzzles, uncover clues, and race against time to escape before it’s too late.
- Lilo & Stitch Activation: Join Lilo and Stitch for a tropical adventure at the festival’s island-themed activation. This immersive experience will offer interactive activities and fun photo opportunities for attendees of all ages.
- AboFlah Special Activation: AboFlah will make his first appearance at the festival with an exclusive activation, including a new animation premiere and an interactive session where fans can meet the star in person.
In addition, the final week of the festival will feature the Back-to-School Programme, which will include themed shows, competitions, and product giveaways, making it the perfect way to prepare for the upcoming academic year.
QTF Summer Camp
A highlight of this year’s festival is the introduction of the QTF Summer Camp, a specially designed programme for children aged 4 to 12. Operating daily from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM (except Fridays), the camp will offer a blend of educational and recreational activities. Children will enjoy interactive art sessions, science experiments led by Science Street, and physical activities such as obstacle courses. The camp accommodates up to 150 children across different age groups and is priced at QAR 750 per week or QAR 2,000 for the entire month. This unique opportunity allows children to develop new skills while having fun in a structured environment.
Back to School Programme
As part of the festival’s final week, the Back to School Programme will offer a range of themed shows, competitions, and giveaways. Retailers will also showcase their back-to-school products, providing families with a wide selection of school essentials before the new academic year begins.
Festival Timings and Ticket Information
The Qatar Toy Festival will be open from 14:00 to 22:00 on weekdays and 14:00 to 23:00 on weekends, ensuring that there is plenty of time for families to enjoy all that the event has to offer. Tickets are available in five categories:
- Entry Ticket: QAR 50
- Ultimate Fun Ticket: QAR 80
- Fast Track Ticket: QAR 300
- Family Entry: QAR 200
- VVIP Ticket: QAR 1,500
The Qatar Toy Festival 2025 promises to be a one-of-a-kind summer event for families and visitors of all ages. With new activations, a variety of live shows, and the introduction of the QTF Summer Camp, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you are looking for thrilling experiences, family fun, or shopping and dining, this year’s festival offers it all, making it an unmissable event in Qatar’s vibrant summer calendar.
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