Qatar National Sports Day
July 24, 2022
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Qatar National Day (Arabic: اليوم الوطني لقطر, romanized: Al-Yawm al-Waṭani li-Qaṭar) is a national commemoration of Qatar's unification in 1878. It is celebrated annually on 18 December. The holiday was established by a 21 June 2007 decree of the then Crown Prince and Heir Apparent Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani. It is also known as Founder's Day.
Observance
The holiday is annually celebrated on 18 December. It is a national holiday and most of the public are given the day off from school and work.Prior to the Emiri decree in June 2007, Qatar National Day was annually celebrated on 3 September, the day of Qatar's independence.Activities
Several activities are organized during the week of observance. These include:- Fireworks show: Includes music, lights and fireworks.
- Katara National Day celebrations: Festivities and over 20 heritage-themed events are held at Katara Cultural Village.
- National Day parade: Members of the general public parade through the Doha Corniche. Officials from the Armed forces, ISF, Ministry of Interior, and Amiri Guard also participate in the parade.
- Classic car show: Antique cars formerly owned by government officials are showcased.