The local cuisine of Qatar
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Taste the world at QIFF 2027
Experience global flavours, live cooking, cultural discoveries and spectacular entertainment under Qatar’s vibrant winter skies.
Taste, explore and celebrate your way through QIFF 2027 with unforgettable culinary and cultural experiences.
QIFF 2027 will take place from 13 to 23 January 2027 at Lusail Stadium Precinct.
QIFF will open from 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM, Sunday to Wednesday, and from 3:00 PM to 1:00 AM, Thursday to Saturday.
Approximately 240 local and international vendors are planned for QIFF 2027.
Visitors can explore global cuisines, local restaurants, live cooking, chef appearances, cultural experiences, family entertainment, fireworks and drone shows.
Yes. QIFF Juniors is planned as an expanded children’s zone with dedicated family entertainment and interactive experiences.
Yes. The culinary programme is expected to feature at least 20 local chefs, celebrity chefs and food influencers.
Daily Paramount fireworks at 8:00pm and drone shows are planned.
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