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Lego Shows Qatar returns for Eid Al Adha 2025

The second edition of Lego Shows Qatar will take place from 7-22 June at QNCC Halls 8 and 9, bringing expanded interactive zones and themed installations for families during Eid Al Adha.

Organised by Events & Entertainment Enterprises (E3) and part of the official Qatar Calendar by Visit Qatar, the event will include hands-on building areas, live stage shows, retail spaces, and meet-and-greets with Lego master builders. Visitors can also explore Minifigure zones, a dedicated food court, and multiple Lego-themed activity stations.

The event will run daily from 1pm – 11pm and QNCC is accessible via Doha Metro and Lusail Tram, with free and valet parking options available. The venue is also fully accessible for visitors with disabilities.

‘Empower Her Art Forum’ third installment comes to Grand Egyptian Museum

The third ‘Empower Her Art Forum’ will take place from 16-20 May at Egypt’s Grand Egyptian Museum, showcasing over 200 female artists from more than 35 countries. Organised by Art Today Foundation, the international event highlights the role of art in women’s empowerment through exhibitions, workshops, live painting, and panel discussions. Supported by multiple Egyptian ministries and global partners, the forum promotes cultural exchange, peace, and inclusion, particularly for artists with disabilities. 

Qatar to host eFIBA World Finals in 2026 and 2027 ahead of FIBA Basketball World Cup

Qatar has secured hosting rights for the eFIBA World Finals Seasons 4 and 5, scheduled for 2026 and 2027, marking the event’s first appearance in the Middle East. The tournaments will take place in Doha, building momentum ahead of the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027, which the country will also host.

The eFIBA World Finals, FIBA’s official e-basketball championship, brings together top national teams to compete for the title of eFIBA World Champion and a share of a $50,000 prize pool. Team USA are the reigning champions, having won both Seasons 2 (Sweden) and 3 (Philippines). Detailed formats and team line-ups will be released later, with all matches to be broadcast on eFIBA’s YouTube, Twitch, and TikTok.

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ICYMI

• OneClickDrive, a UAE-based car rental aggregator, has expanded its services to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, offering a digital platform for booking vehicles from local suppliers.
• Waldorf Astoria plans to launch four- and six- night luxury Nile River cruises in late 2026 with stops including the Valley of the Kings, Edfu, and the ancient temples in Luxor.
• Abu Dhabi’s Al Maqta Museum in the Maqta Fort has reopened to visitors after extensive restoration.
• Cathay Pacific is expanding its “Air Silk Road” initiative to the Middle East, enhancing connectivity between Hong Kong and Riyadh.
• A regeneration project in Oman’s Masirah Island aims to enhance the island’s ecological value and promote sustainable tourism.
• France’s AFD will invest €150 million in Morocco’s southern provinces to support development projects and strengthen bilateral ties.
• Oman has signed contracts to implement nine environmentally friendly projects across seven nature reserves, promoting sustainable development and ecotourism.
• Fujairah is set to host the combined Global Visitors Summit and the China Visitors Summit bringing together 150 Chinese travel buyers as well as over 60 buyers from the GCC, India and beyond.
• Miral, Abu Dhabi’s leading curator of experiences, plans to increase its room inventory by 30% to accommodate growing tourism demand.
• The Circus 1903 show is coming to the Abadi Al-Johar Arena from 7-11 June for the Jeddah 2025 season.