How many days until Qatar National Day?
Qatar National Day
76days to goToday
There are 76 days until Qatar National Day 2026. It falls on Friday, December 18, 2026.
It’s Qatar National Day today! It falls on Friday, December 18, 2026.
That’s 10 weeks and 6 days, or about 1,824 hours.
When is Qatar National Day?
Qatar National Day is on December 18 every year.
| Year | Date | Day of the week |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Friday | |
| 2027 | Saturday | |
| 2028 | Monday | |
| 2029 | Tuesday | |
| 2030 | Wednesday |
About Qatar National Day
National Day is a public holiday in Qatar. It marks December 18, 1878, when Sheikh Jassim bin Mohammed Al Thani became ruler, and it is remembered as the founding of the state.
The day is marked with a parade on the Doha Corniche, cultural events, fireworks and maroon and white flags everywhere.
Make the wait part of the fun
- Decorate your home or car in maroon and white a week or two early.
- Find out where the Corniche parade and the cultural events will be, and plan how to get there.
- Read about the history of Qatar with the younger people in your family.
Qatar National Day countdown FAQ
How many weeks until Qatar National Day?
It’s 10 weeks and 6 days until Qatar National Day on December 18, 2026.
What day of the week is Qatar National Day 2026?
Qatar National Day 2026 falls on a Friday.
When is Qatar National Day 2027?
Qatar National Day 2027 is on Saturday, December 18, 2027.
