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Qatar Balloon Festival Postponed, New Dates Yet to Be Announced

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October 30, 2026

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The organizers of the Qatar Balloon Festival have announced the postponed dates, the 7th edition will be rescheduled for future inclement weather. This 10-day event was originally planned to take place between 10th and 19th December 2026 as part of the Qatar Winter Events Calendar. Please see the revised dates and scheduling information when it is finalised, which will be provided by the organisers.

🎈 The organising committee of the Qatar Balloon Festival has announced that the 7th edition, originally scheduled for 10–19 December 2026, has been postponed until further notice.

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Qatar Balloon Festival Postponement

On October 29, 2026, organisers announced the cancellation of a 2027 information campaign which had been scheduled to be held on December 21, 2027 and 26, 2027, via social networks. There has not yet been an announced replacement schedule. The public and those interested in receiving more details on the festival have been urged to connect through the official channels.

Qatar Balloon Festival Was Set for December 2026

The 7th Edition of Qatar Balloon Festival was scheduled for 10-19 December, coinciding with Qatar’s winter entertainment and National day spectators. It is an annual event with hot-air balloon exhibitions and family activities. The postponement has caused the next dates of the festival to remain unknown.

Qatar Balloon Festival Features Hot Air Balloon Shows

The festival is celebrated by the hot air balloon launches at sunrise above the capital city of Doha, made by the country’s participants in all sorts of shapes. Another facet of its programme is ‘Night Glow‘ tethered displays in the evening and family entertainment. These amenities and activities have turned the event into a weekly feature for lovely people and their guests.

Qatar Balloon Festival Updates Expected

Individuals interested in taking part are advised to stay informed of the Qatar Balloon Festival’s official social media channels and Visit Qatar channels. These avenues will be used when confirmed to update with revised dates and venue arrangements. Earlier, organisers had not said when the 7th edition of the event would be held.