Doha Film Institute
Geekend

Geekend

Geekend

General Activities

Across every space of the Geekdom Building, a wide range of interactive experiences await—each one designed to engage, entertain, and inspire. From battling it out in thrilling tournaments and gaming challenges, to relaxing in our lounge, there’s something for everyone.

Geekend Market (3:00 – 11:00 PM)
Explore a community-driven market of art, design, and fandom. Meet local and regional creatives, and take home something unforgettable.

Geekend Lounge (3:00 – 11:00 PM)
Chill at the Geekend lounge and recharge at the Geekdom Café with snacks and drinks.

Boardgames & TCG (3:00 – 11:00 PM)
Sit down for casual board games or battle it out in competitive tournaments, including Trading Card Game matches.

  • Pokémon TCG Tournaments (4:00 – 8:00 PM)
    Hosted by PTCG-Q, the first major Pokémon TCG tournaments in Qatar will bring trainers together for an exciting showdown. Build your best 60-card deck and dive into the world of competitive Pokémon battles!
    Registration will open soon–stay tuned!
  • Quoridor Tournament (Friday, 23 May, 4:00 – 11:00 PM)
    Hosted by Majlis Shabab, players race to reach the opposite side while using barriers to block their opponents. It’s a battle of tactics, foresight, and smart moves. Ready to outmaneuver the competition?
    Registration will open soon–stay tuned!
  • Odin Tournament (Saturday, 24 May, 4:00 – 11:00 PM)
    Hosted by Majlis Shabab, Odin will challenge players to outmaneuver their opponents through smart tactics and precise decision-making. With engaging gameplay and competitive twists. Are you ready to rise to the challenge?
    Registration will open soon–stay tuned!

Casual Gaming (3:00 – 11:00 PM)
Test your skills in the Geekend Gaming Challenge area with live battles on the show floor. Prefer a more relaxed experience? Join in for casual gaming instead!

Geekend Gaming Challenge details:

  • Pokkén Tournament DX: Thursday, 22 May, 6:00 – 7:00 PM
  • Pokémon Snap: Friday, 23 May, 6:00 – 7:00 PM
  • Final Battle: Super Smash Bros.: Saturday, 24 May, 5:00 – 5:30 PM
    Finalists will advance to the live Final Battle on stage!

Trainer Challenge (3:00 – 11:00 PM)
Solve daily riddles and complete challenges around the venue to earn stamps. Collect them all for a chance to win in our raffle.

Ready to explore it all?

Register for your day pass - (Payment upon arrival)