Doha, Qatar: Minister of Culture H E Sheikh Abdulrahman bin Hamad Al-Thani inaugurated the Qatar National Day (QND) 2025 celebrations at Darb Al Saai in the Umm Salal area, under the slogan “With You It Rises, From You It Awaits.” The events were organized by the Ministry of Culture and will continue until December 20.
The flag was raised in the main square at Darb Al Saai to mark the start of the celebrations, accompanied by national songs. A Darb Al Saai parade was also held, featuring purebred Arabian horses, camels, and the traditional Qatari Ardah performance.
Following the inauguration, Minister of Culture, along with several ambassadors, officials, and distinguished guests, toured various cultural, heritage, and artistic activities displayed across a 150,000-square-meter space at Darb Al Saai, which serves as a national venue bringing together citizens and residents around the history, values, and authentic identity of the nation.
The opening ceremony witnessed a large public turnout from citizens and residents who were keen to be present from the very first moments of the celebrations and to enjoy the unique national and heritage atmosphere.
On this occasion, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Culture and General Supervisor of the National Day celebrations H E Dr. Ghanem bin Mubarak Al Ali affirmed that this year’s Darb Al Saai events reflect the National Day slogan “With You It Rises, From You It Awaits.”
He said that Darb Al Saai fundamentally represents a renewed national message, one that carries the meaning of pride in an authentic past, and a confident, hardworking outlook toward building the future. He added that builds on its role as a modern cultural and heritage platform that highlights the depth of Qatar’s history and its rich legacy by presenting comprehensive and diverse activities that combine cultural and heritage aspects, in addition to educational and entertainment dimensions.
The Undersecretary noted that this year’s events focus on strengthening and reaffirming national identity and authentic Qatari values, engaging all segments of society, and presenting heritage through a contemporary lens and innovative approaches.
He stressed the Ministry of Culture’s keenness to ensure that the activities held at Darb Al Saai serve as a reflection of the richness of Qatar’s deep-rooted culture and reaffirm the nation’s established principles and values.
