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Global stars line up to perform in Doha during big FIFA Club World Cup 2019

Global superstar Katy Perry, legendary band Maroon 5, international Latin music star Maluma, and international music legend Cheb Khaled are set to perform in Doha between December 13 and 19, in time for the FIFA Club World Cup being hosted in Qatar from December 11 to 21.

Global superstar Katy Perry to perform in Doha during FIFA Club World Cup
Global superstar Katy Perry to perform in Doha during FIFA Club World Cup

In addition, some of the Middle East region’s most famous music stars will perform during the finals of the GCC Cup, which concludes on December 8. The line-up taking the stage between December 5 and 7, features Qatari musician Fahad Al Kubaisi, Yara, Omar Al Abdallat, Ibrahim Dashti, and Rahma Riad.

The series of musical events are being held under the banner Qatar Live, organised by Qatar Airways and Qatar National Tourism Council (QNTC).

For fans of electronic music, the organisers are bringing Daydream Festival to Qatar for the first time on December 12 and 20 at the Ritz-Carlton, Doha. The world-renowned festival takes place each year at different locations around the world, bringing together the best DJs in dance and electronic music.

On December 12 the line-up of DJs includes Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, Robin Schulz, Sam Feldt, Matt Sochon, and Wankelmut. On December 20, Afrojack, Lost Frequencies, Mark Knight, Steff Da Campo, and Matt Sochon will perform at the festival.

 Global superstars to perform in Doha during FIFA Club World Cup 2019
Global superstars to perform in Doha during FIFA Club World Cup 2019

Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive and Secretary-General of QNTC, His Excellency Akbar Al Baker, said: “I am thrilled to launch our Qatar Live series of music concerts today, set to be the best of its kind in the region, and look forward to welcoming these fantastic musical talents to Doha in the coming weeks. With the 24th Arabian Gulf Cup Qatar 2019 and the FIFA Club World Cup Qatar 2019 happening during the same period as these music events, it is going to be a really exciting time to be in Doha for residents and visitors alike. To celebrate, we are offering passengers special fares and packages to Doha during this time.”

To provide a complete experience, Qatar Airways is offering special offers on Economy and Business Class flights for global passengers visiting Doha. Additionally, for visitors travelling from Kuwait and Oman, Qatar Airways Holidays is offering special packages that will cover flights, hotels, airport transfers, and concert tickets when travelling to Qatar.

For travellers from the rest of the world, packages and stopovers covering hotels and transfers are available through Discover Qatar.

Additionally, Katara Hospitality – the global hotel owner, developer, and operator – joins as a hotel partner for these special packages. A memorable experience awaits guests of all ages with distinguished hotels across Qatar including The Ritz-Carlton, Doha; Sheraton Grand Doha; Sharq Village & Spa; Al Messila Resort & Spa; Simaisma Resort; Sealine Beach Resort; The Avenue Hotel; and Movenpick Hotel Doha.

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