National Day (Qatar)

Date

Dec 18 2024

Time

All Day

Qatar National Day

Qatar National Day, also known as Founder’s Day, is a significant public holiday established in 2007 to commemorate the country’s national unification in 1878. Celebrated annually on December 18th, this day holds deep historical and cultural significance for the people of Qatar. It honors the vision and leadership of Sheikh Jassim bin Mohammed Al Thani, the founder of modern Qatar, who unified the various tribes and regions into a cohesive nation. On Qatar National Day, citizens and residents alike come together to celebrate their heritage, identity, and achievements through various festivities, parades, cultural events, and displays of national pride. It serves as a reminder of Qatar’s rich history and its ongoing journey of progress and development under the wise leadership of its rulers.