Qatar – Sameera Alqattan
Under the patronage of His Excellency Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, Minister of Interior and Commander of the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya), the first edition of the Doha International Music and Marching Festival (Doha Tattoo) will be held from 16 to 20 December 2025 at Katara Cultural Village.
A press conference held at Katara Cultural Village unveiled the line-up of participating bands and ticket details, attended by members of the Doha Tattoo organising committee and partner representatives.
The Doha Tattoo will combine precision with musical artistry, showcasing performances by distinguished musical bands from seven countries: the United Kingdom, the United States of America, Turkia, Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the Sultanate of Oman, Kazakhstan, and the State of Qatar.
The participating line-up includes the Irish Guards and the Royal Air Force Music Services from the United Kingdom, the United States Air Force Honor Guard, the Ottoman Mehter Band from Turkey, the Jordanian Armed Forces Band, the Royal Guard of Oman Band, and the Central Military Band of the Kazakh Ministry of Defence. The festival will also feature notable Qatari participation from musical units representing the Ministries of Defence and Interior, the Amiri Guard, the Ministry of Culture and the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra.
Maj. Gen. Dr. Abdullah Bin Yousif Al Maal Legal Advisor to H.E. the Minister of Interior, General Supervisor of the Police Academy and Charman of the Organizing Committee, stated: “Hosting this event for the first time in the region highlights Qatar’s role as a hub for cultural and artistic exchange, where music and discipline come together in a refined expression that reflects our national values and openness to the world. We have ensured that this inaugural edition embodies a distinctly Qatari spirit, combining authenticity with innovation to offer audiences an exceptional experience worthy of our nation’s stature.”
In this context, Eng. Abdulaziz Ali Al-Mawlawi, CEO of Visit Qatar, Deputy Chairman of the Organising Committee, stated: “The Doha International Music and Marching Festival embodies Qatar’s cultural and tourism vision, which seeks to build bridges of connection between nations through art and music. This event goes beyond musical performances; it represents an artistic and human experience that reflects Doha’s spirit as a capital of creativity, openness, and cultural exchange, while reinforcing its position as a vibrant destination that hosts world-class events throughout the year.”
Col. Dr. Fahad Saeed Abdullah Al-Subaey Vice President of the Police Academy, Director of the Police College and Chairman of the Military Parade Committee, outlined the festival programme, stating: “Over the course of five days, audiences will enjoy a series of spectacular performances that blend military artistry with international music, featuring renowned international bands alongside national ensembles from the Ministries of Defence and Interior, Amiri Guard and Lekhwiya. This Qatari edition has its own identity, combining international showcases with authentic Qatari heritage performances, including the Ardha, in addition to fireworks and drone shows that will illuminate Doha’s sky every evening.”
The organising committee announced that tickets are now available to the public through https://tickets.virginmegastore.me/qa/dohatatoo offered at accessible rates to encourage wide participation. Tickets are available in three categories: QAR 15, QAR 30, and QAR 100.
The committee also announced the festival’s main partners, led by Qatar Airways as the Platinum Partner, along with Katara Hospitality, Vodafone Qatar, Qatar Insurance Company and Shati Al Bahar Group as strategic partners.
