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Pre-register for 2026

Opening Night of Web Summit Qatar takes place on Sunday, February 23. Speakers include Alexis Ohanian, Founder & General Partner of Seven Seven Six; Co-Founder of Reddit, Alexandr Wang, Founder & CEO of Scale AI and Paddy Cosgrave, CEO of Web Summit.

Opening Night is made up of two events: the Opening Ceremony and Night Summit, both taking place at the Doha Exhibition & Convention Centre (DECC).

If you plan on joining us at Opening Night at DECC, please be aware that we are likely to hit capacity at Centre Stage early due to high demand and limited capacity.

In the event that you’re unable to secure entry to Centre Stage, don’t worry – Night Summit festivities also kick off at 5pm at DECC Park. Get to know your fellow attendees through speed networking and games while watching a livestream of Opening Night on the big screens.

Entry to Centre Stage at the DECC begins at 5pm at Entrance 2. You must be registered, and have collected your wristband and lanyard, to join us.

We’re looking forward to meeting you on Sunday February 23 for an unforgettable evening!

Opening Night and Night Summit - Limited capacity

Night Summit is your opportunity to enjoy the city away from the event floor, exploring a carefully curated selection of hotspots within the city of Doha. 

The second night of Night Summit is a chance to connect with your fellow attendees while experiencing a vibrant marketplace. From intimate community meetups based on shared interests to casual conversations that carry on into the night, this is your chance to connect and make lasting memories.

Head over to the home page in the conference app to find your evening spot.

Night Summit at Souq Waqif 🌃

Join us at Meeting Point 4 in the Camel Square of Souq Waqif to meet like-minded individuals and explore a variety of exciting meetups. 
It’s the perfect opportunity to connect, share ideas, and discover new interests in a lively, welcoming atmosphere.

Check out the Discover section in your app to sign up for the meetups!

 • 19:00 Cuisine meetup: Persian Food Lovers
 • 19:20 Cuisine meetup: Turkish Food Lovers
 • 19:40 Introvert-Friendly Networking
 • 20:00 Photography Walk & Talk
 • 20:20 Education Professionals Meetup
 • 20:40 Influencer Mixer
 • 21:00 Coffee Culture & Tastings

See you there!

Night Summit @ Souq Waqif - Meeting Point 4

Join us at Meeting Point 1 in the Western Courtyard of Souq Waqif to meet like-minded individuals and explore a variety of exciting meetups. 
It’s the perfect opportunity to connect, share ideas, and discover new interests in a lively, welcoming atmosphere.

Check out the Discover section in your app to sign up for the meetups!

 • 19:00 Cuisine meetup: Lebanese Food Lovers
 • 19:20 Cuisine meetup: Mesopotamian Cuisine Meetup
 • 19:40 Leadership Growth & Development Professional Meetup
 • 20:20 Expats in Qatar: Let’s Connect!
 • 20:40 HR & People Development Mixer
 • 21:00 Dallah Talks: Coffee & Conversations

See you there!

Night Summit @ Souq Waqif - Meeting Point 1

If you love Egyptian food, this is the perfect chance to meet like-minded people, enjoy a great meal together, and explore the Souq while having fantastic conversations.

Cuisine meetup: Egyptian Food Lovers

Join us at Meeting Point 3 in the Souq Metro Station of Souq Waqif to meet like-minded individuals and explore a variety of exciting meetups. 
It’s the perfect opportunity to connect, share ideas, and discover new interests in a lively, welcoming atmosphere.

Check out the Discover section in your app to sign up for the meetups!

 • 19:00 Cuisine meetup: Syrian Food Lovers
 • 19:20 Cuisine meetup: Indian Food Lovers
 • 20:00 Fashion & Textiles Meetup
 • 20:20 Experience Design Meetup
 • 20:40 Marketing & Content Maker Mixer
 • 21:00 Late Night Shisha Meetup

See you there!

Night Summit @ Souq Waqif - Meeting Point 3

Join us at Meeting Point 2 in the Golden Thumb of Souq Waqif to meet like-minded individuals and explore a variety of exciting meetups. 
It’s the perfect opportunity to connect, share ideas, and discover new interests in a lively, welcoming atmosphere.

Check out the Discover section in your app to sign up for the meetups!

 • 19:00 Cuisine meetup: Egyptian Food Lovers
 • 19:20 Cuisine meetup: Asian Fusion - Chinese, Japanese & Thai Cuisine
 • 19:40 Entrepreneurs & Startups Meetup
 • 20:20 Creative Minds Meetup
 • 20:40 Project & Product Managers Meetup
 • 21:00 Late Night Tea Chats

See you there!

Night Summit @ Souq Waqif - Meeting Point 2

If you love Persian food, this is the perfect chance to meet like-minded people, enjoy a great meal together, and explore the Souq while having fantastic conversations.

Cuisine meetup: Persian Food Lovers

If you love Syrian food, this is the perfect chance to meet like-minded people, enjoy a great meal together, and explore the Souq while having fantastic conversations.

Cuisine meetup: Syrian Food Lovers

If you love Lebanese food, this is the perfect chance to meet like-minded people, enjoy a great meal together, and explore the Souq while having fantastic conversations.

Cuisine meetup: Lebanese Food Lovers

If you love Turkish, Iraqi, or Persian food, this is the perfect chance to meet like-minded people, enjoy a great meal together, and explore the Souq while having fantastic conversations.

Cuisine meetup: Mesopotamian Cuisine Meetup

If you love Chinese, Japanese, or Thai food, this is the perfect chance to meet like-minded people, enjoy a great meal together, and explore the Souq while having fantastic conversations.

Cuisine meetup: Asian Fusion - Chinese, Japanese & Thai Cuisine

If you love Turkish food, this is the perfect chance to meet like-minded people, enjoy a great meal together, and explore the Souq while having fantastic conversations.

Cuisine meetup: Turkish Food Lovers

If you love Indian food, this is the perfect chance to meet like-minded people, enjoy a great meal together, and explore the Souq while having fantastic conversations.

Cuisine meetup: Indian Food Lovers

This meetup is for entrepreneurs and startup founders to network, share ideas, and discuss the challenges of building a business, all while enjoying the lively atmosphere of the Souq.

Entrepreneurs & Startups Meetup

This meetup is designed for professionals focused on leadership growth and development. It’s an opportunity to connect, share strategies, discuss industry trends, and exchange ideas while exploring the Souq.

Leadership Growth & Development Professional Meetup

Not a fan of small talk? This structured meetup is designed to help quieter personalities build meaningful connections without the pressure while exploring the Souq. See you there!

Introvert-Friendly Networking

From traditional textiles to modern fashion trends, this gathering is for anyone passionate about design, fabrics, and style.

Fashion & Textiles Meetup

Grab your camera and join fellow photographers for a casual walk through the Souq, capturing the atmosphere and sharing tips along the way.

Photography Walk & Talk

We’re gathering experience designers, event planners, and hospitality professionals to discuss how to create meaningful and memorable experiences while exploring the Souq. See you there!

Experience Design Meetup

This meetup is designed for anyone involved in the education sector. It’s an opportunity to connect, share strategies, discuss trends in education, and exchange ideas while exploring the Souq.

Education Professionals Meetup

We’re bringing together creatives across industries for an evening of inspiration and connection. If you love design, storytelling, or any form of creativity, See you there!

Creative Minds Meetup

This meetup is a chance for expats to share experiences, tips, and make new friends whist exploring the Souq

Expats in Qatar: Let’s Connect!

Bringing together marketers, content creators, and PR professionals for an evening of networking and creative conversations while exploring the Souq.

Marketing & Content Maker Mixer

We’re bringing together professionals in HR & People Development for a casual get-together. It’s a fantastic opportunity to connect, exchange insights, and discuss the latest trends with fellow enthusiasts in the field.

Browse the Web Summit Qatar 2025 schedule