How many days until Qatar National Day 2026?
As of 31 October 2026 (New Zealand date), there are 48 days until Qatar National Day 2026, on Friday 18 December 2026.
The count above was calculated when this page was published. With JavaScript on, the page recounts live on your own clock.
Key facts
- Date: Friday 18 December 2026.
- Observed in: Qatar.
- How the date is set: Qatar National Day is always 18 December, the anniversary of Sheikh Jassim bin Mohammed Al Thani taking power in 1878.
- Dates last checked: 30 October 2026.
Live countdown to Qatar National Day 2026, on Friday 18 December 2026. See the days, weeks and weekdays left and the upcoming dates.
Days to go
- 48 days, or 6 weeks and 6 days
- 34 weekdays (Monday to Friday) in between
- It falls on a Friday
When are the next dates for Qatar National Day?
Qatar National Day 2026 is on Friday 18 December 2026, and Qatar National Day 2027 is on Saturday 18 December 2027.
| Year | Date | Days left |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Friday 18 December 2026 | 48 |
| 2027 | Saturday 18 December 2027 | 413 |
| 2028 | Monday 18 December 2028 | 779 |
| 2029 | Tuesday 18 December 2029 | 1144 |
| 2030 | Wednesday 18 December 2030 | 1509 |
How is the date of Qatar National Day set?
Qatar National Day is always 18 December, the anniversary of Sheikh Jassim bin Mohammed Al Thani taking power in 1878.
Qatar National Day (اليوم الوطني لقطر) is a public holiday marked with parades, fireworks and cultural events, notably around Doha's Corniche.
It remembers Sheikh Jassim bin Mohammed Al Thani, who became ruler in 1878 and is regarded as the founder of the modern state.
Sources
Dates last checked on 30 October 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many days until Qatar National Day 2026?
- As of 31 October 2026 (New Zealand date), there are 48 days until Qatar National Day 2026, on Friday 18 December 2026. That is 6 weeks and 6 days, with 34 weekdays (Monday to Friday) in between. The live counter on this page uses your own time zone.
- What date is Qatar National Day 2026?
- Qatar National Day 2026 falls on Friday 18 December 2026. Qatar National Day is always 18 December, the anniversary of Sheikh Jassim bin Mohammed Al Thani taking power in 1878.
- When is Qatar National Day in 2027?
- Qatar National Day 2027 falls on Saturday 18 December 2027.
- Is Qatar National Day always on the same date?
- Yes. Qatar National Day is always 18 December, the anniversary of Sheikh Jassim bin Mohammed Al Thani taking power in 1878. Only the day of the week changes from year to year.