Visit Qatar has officially revealed that FuelFest, the internationally celebrated automotive and entertainment festival, will make its debut in Doha on Thursday, January 23, 2026. The one-day festival will be held at Katara South Parking.
The event is being brought to Qatar through a collaboration between Visit Qatar, FuelFest, and regional promoter Melt Live Middle East, marking the festival’s first-ever staging in the region.
FuelFest will be hosted by Cody Walker and is known for blending high-performance automotive culture with global music acts and interactive fan experiences. The festival has previously drawn large audiences in the United States, Japan, the United Kingdom, and Germany.
The Doha edition highlights Qatar’s rising status as a hub for major international entertainment and large-scale global events.
FuelFest Qatar is set to feature a high-profile program, including appearances by Fast & Furious stars Tyrese Gibson and Jason Statham. The event will also include a live set by DJ Infamous and will conclude with a special double-headliner concert featuring global music stars Ludacris and Busta Rhymes.
Commenting on the announcement, Oweis Zahran, Managing Director of Melt Live Middle East, stated that FuelFest Qatar marks a significant step forward for the region’s automotive and entertainment landscape. He added that the partnership with Visit Qatar brings a globally established festival to Doha, celebrating car culture, music, and community while paying tribute to the legacy of Paul Walker, and setting a new standard for lifestyle festivals in the Middle East.
The inclusion of FuelFest in Qatar’s winter events lineup aligns with Visit Qatar’s continued efforts to offer a wide range of premium experiences for diverse audiences, while reinforcing Doha’s ability to host large international festivals across entertainment, culture, and lifestyle sectors.
In addition, part of the proceeds from FuelFest Qatar will be donated to Reach Out WorldWide, the international non-profit organisation founded by Paul Walker, which provides disaster relief through trained first responders supporting communities impacted by natural disasters worldwide.
Website to purchase ticket: https://doha.platinumlist.net/
