Qatar National Day is celebrated all over the country every year with a view to commemorating the country’s unification in 1878 when Sheikh Jassim bin Mohammed Al Thani succeeded his father named Sheikh Muhammad Bin Thani, as the ruler of Qatar. The day is one of their most important public holidays in the country and a lot of arrangements are organized on the occasion of the day. Qatar National Day may also be known as the ‘Founder Day.
Qatar National Day 2024 Date
Qatar National Day 2024 date is on Monday 18th December. Government and people of all ages and professions celebrate the day with great enthusiasm in a festive way. The day brings one of the best moments to the life of each and every person in Qatar.
If the day falls on Friday or Saturday any year, the government gives one-off day to the following day. Qatar celebrated its National Day on 3rd September every year before 2007 which is the country’s Independence Day. Some important facts and details about Qatar National Day are given in the table below.
Qatar National Day Holiday
| Facts | Details |
| Qatar National Day Observance | 18th December every year |
| Prior to 2007, Qatar National Day Observance was | 3rd September |
| Qatar National Day marks | The accession of Sheikh Jassim bin Mohammed Al Thani succeeded his father named Sheikh Muhammad Bin Thani, as the ruler of Qatar |
| Qatar’s unification happened in | 18th December 1878 |
| National Hero of Qatar National Day | Sheikh Jassim bin Mohammed Al Thani |
| The purpose of Qatar National Day Observance | To commemorate the country’s unification in 1878. |
Qatar National Day Celebrations
To celebrate Qatar National Day is one of the greatest moments for all the people in Qatar. The authority has selected the slogan for celebrating Qatar National Day 2024 as “Al Maali Kaydah” that means “the path of excellence is difficult”. On the occasion of the day, various traditional and special activities such as costume display, fireworks, military parade, Qatari flag display, etc. are organized every year to celebrate the day.
A lot of people of the country join national day parade on the morning through the Doha Cornice. The light and water shows take place during the afternoon. The stunning fireworks displays take place in the evening that light up the whole sky.
Qatar National Day Wishes
Many of you are looking for Qatar National Day 2024 wishes to make the day very special. Some of the best wishes regarding the day are presented below for you.
- Today is one of the best days we ever got in our lives. So let us come outside and celebrate in style. Happy Qatar National Day!!
- Let us feel the freedom and understand its meaning. We are so much lucky that we got this country as our motherland. Happy Qatar National Day!!
- Let us remember and honor each and every person who did a lot to free our country and to make it as a successful nation. Happy Qatar National Day 2024!!
- “Happy Qatar National Day! Wishing the people of Qatar a day filled with pride, joy, and celebrations. May your nation continue to prosper and shine.”
- “Warm wishes to the people of Qatar on your National Day. May the spirit of unity and progress continue to guide your nation towards a bright future.”
- “On this special day, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the citizens of Qatar. May the pride and success of your nation continue to grow. Happy National Day!”
- “Happy Qatar National Day! May the flag of Qatar always fly high, symbolizing the strength, unity, and prosperity of your great nation.”
- “Wishing the people of Qatar a joyful National Day filled with love for your country and appreciation for its rich heritage. May Qatar continue to flourish in peace and harmony.”
- “Warmest wishes on Qatar National Day! May the achievements of your nation be celebrated today and always, and may the future be filled with even greater accomplishments.”
- “Happy National Day, Qatar! May the spirit of patriotism and unity be strong in the hearts of every Qatari. Here’s to a day of joy and pride in your remarkable nation.”
- “Congratulations to Qatar on its National Day! May the legacy of your history be a source of inspiration, and may the future hold prosperity and success for all.”
- “Wishing the people of Qatar a proud and joyful National Day. May the bonds of unity and progress continue to strengthen, paving the way for a bright tomorrow.”
- “Happy Qatar National Day! May this special occasion be a reflection of the resilience, unity, and success that define the great nation of Qatar.”
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Qatar National Day 2024 is surely one of the most awaited days for people of Qatar. May the joy of national day spread across the country!!
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National Anthem of Qatar in Arabic
قسما قسما
قسما بمن رفع السماء
قسما بمن نشر الضياء
قطر ستبقي حرة تسمو بروح الاوفياء
سيروا على نهج الألى
سيروا وعلى ضياء الانبياء
قطر بقلبي سيرة عز وأمجاد الاباء
قطر الرجال الاولين
حماتنا يوم النداء
وحمائم يوم السلام
جوارح يوم الفداء
قسما قسما
قسما بمن رفع السماء
قسما بمن نشر الضياء
قطر ستبقى حرة تسمو
بروح الأوفياء
National Anthem of Qatar in English
I Swear, I Swear
Swearing by the one who raised the sky
Swearing by the one who spread the light
Qatar will always be free
By the spirit of the loyal
Travel the high road
Travel by the guiding light of the Prophets
In my heart, Qatar is a way that respects the achievements of our forefathers
Qatar is the land of the foremost men
Who protect us in time of distress,
Doves they can be at times of peace,
Warriors they are at times of sacrifice (2x)
I Swear, I Swear
Swearing by the one who raised the sky
Swearing by the one who spread the light
Qatar will always be free
By the spirit of the loyal
Qatar National Day Arabic wishes
Millions laid their lives to get the country to where it is today. We thank God because our country could final heave a sigh of independence. We will never forget all sacrifices, shouts, fights and chants pf freedom. We will celebrate this for the rest of our lives on earth. Happy birthday Qatar and happy Independence to every Qataris here on.
Let us rejoice in happiness and indulge in bash,
Saluting those who made it feasible,
Who made Qatar stand high and mighty.
Let us make them our inspiration.
Happy Qatar National Day!
This Independence Day, let’s take a pledge to protect the peace and unity of our great nation. Happy Independence Day 2024!
Let’s celebrate the glory of a free Qatari and uphold the pride and honor of being an Qatari.
Happy Independence Day
On 18 December we wish all our clients a happy independence day. Thank you for being part of our big family and long live Qatar.
Meet young Qatar emerging with flying colours, dynamic and versatile in every manner. Let the world know, we are back with a bang!
Happy Independence day to all Qataris. We must remain free in our minds, let our faith show in disposition and words, remain proud of the country that we stand for, and do all we can to make the country better for all of us. Let’s doff our hats in salutation to the country on its birthday.
