Tickets go on sale Monday, November 4 at 12PM, Doha Local Time.

Ticket Prices
Ticket Outlet Locations and Timings
Doha Film Institute Film Ratings Guide
Subtitles and Interpretation
Ticket Policy and Procedure
Venue and Parking Information

Ticket Prices

A physical ticket is required to gain entry to all ticketed screenings and events.*

Customers may purchase a maximum of six (6) tickets per screening per order.

All sales are final. No Refunds. No Exchanges. No Reprints.

Ajyal Film Festival Student Discount

Doha Film Institute is pleased to offer a 20% discount on cinema tickets for students with a valid Student ID. To apply the discount, enter the code A24Student at checkout, which is valid for up to a maximum of 2 tickets per screening or event.

Please note: Student IDs will be verified upon entry—make sure to bring your valid Student ID to confirm eligibility for the discount before entering the event.

Important:
This discount is applied online during the checkout process. Students must present a valid Student ID at the door, as the discount cannot be honoured without verification on-site.

Ticket Outlet Locations and Timings

For all Ajyal screenings tickets can be purchased online here or in person at:

Ajyal Katara Box Office, Katara Building 16
16-23 November
Opens approximately one hour prior to an event’s start time.

Ajyal Box Office, VOX Cinemas, Doha Festival City
10–21 November
4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
22–23 November
2:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Doha Film Institute Film Ratings Guide

All films exhibited by the Doha Film Institute are presented in their original, uncut versions. Based on their content, films are assigned approved ratings from the Ministry of Culture and Sports. Viewer discretion is advised for all screenings and may be guided by the rating system outlined below. Parental guidance is advised in selecting films for young people at the Ajyal Film Festival.

	G - General Audience Suitable for all audiences ages 4 and up. Films do not contain material that is inappropriate for children.
	PG – Parental Guidance Parental guidance is advised. Some material may be inappropriate for young children. Parents should note that films may contain mature themes, strong language and/or depictions of violence.
	PG-13 Parental guidance is advised for viewers under the age of 13. Individuals under the age of 13 are not admitted into cinemas unless accompanied by an individual aged 18 or older. Parents are cautioned that films may contain mature themes, coarse language, violence and/or adult situations that may be inappropriate for those under the age of 13. Parents are strongly encouraged to find out more about the content of films before deciding whether they are appropriate for their children.
	PG-15 Parental guidance is advised for viewers under the age of 15. Individuals under the age of 15 are not admitted into cinemas unless accompanied by an individual aged 18 or over. Parents are strongly cautioned that films may contain mature themes, coarse language, graphic violence, horror, and/or intimate adult situations that may be inappropriate for those under the age of 15. Parents are strongly encouraged to find out more about the content of films before deciding whether they are appropriate for their children. Please note: Identification may be required as proof of age
	15+ Mature subject matter. May not be suitable for minors. Individuals under the age of 15 are not admitted into cinemas Parents are strongly cautioned that films may contain mature themes, controversial subject matter, coarse language and/or profanity, graphic or persistent violence, horror, substance use and/or intimate adult situations that may be inappropriate for minors. Parents are strongly encouraged to find out more about the content of films before deciding whether they are appropriate for their children. Please note: Identification may be required as proof of age
	18+ Mature subject matter. Not suitable for minors. Individuals under the age of 18 are not admitted into cinemas. Films may contain mature themes, controversial subject matter, coarse language and/or profanity, graphic or persistent violence, horror, substance use and/or intimate adult situations, and are not suitable for those under the age of 18. Audiences are strongly encouraged to find out more about the content of films before deciding whether they wish to attend. Please note: Identification may be required as proof of age.

Subtitles and Interpretation

Unless otherwise noted, all films are shown in their original language with English and Arabic subtitles as necessary. Interpreters will be on site for all panels and Q&A sessions.

Ticket Policy and Procedure

ADMISSION

To guarantee admission, all ticket holders MUST be present in line at the venue at least 30 minutes prior to the scheduled screening or event start time.
Late seating is at the discretion of the venue management team and is not permitted 30 minutes after the start time of any screening.
All attendees require a ticket for admission to screenings and events. A badge alone does not grant admission.

Ticket Sales during the Festival
During the Festival, same day ticket sales are available at Ajyal ticket outlets based on availability. Sales will be discontinued online approximately 45 minutes prior to a screening start time, and approximately 30 minutes prior to screening time at all ticket outlet locations. After these cut off times, tickets can only be purchased at the Ajyal Box Office where the event is taking place.

RUSH Sales
For sold-out screenings and events, a RUSH sales line forms at the event venue approximately 45 minutes prior to the event’s start time. Admission begins approximately five minutes before the start time and is based on availability. Admission is not guaranteed. Note: Rush Sales are cash only and are limited to one (1) ticket per person.

Doha Film Institute Ticket Policy

• - Customers may purchase a maximum of six (6) tickets per screening or event per order
• - All attendees must present a ticket to access screenings and/or events. A badge or card alone does not grant admission
• - Discounted tickets are only available for sale at ticket outlets
• - No children under the age of 4 will be admitted to any Ajyal screenings or events. Children 12 years of age and under must be accompanied by an adult to all public ticketed Ajyal screenings. Please refer to the Doha Film Institute Film Ratings Guide for film attendance policy and age restrictions
• - To guarantee admission, all ticket holders MUST be present in line at the venue 30 minutes prior to the scheduled screening or event start time
• - Late seating is at the discretion of the venue management team and is not permitted 30 minutes after the start time of any screening or event
• - Any and all audio or video recording and/or photography is strictly prohibited at all events
• - All tickets are subject to availability
• - All sales final. No refunds. No exchanges. No reprints.

Venue and Parking Information

Ajyal Film Festival screenings and events are held at Katara and Novo Cinemas, Msheireb Galleria.
Please follow the Ajyal signage to direct you to your venue.

Screening Venues

Katara Building 16
This venue houses both the Katara Opera House and the Katara Drama Theatre.

• Katara Opera House (K16-OH)
• Katara Drama Theatre (K16-DT)

VOX Cinemas, Doha Festival City

• VOX Cinemas, Doha Festival City, Cinema 9
• VOX Cinemas, Doha Festival City, Cinema 11
• VOX Cinemas, Doha Festival City, Cinema 13

West Bay Beach – Cinema by the Sea

• ‘Cinema by the Sea’ screenings will take place at West Bay Beach. Seating is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Limited number of tickets will be available for collection 45 minutes before the screening time.

Museum of Islamic Art Park – Cinema Under the Stars

• ‘Cinema Under the Stars’ screenings will take place at the Museum of Islamic Art Park. Seating is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Parking

Underground and surface parking are available at Katara and Doha Festival City (DFC). Please see the festival map for entrances and locations. Parking is limited; please allow extra travel time.

Once at Katara or Vox Cinema at Doha Festival City, all Ajyal screening and event venues will be clearly marked. If you need assistance when you arrive, please ask any Ajyal volunteer to guide you.

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