A CREATIVE FESTIVAL. AN OPEN-AIR STATE OF MIND.
HIGH
FIVE!DOHA
Something good is
coming to the Backyard.
Independent brands, local makers, art, vinyl, Garage Sale, food and music. A creative festival in the gardens of Sheraton Grand Doha.

Good things.
Great company.
01 / THE IDEA
A FESTIVAL
FOR THE
CURIOUS
Made. Found. Played.Tasted. Shared.YOUR AFTERNOON, REIMAGINED.
COME FOR AN HOUR
STAY FOR THE
AFTERNOON
Doha’s creative culture.
Together in one garden.
High Five is a new creative festival bringing together Doha’s independent brands, local makers, art, design, vinyl culture, rare finds, Garage Sale, food and music. It is a place to discover things you rarely find together — and meet the people who make, collect and care about them.
Over two days, The Backyard at Sheraton Grand Doha becomes an outdoor world of original objects, independent fashion, handmade pieces, contemporary design and carefully selected private collections. Each stall adds something distinctive; every path leads to another discovery.
At the centre is a large social lawn: rugs, beanbags, low tables and palms, surrounded by food and music. Take a break, compare your finds, meet friends and let the afternoon unfold. The stalls, the people and the soundtrack are all part of the same day — easy to move between, with room to stop whenever something catches your attention.
Shop something made in Doha
Meet local makers and independent brands. Ask about the idea, the process and the person behind the things you love.
Find something with a story.
Dig through records, discover art and come across a camera, book or vintage piece you did not expect at the Garage Sale.
Eat, listen and stay for sunset.
Follow a vinyl DJ set, share something delicious and gather around the grand piano as the light turns gold.
02 / EXPLORE THE FESTIVAL
EIGHT WAYS
TO DISCOVER
A creative market, a record to take home, an unexpected find or a dance under the palms. Explore eight sides of High Five, all connected by one garden and a day of good music.

SHOP SOMETHING
MADE IN DOHA
Independent brands. Local makers. People with a point of view.
Meet the people behind the things.Discover independent fashion, handmade ceramics, home objects, fragrance, jewellery, flowers, books and prints. The market brings together original products and the people behind them in a carefully selected mix of stalls.
Look closely at a ceramic glaze, a fabric or a print, then ask the person who chose or made it. A conversation can make a thoughtful gift feel more personal, reveal the care behind a collection or introduce you to a local brand you will want to keep following.
Bring your brand↗
DIG. TALK.
TAKE IT HOME.
Music you can hold. Discoveries you can share.
Good records. Good people.Record collectors, selectors and music lovers come together around the crates. Browse soul, disco, jazz, funk, Arabic classics and unexpected records, with people who love the search as much as the sound.
Ask for a recommendation, compare favourite pressings or follow a familiar artist into a sound you have never explored. You can leave with a record, a new recommendation or a conversation you want to continue. Vinyl culture runs from the market crates to the festival soundtrack.
Bring your records↗
OLD STORIES
NEW FAVOURITES
Carefully selected finds from private collections.
Find what nobody else brought.The Garage Sale gives good things a second life. Explore vintage clothing, cameras, books, records, décor and collectable objects chosen for their quality, character and the stories they carry.
Each collection adds a different perspective. You might discover a camera worth keeping, a book you have been looking for or an object you never knew you wanted. Collectors and private sellers can introduce their selection to the team.
Introduce your collection↗
DISCOVER A
NEW PERSPECTIVE
Original work. Independent ideas. Art within reach.
Something to see differently.The Art Wall and creative stalls bring paintings, illustration, photography, prints and contemporary design into the flow of the festival. Explore pieces that catch your eye and meet the artists who made them.
Start with a colour, a composition or a small detail that catches your eye. A conversation with the artist can reveal the technique or personal story behind it. High Five gives emerging and independent creative voices a place to share their perspective and become part of your own discoveries.
Share your art or design↗
FOLLOW YOUR
APPETITE
A reason to explore. Another reason to stay.
Made to taste. Better together.Independent food concepts, savoury bites, sweets, freshly brewed coffee and refreshing drinks are part of the discovery. The selection is designed for an easy garden afternoon, with things to carry, taste and share.
Pick up lunch, try something between stalls or take a plate back to the lawn. Low tables and relaxed seating make food a social part of the festival, from the first coffee to a bite at sunset.
Bring your food concept↗
A PIANO
A GOLDEN HOUR
A grand piano on the lawn. A whole garden listening.
Meet us at golden hourAs afternoon turns to evening, a special neoclassical piano set becomes a shared moment at the heart of High Five. The sound of a grand piano carries across the lawn, with palms overhead and the warm light of sunset around you.
Find a place on a rug or beanbag, settle in with friends and let the music lead. After an afternoon of discovery and dancing, this intimate performance gives the festival a different kind of energy — a moment to pause and enjoy together.
Introduce your sound↗
THE HEART
OF HIGH FIVE
Rugs. Beanbags. Low tables. Good company.
Come for an hour. Stay for the afternoon.At the centre of the festival is a large social lawn beneath the palms. It is the place to return to after browsing: somewhere to sit with your finds, enjoy food, meet your friends and listen to the music.
Bring your discoveries back to friends, share a record recommendation or decide which stall to explore next. With palms overhead and music moving through the garden, the lawn gives the afternoon an easy rhythm and brings the different parts of High Five together.
Plan your afternoon↗
GOOD RECORDS
GREAT ENERGY
Vinyl on the decks. Rhythm in the garden. Music all day.
Find your groove. Stay for the feeling.From the first arrivals to the last part of the afternoon, a lively, rhythmic soundtrack moves through High Five. Vinyl DJs connect soul, funk, disco and unexpected discoveries, bringing people together around the decks and giving the whole garden a reason to move.
Browse to the beat, watch the selectors at work or join friends for a dance beneath the palms. Music is part of the day wherever you find yourself — from the record crates to the social lawn.
Bring your music to High Five↗THE HIGH FIVE FEELING
COME FOR
AN HOUR
STAY FOR THE
AFTERNOON
A beautiful day outside.
An unexpected world within.
Just creative people, interesting things, culture, music, food and a garden made for spending time together. High Five moves at your pace: browse a little, listen a little, stay longer than you planned.
The people are part of what you discover. A maker can tell you how a piece came together; a collector can point you towards a record you have never heard. Bring your curiosity, share a table with friends and enjoy the small conversations that make a city feel more connected.
The people and idea behind High Five ↗03 / FIND YOUR PLACE
GOOD ENERGY
GREAT COMPANY
A festival takes its character from the people in it. Bring your products, your collection, your creative work or an idea that makes the experience richer.
BRING
YOUR THING
Introduce an independent brand, a food concept, original artwork or a carefully chosen collection. Explore the categories, what we look for and how to apply for a place at High Five.
Explore vendor participation →FOR BRANDS & COLLABORATORSMAKE YOUR
MARK
Help shape a real part of the festival: a creative experience, a welcoming social space, a music moment or the stories that travel beyond the garden. Discover the ways we can build something together.
Explore partnership opportunities →ABOUT US
CREATED BY ARTLIVE
Approximately 20 years of international live-entertainment experience, brought into a festival with a distinctly Doha spirit. The atmosphere matters as much as the programme.
Meet the team behind the festival ↗A LITTLE MORE TO KNOW
CURIOUS?
GOOD
What to discover, how the festival feels and how to get involved. For everything else, we would love to hear from you.
Ask us a question ↗How much are tickets?
Tickets are just QAR 20 per adult, for your chosen day. Kids enter free during Family Time, 12:30–15:30. From 16:00, entry with children is not permitted. Your ticket brings you into the garden to explore the market, art, vinyl, music and social lawn; food, drinks and purchases from sellers are separate.
What is HIGH FIVE! DOHA?
High Five is a two-day creative outdoor festival at The Backyard, Sheraton Grand Doha. It brings independent brands, local makers, art, design, vinyl culture, rare finds, a curated Garage Sale, food and music into one garden. Browse the stalls, meet the people behind the work and spend the afternoon on the social lawn.
What can I discover and take home?
Original objects, independent fashion, handmade ceramics, fragrances, prints, books, records and contemporary design. The Garage Sale adds carefully selected vintage pieces, cameras, décor and collectables from private collections. Every part of the mix is chosen for its character and its place in the festival.
What happens beyond the market?
Food counters, vinyl DJs and live musical elements give the day its rhythm. A large social lawn with rugs, beanbags and low tables creates space to eat, catch up with friends and listen. A special neoclassical performance on a grand piano brings everyone together during golden hour.
Who is the festival for?
Curious shoppers, music lovers, art and design enthusiasts, record collectors and friends. Kids enter free during Family Time, 12:30–15:30. From 16:00, entry with children is not permitted. Come to discover independent creativity, meet the people behind it and enjoy the garden at your own pace.
Can I sell at the Garage Sale or join as a maker?
Yes. Select Garage Sale / Vinyl Market in the enquiry form to introduce a private collection or record selection, or choose Vendor for an independent brand. Share what you would bring, a few highlights and a link where we can see more. Artists, food concepts and performers can choose their own category. The team reviews each enquiry before discussing participation.
Where is it, and how can I plan my visit?
Find us at The Backyard, Sheraton Grand Doha. Festival hours are 12:30–19:30. Explore the Tickets page to choose Day 1 or Day 2, see the QAR 20 admission price and read the Family Time and entry conditions. You can also opt in to announcements when contacting the team.
MAKE AN AFTERNOON OF IT
YOUR NEXT
GOOD DAY OUT
A whole garden to discover, for just QAR 20. Meet Doha’s independent makers, browse records and rare finds, then settle on the lawn for food, conversation and music. Kids join free during Family Time.
Choose your day ↗