It is celebrated annually on 18 December and is a national holiday by virtue of a 21 June 2007 decree of the then Crown Prince and Heir Apparent Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani.

[9] The Darb Al Saai festival, organized by Qatar's Ministry of Culture, is held annually in early December.

Workshops offer hands-on experiences in wool weaving, tent fabric-making, bird photography, and creative activities for all ages.

[12] Spanning a 150,000 square-meter area in Umm Salal Mohammed (as of 2022), the venue's unique design blends traditional Qatari architecture with modern elements.

[8] Several commercial establishments are found at Darb Al Saai Market, all with traditional names and selling local souvenirs, clothing and cuisine, including several cafés offering Arabic coffee.