DOHA, Qatar — Over 2,500 elite athletes hailing from 190+ nations, along with dignitaries and sporting enthusiasts worldwide, are set to converge in Qatar for the commencement of the premier event on the global aquatics calendar.

World Aquatics, in conjunction with the local organizing committee of the World Aquatics Championships – Doha 2024, has revealed plans for 75 medal events spanning six aquatic disciplines – swimming, diving, water polo, artistic swimming, open water swimming, and high diving – to unfold in the capital city of Qatar.

Tickets for the opening ceremony and competitive events are now available for purchase on the official Doha 2024 website.

Tickets will be exclusively accessible for online acquisition through the official ticketing portal on a first-come, first-served basis.

Image Source: A fan during the Men's Waterpolo Final between Hungary and Croatia at the World Aquatics Championships - Budapest 2017 (Al Bello/Getty Images)

Three ticketing categories are on offer during the Doha 2024 sales period:

  • Categories 1 and 2, as well as a Multi-Session Pass. Category 1 ranges from QAR 35 to QAR 200 (USD 10-80), affording prime seating within the venue
  • Category 2 starts at QAR 20 (USD 5)
  • The Multi-Session Pass is tailored for spectators keen on attending one or more sessions of a chosen sport within a single competition day, with prices starting at QAR 200 (USD 50). Each customer is eligible to purchase up to 10 tickets per session, per category

The Championships are slated to unfold across three key venues: The Aspire Dome, Hamad Aquatic Centre, and Old Doha Port.

Image Source: A view of the aquatics venue used when Doha hosted the 2014 World Swimming Championships (25m) - Feng Li/Getty Images

The Opening Ceremony is scheduled for February 4th at the Aspire Dome, following the initial days of competition, which will witness the commencement of artistic swimming and diving at the Aspire Dome and Hamad Aquatic Centre, respectively.

"With 100 days to go until the World Aquatics Championships – Doha 2024, we celebrate this occasion by inviting everyone in Qatar and around the world to join us at the historic, action-packed championships taking place in the Middle East for the very first time," said Sheikha Asma bint Thani Al Thani, Director of Marketing and Communications, Opening and Closing Ceremonies Committee at the World Aquatics Championships – Doha 2024.

"Qatar has established a legacy for successfully hosting major global sporting events. We are ready once again to warmly welcome world champions and Olympians, emerging competitors, devoted fans and spectators to Doha for an unforgettable experience, both inside and outside the competition arenas."

"Join us at the historic, action-packed championships taking place in the Middle East for the very first time."
By Sheikha Asma bint Thani Al Thani
Image Source: Al Bello/Getty Images

The Doha 2024 aquatic competition will be a pivotal event for athletes and teams on their journey to the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Top-ranked athletes across various aquatic disciplines are slated to vie for top honours, promising an intensely competitive showcase.

To check out the competition schedules for the Championships, check out this link.

For further details about the World Aquatics Championships - Doha 2024, and to secure tickets, please visit http://www.worldaquatics-doha2024.com/.