Global Encounters Festival Archives

July 20, 2025
International
World

Global Encounters Festival 2025: What it is, why it matters, and what’s new this year | World News

Young artists and athletes from around the world gather to celebrate culture and sports at Global Encounters Festival 2025 in Dubai/ Representative Image TL;DR The Global Encounters Festival is a cultural and sports event by the Ismaili Muslim community, held in Dubai from July 20-27, 2025. It brings together over 4,000 young artists and athletes […]

July 19, 2025
International
World

RTA extends Dubai Metro timings for Global Encounters Festival: Rules, timing, full travel details here | World News

Dubai Metro hours extended for Global Encounters Festival at DWTC, expect late-night trains/ Image: File TL;DR Dubai Metro will run until 1am on Sunday, July 20 (instead of midnight). The extended service supports the Global Encounters Festival crowd at Dubai World Trade Centre. RTA urges metro use to avoid traffic and parking issues in central […]