How music festivals contribute to culture and tourism

Date 15 May 2026

Time 17:00

Duration 1 hour

Venue Courtyard Stage

Type Panel

Speakers / Artists Dusan Kovacevic, Rajat Malhotra, Ramadan Alharatani, Tito El Khachab, Rabih Mokbel

What starts as a weekend of music can grow into something that reshapes how a place is seen, felt, and talked about for years. This panel brings together some of the most prominent minds in the global festival and live entertainment space to get into what that actually looks like in practice. The conversation will cover the real work behind building festivals that stick — the creative decisions, the cultural negotiations, the economic ripple effects, and the fine line between serving a local community and opening it up to the world.

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Entry Rules & Guidelines

→ Daytime summit experiences are restricted to attendees aged 18+.

→ Nighttime experiences (Listening Room) are restricted to attendees aged 21+.

→ Attendees may be required to present valid identification upon request.

→ Entry is permitted with a valid ticket or accreditation only.

→ Access to certain areas is subject to pass type.

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→ Security checks may be conducted upon entry. Prohibited items may be confiscated.

→ Harassment, discrimination, or disruptive behavior will result in removal from the event.

→ Alcohol consumption must comply with local regulations and venue policy.

→ The organizer is not responsible for any loss, theft, or damage to personal belongings.

→ Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Valid ID may be checked upon entry, and the organizers reserve the right to refuse entry to anyone who does not meet the age requirement.