KARACHI, Nov 01 (Internews): The World Culture Festival continued to draw large crowds on its second day on Saturday, as artists from around the globe showcased cross-cultural collaborations through music, traditional craft, theatre and visual arts.
Visitors thronged the festival venue throughout the day to attend interactive workshops, live art demonstrations and fusion performances, featuring Pakistani artists performing alongside participants from Asia, Europe, Africa and Latin America.
One of the key highlights of Day-2 was a collaborative musical ensemble featuring folk musicians from Sindh and Balochistan performing with artists from Turkey, Sri Lanka and France — earning prolonged applause from the audience. The performance blended traditional Pakistani folk instruments such as banjo, bansuri and dambura with classical Western strings, creating a unique soundscape.
A panel discussion titled “Culture as a Bridge for Peace” also drew strong participation from students, writers and cultural practitioners. Speakers emphasised the role of cultural exchanges in fostering understanding between nations. International representatives praised Karachi’s creative spirit and the hospitality shown to visiting artists.
Festival organisers shared that workshops on calligraphy, pottery and folk dance remained fully booked, particularly by young visitors. The children’s activity arena — offering storytelling sessions, mask-making and puppet theatre — attracted families in large numbers.
A visual art exhibition featuring works from more than 50 countries opened on the second day, capturing themes of identity, migration, climate challenges and cultural heritage. Curators said the exhibit aims to promote dialogue among cultures and inspire young Pakistani artists.
Organisers said the turnout on Day-2 exceeded expectations, reflecting the growing interest of Karachi’s residents in global cultural interactions. The event will continue over the weekend with additional international performances, film screenings and literary sessions.
The festival, inaugurated on Friday, features artists from 141 countries and includes over 1,000 performances and cultural showcases. It aims to promote cultural harmony, strengthen people-to-people linkages and project Pakistan’s creative landscape on the world stage.
