A new wave of “offline” events is taking off around the world as people, especially teens and young adults, look for real connection beyond their screens. Surveys show many teens feel worse after too much social media, so it’s no surprise that phone-free gatherings are booming.
Smartphones are locked away on arrival, and drawing huge crowds for simple pleasures like reading, chatting, playing board games, or just enjoying a drink without the constant pull of notifications.
What’s striking is how deeply these events resonate with people. Attendees often stay long past the scheduled end time, forming real friendships, and sometimes even business connections, just by being present with one another.
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