Global Village
- Wheelchair accessible
A seasonal outdoor park with country pavilions, street food, shows and a fairground. Season 31 runs from 14 October 2026 to May 2027, opening at 16:00 each day.
Tickets and prices
| Ticket type | Price and booking |
|---|---|
| General entryEntry to the park. Rides, food and shopping are paid separately. |
Prices include taxes. Children’s tickets are usually cheaper; the venue’s website shows the exact price before you pay.
Opening hours and best time to visit
| Days | Hours |
|---|---|
| Every day | 16:00–23:59 |
Local time in Dubai (GST, UTC+4). Hours can change on public holidays and during Ramadan.
- Season
- Season 31: 14 October 2026 – May 2027
What to see
- Country and regional pavilions selling food, crafts and goods
- More than 200 restaurants, cafés and street-food stalls in Season 30
- Carnaval fairground with over 200 rides, games and attractions (Season 30)
- Stage shows, cultural performances and a stunt show
- Free entry for People of Determination and one companion
How to get there
- Metro
- No metro station at the park. During the season, RTA bus 102 runs from Centrepoint Metro Station, 103 from Union Metro Station, 104 from Al Ghubaiba Bus Station via Max Fashion Metro Station, and 106 from Mall of the Emirates Metro Station.
- Taxi
- RTA taxis, Careem and Uber all serve the park.
- Parking
- Paid parking near the gates costs AED 120 per day, a second paid zone AED 75 per day and VIP parking AED 200 per day. Free zones are 400–450 m from the Gate of the World; more free zones about 1 km away open on busy days, with a free shuttle.
Open the location of Global Village in OpenStreetMap (external site)
Tips for your visit
- Season 31 opens on 14 October 2026 and runs until May 2027.
- Tuesdays (except public holidays) are reserved for families, couples and women.
- The park closes at midnight Sunday to Wednesday and at 01:00 Thursday to Saturday and on public holidays.
- Season 31 entry tickets were not yet on sale when we checked.
- Dress modestly; pets, scooters, bicycles and hoverboards are not allowed.
- The park is large and outdoors, so wear comfortable shoes.
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible. The park states that People of Determination and a companion enter free, and that it offers reserved parking, accessible toilets and wheelchair-friendly access to all attractions. Wheelchairs and electric seated scooters can be rented.
Questions and answers
When does Global Village Season 31 open?
The park lists Season 31 from 14 October 2026 to May 2027.
What are the opening hours?
For Season 31 the park gives 16:00 to midnight Sunday to Wednesday, and 16:00 to 01:00 Thursday to Saturday and on public holidays.
What happens on Tuesdays?
Tuesdays, except public holidays, are reserved for families, couples and women.
How do I get there without a car?
During the season, RTA buses 102, 103, 104 and 106 link the park with metro stations and Al Ghubaiba. They usually run from about 15:15 to 23:15, and the trip takes around 30 minutes.
How much is entry?
Season 31 ticket prices had not been published when we checked. The park said tickets would go on sale later in the year.
Where this information comes from
Official website: globalvillage.ae
- Paid parking: globalvillage.ae, checked
- Paid parking zone 2: globalvillage.ae, checked
- VIP parking: globalvillage.ae, checked
- Season 31 dates, opening hours, family Tuesdays, accessibility, parking, bus routes, rules: globalvillage.ae
- Season 30 highlights (200+ restaurants, Carnaval 200+ rides), Season 31 tickets not yet on sale, VIP packs: globalvillage.ae
- Coordinates (OpenStreetMap Nominatim, theme_park node): nominatim.openstreetmap.org
Photos:
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- Photo by yasara hansani on Unsplash
- Photo by yasara hansani on Unsplash
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