Global village dubai

Published: Thu 8 Jun 2023, 10:19 AM Last updated: Fri 9 Jun 2023, 12:05 AM Dubai's Global Village will open a week earlier this year. The multicultural family destination will open for Season 28 on October 18, The family theme park will be open for 194 days and will shut its doors for the season on April 28, 2024. By opening a few days earlier for Season 28, Global Village aims to ensure that guests can enjoy an extended period of thrilling entertainment, cultural diversity, and unparalleled attractions. Each year, millions of visitors from all corners of the globe gather to revel in the park’s vibrant atmosphere, captivating shows, delectable cuisines, and unique shopping opportunities. Considering the number of visitors in the 27th edition, Global Village broke all the records in its previous season. The entertainment park received more than 9 million visitors, shutting its doors for the season on April 30, 2022. In the last edition, Global Village saw more than 90 cultures represented across 27 pavilions as well as 40,000 performances by 400 artists from over 40 different nationalities, from its opening on October 25, 2022. Visitors also experienced over 175 rides and attractions, shopped and dined at over 3,250 outlets, and enjoyed 77 unique fireworks displays. The previous edition had 27 pavilions, with the new Qatar and Oman pavilions joining the existing ones, which are the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Kuwait, Afghanistan, Africa, the Americas, China, Egypt, Europe, ...

History Global Village started out in the form of a number of kiosks in January 1997 located on the Creek Side opposite to Dubai Municipality. It then later shifted to the Oud Metha Area near Wafi City for 5 years. Today, Global Village has 6 million visitors at its current location on exit of Sheikh Zayed Exit 37 in Facts and figures Year Number of visitors 2019/20 More than 7 million visitors, From 29 October 2019 to 15 March 2020, 146 days (Closed early due to COVID-19 outbreak instead of 4 April). 2018/19 7 million visitors, From 30 October 2018 to 13 April 2019, 166 days. 2017/18 5.6 million visitors, From 1 November 2017 to 7 April 2018, 157 days. 2016/17 From 1 November 2016 to 8 April 2017, 158 days. 2015/16 From 3 November 2015 to 9 April 2016, 158 days. 2014/15 From 6 November 2014 to 11 April 2015, 156 days. 2013/14 From 5 October 2013 to 12 April 2014, 191 days. 2012 7.00 million visitors. 2011 5.00 million visitors, 151 days, and 45 country pavilions. 2008 4.50 million visitors. 2007 4.20 million visitors, 59 days, and 39 country pavilions. 2006 2.10 million visitors, 129 days, and 40 country pavilions. 2005 5.00 million visitors, 79 days. Global Village reaches its 10-year mark with a new location and longer operation period. 2004 5.20 million visitors, 38 participating countries. 2003 3.10 million visitors, 31 participating countries. 2002 2.33 million visitors, 28 country pavilions. 2001 1.68 million visitors, 25 country pavilions. 2000 1.59 million visitor...

One of the most magical places to visit in Part theme park, part market – it’s truly difficult to describe Global Village without experiencing it! A wonderful festival of colour, sounds, smells, and tastes as countries around the world showcase their foods, handicrafts, dance and culture in one giant venue. The 2021/22 season marks the 26th year of Global Village which continues to grow every year – 78 cultures across 26 pavilions and 3,500 displays will feature in this winter’s event. • • • • • • • • Global Village Dubai Timings Season 26 of Global Village Dubai will run from 26 October 2021 until 10 April 2021. • Saturday to Wednesday 4:00 pm to 12:00 am (last entry 11:30 pm) • Thursday & Friday 4:00 pm to 1:00 am (last entry 12:30 pm) Note that Mondays are family night (unless it is a public holiday) where only women, children and direct male relatives may attend. Global Village Dubai Ticket Price Park entry into Global Village Dubai has always been set at a very affordable amount to encourage visitors from all parts of the Dubai community to be able to join in. The 2021-22 entry cost remains unchanged: • Adults 15 AED • Children less than 3-years-old are free, as are over 65’s • People of Determination and one caregiver are free Carnaval Rides come at an additional cost, you can pre-purchase a Wonder Pass and top it up with credit for these rides. Pre-purchase your Global Village tickets online Additional attractions at Global Village Dubai There are several attraction...

Anticipate a more wonderful world yet again at Global Village! At Global Village, we bring the world to Dubai with the best entertainment, shopping, dining experiences, and attractions designed to keep you enthralled all season long! Discover a more wonderful world each time you visit to enjoy myriad cultures, cuisines and conversations. Road of Asia Guests got to experience the cuisine, cultures and colours of Asia as they sauntered down the Road of Asia in Season 27. This special pedestrian street brought the bustling atmosphere of the best Asian markets to Global Village with authentic street food, products and crafts from 13 Asian countries. Events: So much to celebrate From the Wonderers' Kids Fest with its giant classic board games, thrilling skill competitions, and interactive shows to the Happiness Street Fest that celebrated female talent from across the globe, every event at Global Village during Season 27 was a celebration of diversity, creativity, art, and culture. Aqua Action! Stunt Show Combining new fire effects, street bikes, LED fly-board suits, monster trucks, Aqua Action! Stunt Show was full-throttle family fun! Jam-packed with explosions, drifting, back-flipping bikes, and precision driving that came with the insane car, jet-ski stunts, and fly-board action, it was a seasonal must-do! Entertainment: Lively & vibrant shows! Season 27 had a line-up of over 40,000 spectacular shows and special events for the whole family! From family-friendly shows with al...