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DUBAI (WAM)
Global Village, the region's leading multicultural family destination for entertainment, dining, shopping and attractions, will open its doors Wednesday for Season 31 at 6 pm, welcoming guests to "A More Wonderful World".
The new season features new attractions, entertainment and cultural experiences, alongside returning favourites. Running until May 2027, it builds on Global Village's 30-year legacy of bringing people and cultures together, offering families and friends opportunities to discover traditions, explore diverse cuisines and enjoy shared experiences.
Fernando Eiroa, Chief Executive Officer of Dubai Holding Entertainment, said, “Global Village holds a special place in people’s lives because of the connections they make here, with their own roots, with other cultures and the people they visit alongside. It has become a much-loved tradition for families and friends, reflecting the welcoming, multicultural spirit of the UAE.”
He added, “As we open Season 31, we are delighted to welcome guests back to the tastes, traditions and experiences they love, while giving them new opportunities to explore and discover together. Above all, we want every guest to feel that they belong and to leave with memories that stay with them long after their visit and inspire them to return.”
Season 31 features 29 pavilions representing more than 90 cultures, alongside over 3,500 shopping outlets offering products from around the world. Guests can also enjoy more than 250 dining options, 40,000 shows and over 200 attractions, combining familiar experiences with new offerings for all ages.
Season 31 will begin at 6 pm with a special programme of celebrations, featuring a choir performance followed by the vibrant Parade of the World, showcasing cultures from around the globe.
The opening festivities include Global Village's signature confetti shower at the Gate of the World, along with surprises and photo opportunities. A spectacular drone show featuring 600 drones will illuminate the night sky, marking the start of the new season with a special display of entertainment and celebration.
This season introduces refreshed experiences at the Sri Lanka Pavilion and the Russia and Azerbaijan pavilions, while the Syria and Kuwait pavilions feature renewed façades. A redesigned Season 31 Passport and a new Kids Passport will allow guests to collect stamps as they explore the pavilions, offering families an interactive way to discover different cultures and a keepsake of their visit.
Dining remains a central part of the Global Village experience, with a wide selection of international street food, restaurants and cafés offering familiar favourites alongside new culinary trends and flavours from around the world.
Located next to Carnaval® and overlooking the Falcon Stage, Restaurant Plaza combines dining with live entertainment, providing guests with a setting to enjoy meals while taking in the surrounding atmosphere.
Global Village offers more than 200 attractions catering to families, children and thrill-seekers, including a wide range of rides and games at Carnaval.
Global Village has introduced a range of improvements to parking, wayfinding and guest facilities to enhance convenience and accessibility throughout Season 31.
These include a new VIP parking self-payment system, enhanced directional signage and expanded ticketing capacity at Happiness Gate to facilitate smoother arrivals and departures.
Additional family washrooms have also been introduced, including accessible facilities for People of Determination.
A new WhatsApp chatbot will also provide guests with convenient access to information and assistance throughout their visit.
Global Village will operate from 4pm to midnight from Sunday to Wednesday, and from 4 pm to 1 am from Thursday to Saturday and on public holidays.
Tickets are available through the Global Village website, mobile app and ticketing counters at all gates. Tuesdays will be reserved exclusively for families and ladies, except on public holidays.
As Season 31 gets underway, Global Village continues to bring together people from diverse backgrounds through cultural experiences, entertainment, dining and shopping.
