Global Village Dubai: Tickets, Timings, Pavilions & Tips (Season 31, 2026-27)
Global Village Dubai is the one place in Dubai where you can walk from Japan to Morocco in ten minutes, taste food from a dozen countries in one evening and ride a 60-metre wheel under the stars. It is a seasonal outdoor park. It opens in the cool months and closes for the summer. This guide gives you the facts for Season 31: tickets, hours, pavilions, rides, food, shows and the best way to get there.
The park sits on Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311), Exit 37, in Dubailand. It is one of the most popular Things to Do in Dubai.
Pricing and date caution: prices and dates here were checked against the official site in October and November 2026. Prices and dates can change. Check globalvillage.ae before you travel, especially for a Sunday visit or near the end of the season.
Global Village Dubai at a Glance
| Fact | Season 31 detail |
|---|---|
| Season | Season 31, 14 Oct 2026 to May 2027 |
| Theme | A More Wonderful World |
| Location | Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311), Exit 37, Dubailand, Dubai |
| Phone | +971-4-362-4114 |
| Hours Sun–Wed | 4pm to 12am |
| Hours Thu–Sat and public holidays | 4pm to 1am |
| Weekday ticket | AED 25 |
| Any Day ticket | AED 30 |
| Free entry | Children under 3, adults 65+, People of Determination plus 1 companion |
| Pavilions | 29 pavilions, 90+ cultures |
| Shopping and food | 3,500+ outlets, 250+ dining options |
| Rides | 200+ rides, games and attractions at Carnaval |
| Family day | Tuesdays, for families, couples and ladies only |
| Metro | No Metro station at the park; take a bus or taxi |
When Is Global Village Open? Season 31 Dates and Timings
Season 31 opened on Wednesday 14 October 2026. Gates opened at 6pm on that first night only. Since then the park has opened at 4pm every day. The season runs to May 2027. The theme is “A More Wonderful World”.
The exact closing date has not been announced yet. Most sources say only “May 2027”. One listing gives 17 May 2027. It labels the season wrongly as Season 30 and no other source confirms that date. Another guide lists 31 May 2027 as the outer bound, not a confirmed closing night. Treat May 2027 as the end of the season. Check the official site for the final date as spring arrives.
Hours follow the official Plan Your Visit page: Sunday to Wednesday 4pm to 12am, Thursday to Saturday and public holidays 4pm to 1am. This guide uses the official grouping.
Tuesday Is Family Day
Tuesdays are reserved for families, couples and ladies only, except on public holidays. If you are a single man, or a group of men, plan your visit for another day. One older guide wrongly names Monday as family day. That is incorrect. Tuesday is the family day.
Global Village Dubai Ticket Prices
A Weekday ticket costs AED 25. An Any Day ticket costs AED 30. Both prices include 5% VAT and cover a single entry.
Which days count as weekdays? Most official-site checks list the Weekday ticket as valid Monday to Thursday, except public holidays. A few guides list Sunday to Thursday. One guide claims Sunday is charged at the weekend rate. This guide follows the majority reading, Monday to Thursday.
Children under 3, adults 65 and over, and People of Determination plus one companion enter free, though staff may ask to see ID. Buy tickets on globalvillage.ae, the official app or at the gate.
The official site lists online bundles that add rides or points to an Any Day entry ticket. Prices from the official homepage in November 2026: Any Day Entry plus 300 Carnaval rides AED 110 (was 120), Exo City Grand Combo AED 108 (was 120), Any Day Entry plus 200 points AED 32.50 (was 35).
VIP packs start at AED 1,890 for a Silver pack. Sources disagree on the top end (AED 4,990 or AED 7,900). Some visitors pair Global Village Dubai with Dubai Frame on the same trip. Check the official site for combo offers.
Scam warning: buy tickets only through globalvillage.ae, the official app or the gate. Fake websites have sold ticket packs. Global Village Dubai and Dubai Police warned residents about them in September 2026.
What Is Inside Global Village? Pavilions
Season 31 has 29 pavilions representing more than 90 cultures, with over 3,500 shopping outlets. Each pavilion is built in the style of its country, with food, crafts, clothes and souvenirs inside.
The official homepage names 23 pavilions, including India, Japan, Türkiye, Morocco, Oman and Qatar.
Sources disagree on which pavilions are new. This guide states the conflict openly. The better-sourced version, from the organiser announcement reported by Khaleej Times in October 2026: Oman and Qatar are the new pavilions in Season 31. Sri Lanka is now a stand-alone pavilion. Russia has expanded to include Azerbaijan. Syria and Kuwait return with new façades. Other guides name Jordan, Iraq and Sri Lanka and Bangladesh as new instead. All four countries have pavilions this season.
Start at the Gate of the World and walk the main loop slowly. Pick up a Season 31 Passport, and a Kids Passport for children, and collect a stamp at each pavilion. Prices are often negotiable in the market-style stalls.
Carnaval Rides and Games
Carnaval is the funfair zone of Global Village Dubai. It is where most of the ride budget goes. The organiser figure is 200+ rides, games and attractions, though other sources give 170+ to 195.
Named thrill rides include the Athens Slingshot, the Global Burj, an 85-metre free fall, the Festival Wheel, a 60-metre wheel with redesigned carts for Season 31, and the Honolo Loop, a 63-metre loop ride.
Rides are paid separately from entry, with points or a ride bundle. Set a ride budget before you enter Carnaval, because points run out fast.
Tokyo Rush: The New Coaster That Is Not Open Yet
Tokyo Rush is the new roller coaster for Season 31, with sharp turns and a loop. It does not open on the first night of the season. It opens later in Season 31. No opening date has been announced. Do not plan a visit around Tokyo Rush until the official site or app confirms its opening date.
Food at Global Village
Food is half the reason many people visit Global Village Dubai. The park has more than 250 dining options, from sit-down restaurants to street stalls. You can eat your way around the world without leaving the park. Arrive hungry.
Asia Boulevard, formerly the Road of Asia, covers 13 Asian countries. Happiness Street has cafes and snack stalls. The Dessert District, formerly the Railway Market, is the place for sweets. Fiesta Street has been extended for Season 31. The Floating Market sells food from boats. The Indian Chat Bazaar serves chaat and street snacks. The Fruit Bazaar sells fresh fruit and juices.
Street snacks cost AED 10 to AED 25, while a full restaurant meal for two can cost AED 100 or more.
Shows and Entertainment
The park runs more than 40,000 shows across the season, according to the organiser, covering every small performance and street act. The Main Stage hosts cultural dances, music and stunt shows. It has been expanded for Season 31. New shows this season include Fast Live 2, a stunt show, Bollywood Idol and Bank Heist. The Dragon Lake laser show lights up the water after dark. Fireworks run on weekends. Check the app for times, because show times change through the season.
How to Get to Global Village
There is no Metro station at Global Village Dubai. Plan your return trip before you arrive, because the park closes after the last buses leave.
RTA seasonal buses run 3:15pm to 11:15pm daily, take about 30 minutes, and take a Nol card. Confirmed Season 31 routes: Bus 102 from Centrepoint Metro, 103 from Union Metro, 104 from Al Ghubaiba Bus Station via Max Fashion Metro, and 106 from Mall of the Emirates Metro. Bus 107 from Al Nahda 1 is unverified for Season 31.
The last-bus trap: buses end at about 11:15pm. The park stays open until midnight on Sunday to Wednesday and until 1am from Thursday to Saturday. Leave by 11pm to catch a bus, or budget for a taxi home.
A taxi, Careem or Uber costs about AED 60 to AED 100 from Downtown Dubai or Dubai Marina. Book a ride app car before closing.
Drivers get about 20,000 spaces. Free zones P1, P3 and P5 sit 400 to 450 metres from the Gate of the World. Free zones P7 to P11 open on busy days about 1 kilometre away, with a free shuttle. Paid parking near the gates costs AED 120 per day. Paid Parking 2 costs AED 75 per day. Valet costs AED 150, according to Platinumlist.
Tips for Families Visiting Global Village
Visit on a Tuesday if you can, when the park is calmer. Arrive at 4pm, when the first hour is the quietest for shopping and photos.
Pick up a free child-safety wristband at the entrance and write your phone number on it. Wheelchair and scooter rental costs from about AED 10. Baby carts and lockers cost from about AED 15. The park is wheelchair-friendly, with accessible toilets and reserved parking for People of Determination.
Pets are not allowed. Scooters, bikes, skateboards and hoverboards are banned. Dress modestly. Set a ride budget with your children before Carnaval. Take a break halfway through the evening by Dragon Lake.
Pair this visit with a daytime trip to Dubai Butterfly Garden for a full family day out.
How Much Does a Family Visit Cost?
Worked example for two adults and two children over 3, on a weekday evening, using Season 31 prices:
| Item | Weekday cost |
|---|---|
| Entry, 2 adults + 2 children, AED 25 each | AED 100 |
| Parking, free zone P1 | AED 0 |
| Street food and drinks for 4 | AED 120 |
| Carnaval rides, points for 4 | AED 150 |
| Total | AED 370 |
On an Any Day ticket, entry costs AED 120 and the total rises to AED 390. Paid parking adds AED 120. A taxi home adds the fare.
Plan Your Evening
Arrive at 4pm, walk the pavilions, eat dinner on a food street, watch a Main Stage show at sunset, then visit Carnaval after dark. Leave by 11pm if you need a bus. Give yourself 15 minutes to reach the exit.
FAQs
Is Global Village Dubai open now?
Yes, during Season 31, from 14 October 2026 to May 2027. It opens at 4pm every day and closes for the summer.
What are the Global Village Dubai ticket prices?
A Weekday ticket costs AED 25 and an Any Day ticket costs AED 30, both including 5% VAT. Children under 3, adults 65 and over, and People of Determination plus one companion enter free.
What day is family day at Global Village Dubai?
Tuesday is family day, for families, couples and ladies only, except on public holidays. Monday is not family day.
Is there a Metro station at Global Village Dubai?
No, there is no Metro station at the park. Take RTA bus 102, 103, 104 or 106 from a Metro station, or take a taxi, Careem, Uber or car.
Can I re-enter Global Village Dubai on the same ticket?
Tickets are sold as single entry. The official site does not advertise same-day re-entry. Plan to stay inside once you enter.
What is Tokyo Rush at Global Village Dubai?
Tokyo Rush is the new Season 31 roller coaster, with sharp turns and a loop. It opens later in the season, with no date announced yet.
When does Global Village Dubai close for the season?
Season 31 runs to May 2027. The exact closing date has not been announced. Check globalvillage.ae in spring 2027 for the final date.
How do I get home from Global Village Dubai at night?
RTA buses end at about 11:15pm, while the park closes at midnight or 1am. Leave by 11pm to catch a bus, or budget for a taxi.
