Dubai Global Village set to reopen on October 15: All you need to know

The Global Village attracted over 10.5 million visitors for its 29th season, which concluded in May 2025 and the 30th edition is predicted to set a new record for tourist footfall.

The Global Village attracted over 10.5 million visitors for its 29th season. (Photo: Dubai Media Office)

One of the biggest attractions in Dubai, the Global Village, is all set to reopen for its 30th season. The Dubai Global Village will open its gates to visitors from across the world from October 15, 2025, to May 10, 2026.

Dubai Global Village, Season 30

The 29th season of Dubai Global Village had 30 pavilions representing 90 different cultures from around the world. It also had more than 40,000 live shows, 3,500 shopping outlets, over 200 rides and 250 dining options in 2024.
The Global Village attracted over 10.5 million visitors for its 29th season, which concluded in May 2025 and the 30th edition is predicted to set a new record for tourist footfall.

In 2025, as Dubai Global Village marks its 30th anniversary and 20 years of moving to the 17.2 million square foot area at Dubailand in 2005, the event is expected to be the grandest to date.

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Dubai Global Village set to reopen on October 15

Dubai Global Village had 30 pavilions representing 90 different cultures from around the world. (Photo: Dubai Global Village)

Global Village ticket price

Authorities have not yet revealed the ticket prices for the 30th season of Dubai Global Village, but it is likely to remain the same as last year’s – costing 25 DH (Rs 600) for Sunday to Thursday, excluding public holidays. Visitors can also purchase any-day tickets for 30 DH (Rs 720) online. Children below the age of 3, senior citizens above 65, and people with disabilities can avail free entry into the Global Village.

Where is Dubai Global Village

The Global Village started out as a part of the Dubai Shopping Festival and was initially hosted at various venues, including Dubai Creek, Dubai Festival City and Oud Metha.

However, since 2005, the Global Village has been hosted at the Sheikh Zayed Exit 37 on Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road.

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