Global Village Dubai Opens Season 31 on October 14th

Global Village will open Season 31 in Dubai on October 14th, 2026, with operations scheduled to continue for more than seven months until May 2027.

The new season will run under the theme ‘A More Wonderful World’ and will bring back the destination’s mix of entertainment, dining, shopping and cultural pavilions, alongside new additions for visitors.

Season 30 concluded on May 31st, 2026 after a three-week extension covering Eid Al Adha. The season had earlier been interrupted by a closure lasting more than 51 days due to regional tensions, before Global Village reopened on April 20th.

The previous season featured 30 pavilions representing more than 90 cultures, over 3,500 shopping outlets, more than 250 dining experiences, 40,500 performances by 450 international artists and over 200 rides and games at Carnaval.

Preparations for Season 31 are also underway for food and beverage operators. Applications remain open for restaurants, coffee shops, kiosks and food trolleys, with a final deadline of September 16th.

Registered vendors are offered support including customisable set-ups, visa assistance, customs support for imported products, storage facilities and electronic payment terminals.