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Dubai · Global Village Season 31 · Last verified October 1, 2026
Global Village Dubai’s Season 31 opened on 14 October 2026 and runs into May 2027. The attraction combines country pavilions, food, shopping, performances and separately priced rides/attractions, so a useful visit plan is about more than buying an entry ticket.
Season 31 quick facts
| Season starts | 14 October 2026 |
|---|---|
| Season ends | May 2027 |
| Sun–Wed | 4:00 PM–12:00 AM |
| Thu–Sat & public holidays | 4:00 PM–1:00 AM |
| Tuesday rule | Generally reserved for families, couples and ladies, except public holidays |
| Public transport | Dedicated RTA bus routes from major hubs |
Tickets: check the live Season 31 price before you go
Global Village sells entry tickets through its official website/app and ticket counters. We are deliberately not publishing an old Season 30 price as a Season 31 price: ticket products and promotions can change during the season.
Entry does not automatically cover every paid ride, attraction, game, food purchase or shopping purchase inside the park. Budget those separately. Global Village currently states that People of Determination plus one companion are eligible for free entry.
How to get to Global Village by bus
Global Village’s official transport information currently lists dedicated RTA routes including:
- 102 from Centrepoint Metro Station;
- 103 from Union Metro Station;
- 104 from Al Ghubaiba Bus Station via Max Fashion;
- 106 from Mall of the Emirates Bus Station.
The attraction currently describes these seasonal services as generally operating from around mid-afternoon until late evening. Always check RTA/S’hail on the day because route times can change.
Taxi, Careem or Uber
Taxi and app-based rides are simpler if you are travelling as a group, carrying shopping bags or staying somewhere poorly connected to the dedicated bus routes. Compare the live fare at the time you leave because demand can rise after major shows and close to closing time.
When is the best time to go?
For lighter crowds, arriving close to opening on a weekday is generally more comfortable than arriving late on a busy weekend. That is practical planning advice, not a guarantee: special events, public holidays and weather can change crowd levels.
Late afternoon also lets you see the park in daylight and after the decorative lighting becomes more prominent after sunset.
How much should you budget?
Think in five separate buckets: entry, transport, food, rides/attractions and shopping. A visitor who mainly walks through pavilions and eats one meal can spend very differently from a family buying ride passes and shopping at several pavilions.
Visitor rules worth checking
- Dress respectfully for a family attraction in the UAE.
- Pets are not permitted under the current visitor rules.
- Bicycles, scooters, skateboards and similar wheeled recreational equipment are restricted.
- Professional/commercial filming and photography can require prior permission.
- Check the current Tuesday admission rule before planning a solo visit.
For the rest of your Dubai journey, see our Dubai public transport and nol guide and DXB-to-city guide.
Official sources checked
- Global Village — Season 31 opening announcement
- Global Village — Plan your visit
- Global Village — Getting here
Verification date: October 1, 2026. Opening hours, bus schedules, ticket products and event programming can change during the season; recheck the official site before travelling.
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