UAE & GCC
Global Village has extended its milestone Season 30 until May 31, giving residents and tourists additional time to enjoy one of the UAE’s most popular multicultural attractions during the Eid Al Adha holidays. The extension comes after the destination remained closed for over 50 days due to regional tensions, with organizers now focusing on boosting visitor experiences through new offers, entertainment, and family-focused attractions.
Dubai’s Global Village Extends Season 30 Through Eid Al Adha
Global Village has officially extended its Season 30 operations until Sunday, May 31, 2026, allowing visitors to continue enjoying the multicultural entertainment destination during the Eid Al Adha holiday period.
The announcement was made on May 10 — originally scheduled as the final day of the season — through the attraction’s official social media platforms.
The extension follows a challenging season in which Global Village remained closed for more than 51 days due to ongoing regional tensions before reopening on April 20 with renewed entertainment activities and shopping promotions.
Special Eid Offers Introduced for Visitors
To attract families and tourists during the extended period, Global Village introduced several special offers and promotions.
These include:
- Unlimited Carnaval ride access for Dh99
- A Family Offer providing four entry tickets for Dh30
- Additional entry tickets priced at Dh7.5 each
Officials say the promotions are designed to encourage families and groups to visit the destination during the Eid break before the season officially concludes.
Extended Operating Hours Announced
The attraction will also operate on revised timings during the extension period.
Operating hours will be:
- Fridays and Saturdays: 5:00 PM to 1:00 AM
- Sunday to Thursday: 5:00 PM to 12:00 AM
The extended timings aim to accommodate increased visitor traffic during weekends and holiday celebrations.
Over 90 Cultures and Thousands of Attractions Featured
Throughout Season 30, Global Village hosted:
- More than 90 cultures
- Approximately 3,500 retail outlets
- Over 250 international dining options
The destination continues to position itself as one of the UAE’s leading family entertainment and cultural tourism attractions.
Attractions Continue Drawing Families and Tourists
Visitors during the extended season can continue enjoying several popular attractions, including:
- Neon Galaxy challenge zone
- Dragon Kingdom immersive experience
- Carnaval rides and games
- Shooting Zone activities
- Gardens of the World cultural landscapes
The destination remains especially popular among tourists, families, and residents seeking entertainment, shopping, dining, and cultural experiences in one location.
Officials Highlight Focus on Future Growth
Fernando Eiroa, CEO of Dubai Holding Entertainment, said concluding the season during Eid Al Adha creates an opportunity to celebrate with the diverse communities that contributed to the success of Season 30.
The company also confirmed preparations are already underway for Season 31, with plans to further enhance entertainment experiences, dining, retail, and cultural attractions.
Key Highlights
- Global Village Season 30 extended until May 31, 2026
- Extension allows visitors to enjoy Eid Al Adha celebrations
- Carnaval unlimited ride offer available for Dh99
- Family ticket package launched for Eid visitors
- Destination features over 90 cultures and 3,500 retail outlets
- Extended operating hours announced for weekends
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