Global Village Dubai is Dubai’s seasonal “world fair” in one place: country pavilions, street food from everywhere, live shows, and a full carnival zone—built for evenings. If you want one outing that mixes shopping 🛍️ + food 🍢 + culture 🌍 + rides 🎡, Global Village Dubai is the most efficient choice.
Seasonality matters: Season 30 runs from 15 Oct 2025 to 10 May 2026, and the park is not a year-round attraction.
What is Global Village Dubai and what’s inside? 🌍
Think of Global Village Dubai as four “districts” you combine in one night:
- Pavilions & culture: Season 30 is promoted as having 30 pavilions representing 90+ cultures.
- Shopping: Season 30 messaging highlights 3,500+ shopping outlets.
- Food: Expect 250+ dining options (street food, kiosks, restaurant zones).
- Carnaval: A rides/games area (Season 30 comms reference 200 rides, games and attractions).
✅ Best mindset: you’re not “doing everything.” You’re building one great loop based on your priorities.
Tickets and prices 💳
Global Village Dubai keeps entry pricing simple (Season 30):
| Ticket | Price | When it works |
|---|---|---|
| Weekday Ticket | AED 25 | Valid Mon–Thu, excluding public holidays |
| Any Day Entry Ticket | AED 30 | Valid any day (including public holidays); official ticket info notes Season 30 validity and that the AED 30 price is available via app/website/gate |
| Free entry | AED 0 | Children under 3, Seniors 65+, and People of Determination |
Tuesday entry rule (people miss this) ⚠️
The official ticket page states: Tuesdays are reserved for Families, Couples, and Ladies (except public holidays).
Another official Season 30 info block also states Tuesdays are reserved for ladies and families (except public holidays).
✅ Practical takeaway: if you’re going as a group that includes single men, avoid Tuesday unless it’s a public holiday.
Opening hours ⏱️
For Season 30, the official schedule shows:
- Sun–Wed: 5:00 PM – 1:00 AM
- Thu–Sat: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM
(Seasonal schedules can shift for special dates, so always double-check close to your visit, but this is the official baseline.)
How to get there 🚇🚌🚕🚗
By bus (best budget option) 🚌
Global Village’s official “Plan your visit” page lists these RTA seasonal bus routes for Season 30:
- Bus 102 from Rashidiya Metro Station
- Bus 103 from Union Metro Station
- Bus 104 from Ghubaiba Bus Station (via Al Jafiliya Metro area)
- Bus 106 from Mall of the Emirates Metro Station (with multiple stops listed)
It also states the service runs 3:15 PM – 11:15 PM daily (and suggests calling RTA for detailed stops/timetables).
✅ If you’re already near a metro line, the easiest combo is Metro → (Union/Rashidiya/MOE) → direct bus.
By taxi / ride-hailing 🚕
The official site suggests using RTA taxi and also lists Careem/Uber as options on the transport section.
✅ Best for: families, late-night exits, or anyone who doesn’t want bus queues.
By car (easy, but choose parking smart) 🚗
Global Village provides multiple parking zones, including both free and paid options. The official parking section lists examples like:
- Paid Parking: AED 120/day (weekday & weekend)
- VIP Parking: AED 200/day (weekday & weekend)
- Several free zones (e.g., P1/P3/P5 around ~400–450m from specific gates), plus weekend/busy-day zones (P7–P11) that may be ~1 km with free shuttle bus to a gate, or rickshaws.
✅ If you hate long walks: pay for closer parking on busy nights.
⚠️ If you park in far zones on peak nights: screenshot your zone + row.
The “right” way to visit (simple itineraries) 🗺️
3 hours (quick win) ⏱️
- 60–90 min: 2–3 pavilions (shop + snacks)
- 45 min: street-food dinner
- 45 min: one show + one ride/photo loop
5 hours (best experience) ✅
- Early evening: pavilions + shopping (less crowded)
- Dinner: choose a single food zone and commit
- Late evening: shows + Carnaval + dessert walk
What to wear and rules to know ✅⚠️
Global Village’s official visitor rules include:
- Dress modestly ✅
- Pets are not permitted 🐾❌
- Avoid public display of affection ⚠️
- No scooters/bikes/hoverboards/skateboards/roller skates (mobility devices are handled separately)
- Filming is not permitted without a permit 🎥❌
Also helpful on-site services include lockers (from AED 15), wheelchairs (from AED 10), and baby carts (from AED 15), per the official guest services section.
Tips and common mistakes (this saves your night) ✅⚠️
✅ Arrive close to opening (5 PM). The first 60–90 minutes are usually the easiest time to move between pavilions before peak crowds build.
⚠️ Don’t “wander first.” Pick your top 3 targets (a pavilion cluster + a food zone + one show) and do those before you freestyle.
✅ Use weekday tickets when you can. AED 25 vs AED 30 isn’t huge, but across a group it adds up.
⚠️ Avoid Tuesday if your group doesn’t fit the rule. Tuesdays have a special entry policy (except public holidays).
✅ If you’re driving on weekends, consider paid parking. The “far free parking + shuttle” setup can be fine, but it’s slower at closing time.
FAQ ❓
When is Global Village Dubai open (Season 30 dates)?
Season 30 is listed as 15 Oct 2025 – 10 May 2026.
What are Global Village Dubai opening hours?
Official hours: Sun–Wed 5 PM–1 AM and Thu–Sat 5 PM–2 AM.
How much are tickets?
AED 25 weekday and AED 30 any day, with free entry for under-3s, seniors 65+, and People of Determination.
Which buses go to Global Village Dubai?
Official list for Season 30 includes 102 (Rashidiya), 103 (Union), 104 (Ghubaiba), 106 (Mall of the Emirates).
Is Tuesday restricted?
Yes—official ticketing states Tuesday is reserved for Families, Couples, and Ladies (except public holidays).
Conclusion
Global Village Dubai is best treated like a curated evening festival: arrive early, do pavilions first, commit to one food zone, then finish with shows and Carnaval. Use the official bus routes if you want a cheap, straightforward ride, or drive and pick parking based on how much walking you want at 1–2 AM.
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