Global Village is a seasonal attraction and shopping extravaganza held in the cooler winter months. Over seven million people attended last year’s event. A similar number is expected this year; the twenty-fourth season.
The attraction features 26 pavilions. Each showcases a country or region’s handicrafts, merchandise, and cuisines. Countries represented in 2019/20 include China, Egypt, India, Iran, Japan, Lebanon, Morocco, Pakistan, Syria, Turkey, Thailand, and the UAE.
Global Village offers an extensive events and entertainment programme.
Stage shows in 2019/20 include African Footprint (a South African musical), Kpop Krazy (a Kpop musical), Ballet Revolucion (classic and contemporary dance), and Bollywood Icon.
Events - What's On - Timings
A fireworks show is held every Thursday and Friday evening. Other upcoming shows and events at the Global Village are listed below.
Shows and Timings for Wednesday 29th January 2020
| Date | Show |
|---|---|
| 5:00 pm to 5:30 pm | Globo Goes Undercover, Arabic, The Main Stage |
| 5:10 pm to 5:30 pm | Ben & Holly Show, The Kids Theatre |
| 5:30 pm to 5:40 pm | Around the World, The Kids Theatre |
| 5:35 pm to 6:00 pm | K-Pop Krazy, The Main Stage |
| 5:40 pm to 6:00 pm | Hip-Hop Workshop, The Kids Theatre |
| 6:20 pm to 6:30 pm | Flying Circus, The Kids Theatre |
| 6:20 pm to 6:50 pm | Globo Goes Undercover, English, The Main Stage |
| 6:30 pm to 7:00 pm | Stunt Show Survivor, Stunt Arena |
| 6:30 pm to 6:55 pm | Bollywood Workshop, The Kids Theatre |
| 6:35 pm to 7:05 pm | Circus Circus, Circus |
| 6:55 pm to 7:05 pm | China, The Kids Theatre |
| 6:55 pm to 7:15 pm | Urban Crew, The Main Stage |
| 7:05 pm to 7:15 pm | Around the World, The Kids Theatre |
| 7:35 pm to 8:00 pm | K-Pop Krazy, The Main Stage |
| 7:35 pm to 7:50 pm | Globo & Friends, The Kids Theatre |
| 7:50 pm to 8:10 pm | Ben & Holly Show, The Kids Theatre |
| 8:00 pm to 8:30 pm | Circus Circus, Circus |
| 8:00 pm to 8:30 pm | Stunt Show Survivor, Stunt Arena |
| 8:05 pm to 8:30 pm | Enchanted Forest, The Main Stage |
| 8:10 pm to 8:15 pm | UC Flash, The Kids Theatre |
| 8:15 pm to 8:25 pm | China, The Kids Theatre |
| 8:25 pm to 8:45 pm | Crazy Clowns, The Kids Theatre |
| 8:35 pm to 9:00 pm | Bollywood Icon, The Main Stage |
| 8:50 pm to 9:10 pm | Globo's Greatest Hits, The Kids Theatre |
| 9:05 pm to 9:25 pm | Urban Crew, The Main Stage |
| 9:10 pm to 9:20 pm | Flying Circus, The Kids Theatre |
| 9:20 pm to 9:50 pm | Circus Circus, Circus |
| 9:20 pm to 9:40 pm | Ben & Holly Show, The Kids Theatre |
| 9:30 pm to 10:00 pm | Stunt Show Survivor, Stunt Arena |
| 9:30 pm to 9:55 pm | K-Pop Krazy, The Main Stage |
| 10:00 pm to 10:10 pm | Europe, The Main Stage |
| 10:15 pm to 10:40 pm | Battle for the Block, The Main Stage |
| 10:45 pm to 11:10 pm | Enchanted Forest, The Main Stage |
The shows calendar was last updated on .
Carnaval offers fairground rides for both adults and children, plus arcade games and games of skill.
Ripley’s Believe It or Not! is a new attraction this year. It houses bizarre objects, oddities, and memorabilia from all over the world. Stunt Show Survivor is an action-packed stunt show while Circus Circus is a circus show with acrobats and more.
Onsite facilities include around 20 restaurants, over 120 food and beverage kiosks, retail stores, ATMs, prayer rooms, an information desk, and toilets.
Dates for Global Village 2019/20 are October 29 2019 to April 4 2020. Timings are Saturday to Wednesday 4 pm to midnight, and Thursday, Friday and public holidays 4 pm to 1 am. Mondays are for families and ladies.
A small admission fee is charged (15 AED for 2019/20). Use the exchange rates on this page to calculate the ticket price in your home currency. Entrance is free for children under 3, seniors, and special needs visitors.Carnaval fairground rides, Circus Circus, and Stunt Show Survivor cost extra.
Family packages priced at 120 AED are also available. Each package includes 8 entry tickets, a Wonder Pass (4 stunt show entries, 50 AED credit for the rides at Carnaval, 2 circus entries), and a valet parking ticket.
The Global Village is situated on Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road in Dubailand, just east of Arabian Ranches. Plenty of free car parking spaces are available. Valet car parking (paid) is also offered.
There is no Dubai Metro station near Global village. However, the Dubai Road and Transport Authority (RTA) are running four bus services to Global Village:
- 102 bus service – Departs from Rashidiya Bus Station (next to Rashidiya Metro Station on the Dubai Metro Red Line and near Dubai International Airport).
- 103 bus service – Departs from Union Square Bus Station (near Union Metro Station on the Red Line and Green Line of the Dubai Metro) in Deira.
- 104 bus service – Leaves from Al Ghubaiba Bus Station in Bur Dubai. Bus route goes via Al Jafiliya Metro Station (Dubai Metro Red Line).
- 106 service – Starts at the Mall of the Emirates Bus Station (next to Mall of the Emirates Metro Station – Dubai Metro Red Line).
Bus services run from mid-afternoon until late at night. Bus timings are scheduled in accordance with Global Village opening and closing times.
Map
Map showing location of Global Village.
Click here for a detailed map showing all points of interest.
Cristel baluyot says
I just want to ask if there still is a category every day like family day, couples day, bachelor day etc.
Editor says
Monday is family and ladies day.
Ade says
Can I buy the valet parking only.
Rabia says
I would like to know if it will be open in July 2018?
Ahad Arzi says
It is one of my favorite places in Dubai.
Lawrence Rodrigues says
What is the age limit for senior citizens to get a free entry pass to the Global Village?
Roshni says
Is the global village closed after 10th of April?
Vidya Shetty says
Can you please provide us with the official website … as I would like to know the timings during the weekend …
humayun says
Everything is written above. Just read it with attention.
Gharoud Sayegh says
The place is amazing with all its shows and displays. However, older people might not have the chance to see it all and to walk all the distance. It would be great if wheel chairs can be provided as additional service.
Kareena Johnston says
The theme park was so worth the visit, it was amazing. Well designed and organised. Food selection was brilliant. Items sold in stalls were reasonably priced and large variety. I would love one to be developed in my country (Australia). This would assist multiculturalism awareness. Well done Dubai I hope this will set a benchmark for the world to follow.
Christine Wong says
May I know if i come from Dubai Mall, which bus station is closest?
Nadeem says
Is the global
Village open all through the year in 2016
Or is it shut betweenApril to November?
noor says
Why don’t you have a Korean village?
Margaret Alag says
We were amazed at the size and attractions at Global Village. However, we are hoping for more handicapped and senior citizen friendly services. It is so huge. We don’t mind paying for motorized or manual wheelchairs or electric carts inside the village. Restaurants and cafes must also have their own toilets to ease congestion and long lines at the toilets.
Kamesh khaitan says
Can we rent a golf cart or motorized wheel chairs to go around the Global Village?
jose canenguez says
Can I get a listing of the price of the rides and do yiu have to pay for the shows too
Editor says
The prices for the rides are on the official website. Children’s rides average 10 – 15 AED. Family rides are 20 – 25 AED. The thrill rides range from 25 AED to 80 AED.
You can buy packs of entry and ride tickets at ENOC and EPPCO petrol stations in Dubai. They offer a reasonable discount compared to prices of individual tickets.
The shows are free to watch.