Bring the whole family along for a trip around the world in just a day at Global Village Season 31, which opens on Wednesday, 14 October 2026 at 6pm and runs until May 2027. This year's theme is "A More Wonderful World", where culture, food and festivities from across the globe come together in one place.

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SEASON 31
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- Season Dates : Wednesday, 14 October 2026 at 6:00 PM - May 2027

- Opening night features the Gate of the World confetti shower and the Parade of the World

- Timings: Sunday-Wednesday: 4:00 PM-12:00 AM | Thursday-Saturday & Public Holidays: 4:00 PM-1:00 AM

- Ages: 0-Adult

- Price from: AED 30

- Free entry: Children under 3, seniors aged 65+, People of Determination and one companion

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WHAT'S NEW IN SEASON 31
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- 29 pavilions representing more than 90 cultures, along with more than 3,500 shopping outlets.

- Discover refreshed Sri Lanka, Russia and Azerbaijan pavilions, plus new façades for Syria and Kuwait.

- Collect pavilion stamps with the new Season 31 Passport or Kids Passport.

- See updated designs at the Gardens of the World, new LED lighting at the Cultural Gate, a refreshed Sharjah tunnel and a new Dessert District façade.

- Try Trabzon Turkish Restaurant, along with new Restaurant Plaza additions: Robo Al Sham for Levantine food, Hawawshi Al Rabie for Egyptian dishes, and Chicking for fried chicken.

- Visit the new cafés: Vinci Dolci, Emir Bey Gourmet and Uzungol Café.

- Enjoy over 200 rides and games at Carnaval, with redesigned Festival Wheel carts.

- Look out for Tokyo Rush, a new roller coaster opening later in the season.

- Catch the new stunt show Fast Live 2: The Police Strikes Back, Bollywood Idol and the acrobatic show Bank Heist.

- Younger visitors can enjoy the Kids Theatre, featuring characters from Care Bears and PJ Masks.

- New VIP parking payment machines, additional ticket counters, clearer signage and more Family POD washrooms aim to improve the visitor experience.

- A new WhatsApp chatbot will provide information and assistance.

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RETURNING FAVOURITES
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- Gardens of the World - Themed gardens featuring large floral displays and miniature landmarks from around the world.

- The Dragon Kingdom - An 11-room interactive walkthrough where visitors follow a fantasy-themed adventure.

- The Little Wonderers - An indoor children's adventure park with slides, ball pits and obstacle courses.

- Dessert District - Former Railway Market redesigned area for desserts, dining and photo-worthy spaces.

- Fiesta Street - A street food and shopping area with food kiosks and retail stalls.

- Happiness Street - Global village walkway with dining, shopping and entertainment spots.

- Fast Live Spectacular - A stunt show featuring drifting, jumps, high falls, fire and explosions.

- The Horror Hotel - A hotel-themed haunted attraction with scare experiences.

- Orange Wheels Indoor Edutainment Center - inside Global Village near the Gate of the World entrance.

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Global Village with Kids
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- Global Village has rides for different ages, with height and adult-companion requirements varying by attraction.

- Younger children can try Holland Wind Wheel, Arabian Horses and Orange Wheels. Older kids can enjoy theatre shows, parades and rides such as California Highway, Amazon Boats and Festival Wheel, subject to height requirements.

- Taller kids and teens can choose from larger Carnaval rides, the Wheel of the World and Fast Live Spectacular, subject to height and attraction requirements.

- With younger children, arrive around opening time before crowds build, and bring a stroller if needed. Washrooms, mothers' rooms and baby carts are available.

- Allow 4-6 hours for rides, pavilions, food and entertainment, with Fiesta Street, Dessert District and international pavilions offering plenty of family food options.