Dubai’s Global Village has opened for its 28th season a week earlier than usual. Entry tickets are available online with a 10% discount. There are two types of tickets:
- Value tickets (Sunday to Thursday, excluding public holidays): AED25 at the gate, AED22.5 online.
- Any day tickets (valid for any day of the week, including weekends and holidays): AED30 at the gate, AED27 online.
Senior citizens, children under three, and people of determination plus one companion enter for free. Tickets are valid for single entry during Season 28.
Attractions such as the Stunt Show (AED20) and Ripley’s Believe It Or Not (AED45) have separate charges. Operating hours are:
- Sunday to Wednesday: 4pm to 12am
- Thursday to Saturday and public holidays: 4pm to 1am
- Tuesdays (except public holidays) are for families and women only.
The Global Village features 27 country-themed pavilions showcasing culture, food, clothes, and performances. Fireworks light up the sky every Friday and Saturday at 9pm. Season 28 offers over 40,000 shows and 400 performers, including AINJAA, Urban Crew, Fusion Japan, and the Dhol Foundation.