Global Village officially kicks off on October 25

The Dubai Global Village 27th season officially kicks off today (October 25, ) at 6:00 PM.

The opening hours are fixed from 4 PM to 1:00 AM daily, including public holidays. Entry is allowed up to half an hour before the closing time of the Global Village. Tuesdays are reserved for women and families only, except for public holidays and opening days of the season

This year, the Global Village features 27 pavilions, over 3,500 shopping outlets, and over 250 restaurants, cafes, and street food options.

Guests can experience the world's best performers, famous characters, world-class concerts, street entertainment, and the region's only water-based stunt show.

More than 175 rides, games, and attractions are also available, including the new Global Village Big Balloon. Celebrating the opening of Season 27, Global Village brings a unique collection of the world's most recognizable and iconic cars to the streets of Dubai.

Global Village "Wonder Rides" feature taxis from New York, Cuba, Japan, Thailand, Mexico, and Lebanon. Global Village invites guests to enjoy fun back-seat-themed challenges inspired by each cabin's host country.

Anyone who sees one of the Global Village Wonder Rides can take a photo, post it on their social media channels, tag it with #WonderRides and stand a chance to win some exciting prizes.

The Season 27 entertainment lineup includes fan favorites, globally renowned performers, a new stunt show, popular characters, world-class concerts, and street entertainment. Guests can see more than 400 artists from 40 different countries, with more than 200 performances every night.

Guests can choose from over 250 restaurants, cafes, and street food options, along with new concepts and revamped dining options that bring the flavors of the world to the Global Village. New this season, guests can enjoy haute cuisine in four beautifully designed two-story restaurants overlooking Dragon Lake.