Heads up, parents! Global Village in the UAE is giving your wallets a breather — kids under 12 now get in free until the season wraps on May 11, 2025. That’s a big leap from the usual “under 3 only” rule. Along, seniors over 65 and People of Determination still score free access too.
From humble kiosk beginnings in 1997 to becoming Dubai’s ultimate cultural carnival, Global Village has seriously leveled up. This season, it’s bursting with flavor, flair, and fun — over 90 cultures packed into 30 colorful pavilions, plus a wild lineup of 175+ rides, games, and experiences. Open since October 16, 2024, its 29th season is pulling in the crowds — and now, the kids too.
As Global Village gets ready to drop the curtain on another epic season, it’s going out with a bang — and a few new tricks up its sleeve. From fresh cultural showcases to dazzling entertainment acts and spiffed-up infrastructure, the park is pulling out all the stops to make your final visits unforgettable.
And if that’s not enough star power for you, April is turning into tribute central! Every Wednesday, legends take the stage — rock out with Freddie Mercury on April 16, shake it off with Taylor Swift on April 23, go out in a blaze of glory with Bon Jovi on April 30, and let’s not get over how Atif Aslam set the stage It’s like a music festival minus the mud and overpriced nachos.
(Contributed by Wajeeha Syed)