Global Village unveils upgrades, new attractions for Season 30

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Global Village, the UAE’s multicultural family destination, will return for its 30th season on 15 October 2025 with several new attractions, enhanced facilities, and design upgrades across the park.

Season 30 will introduce Gardens of the World, a new landscaped area featuring floral arrangements and miniature landmarks from across the globe.

The gardens, located between the Egypt and Iran pavilions, will serve as a calm retreat for visitors and families.

A new interactive feature, The Dragon Kingdom, will make its debut as an immersive, walk-through experience with 11 themed rooms. Visitors will follow the story of Ignis, the last dragon, and solve puzzles and challenges through settings such as enchanted forests and fiery caverns.

For younger visitors, The Little Wonderers at Carnaval will open later in the season. The indoor adventure zone, styled with glowing neon lights, will feature climbing structures, obstacle courses, slides, and tunnels designed for children.

The Main Stage area is also undergoing a complete transformation with greater capacity and upgraded production, setting the scene for larger live performances and cultural shows.

Other upgrades at Global Village this season

Other enhancements include new ticket counter screens, LED directional signage, and refreshed landscaping.

The Dragon Lake attraction, which features a Guinness World Record-holding underwater screen, will receive a new display with improved clarity and updated fire effects for the central dragon installation.

New arches will welcome guests at the Sharjah and Abu Dhabi entrances, while the Sharjah Tunnel will showcase a new, vibrant design. Fiesta Street is expanding to complement over 200 dining options across the park.

The Railway Market has been renamed Dessert District, offering a mix of nostalgic charm and modern aesthetics.

Meanwhile, the Indian Chaat Bazaar and Happiness Street will both feature updated designs, and Road of Asia will return as Asia Boulevard, highlighting diverse culinary and cultural experiences.

Global Village said the Season 30 enhancements reflect its ongoing commitment to “creating exceptional experiences for all guests” and building on nearly three decades of growth.

Since its debut in 1997, Global Village has hosted over 100 million visitors. Season 29 recorded 10.5 million guests, featuring 30 pavilions representing over 90 cultures, more than 3,500 retail outlets, and over 250 dining concepts.