Dubai's Global Village: New Season, New Thrills

Global Village 2025/2026: New Attractions in Dubai

The Global Village in Dubai, in its 30th season, awaits visitors with richer experiences than ever before. The new season, opening on October 15th, will not only renew its themes and programs but also undergo significant structural and visual transformations. The clear objective is to further strengthen Dubai's iconic entertainment and cultural center's position in the region, while making family experiences even more memorable.

Dragon Kingdom - An Interactive Journey into the Realm of Dragons

Undoubtedly, the greatest novelty of this season is the Dragon Kingdom, which will be an 11-room thematic experience walkway. Visitors can become part of a magical mission: to help Ignis, the last dragon, regain its strength. Along the way, they must solve puzzles, discover clues, as they pass through various locations such as enchanted forests and fire caves.

The Dragon Kingdom is not just an attraction but an interactive adventure based on storytelling, especially appealing to families with children. The combination of visual effects, sound effects, and themed rooms offers a unique experience for all ages.

Gardens of the World - The World's Flowers in One Place

Another new attraction is the Gardens of the World, an exotic garden complex reminiscent of famous landmarks worldwide. The garden stretches from the front of the Egypt pavilion to the Iran pavilion and offers a perfect location for relaxation and taking beautiful photos. Here, visitors can take a symbolic journey across the world's landscapes while walking among special floral compositions and iconic structures.

New Main Entrances and Visual Experiences

The reception of visitors is also being taken to a new level: new arches have been built for those arriving from Sharjah and Abu Dhabi, enriched with colorful, thematic elements. The Sharjah tunnel now opens to the Global Village as a spectacular, colorful thematic corridor.

New ticket vending screens are being installed at the entrance to facilitate seamless entry, while LED navigation boards throughout the area help with orientation.

The Main Stage and Dragon Lake are Also Renewed

The main stage, the center for live shows and cultural events, is undergoing a complete transformation. The new design and increased capacity allow visitors to participate in even more spectacular performances. The stage's technical equipment is also being upgraded, promising productions enriched with professional lighting and sound effects.

Dragon Lake, already a Guinness world record holder as the largest underwater display, is now receiving a new screen that provides even clearer images for visitors. The iconic dragon at the center of the lake is enhanced with new fire and light effects, serving as a spectacular show every evening.

New Themed Streets and Culinary Experiences

The expansion of Fiesta Street offers visitors more than 200 dining options – from international street food to local specialties. The food courts' offerings are now more varied, both in quantity and theme.

The area previously known as Railway Market now operates as Dessert District, with a modern look and a retro vibe, making it an ideal location for "Instagrammable" moments. Moreover, the Indian Chaat Bazaar welcomes lovers of Indian cuisine with new design and theme.

Asia Boulevard Returns and Happiness Street Renovated

The popular Road of Asia returns under a new name, Asia Boulevard, continuing to celebrate Asia's cultural heritage, cuisine, and craftsmanship. Happiness Street also undergoes a visual transformation: the colorful, shady canopy makes this pedestrian street even friendlier and more special.

Innovations to Enhance the Visitor Experience

One of the season's interesting initiatives is the S30 Passport, available at every pavilion, offering visitors the opportunity to collect stamps. This playful feature adds extra fun for children while discovering different countries' cultures. New displays and maps also make it easy for everyone to navigate the vast area.

Summary

The 30th season of Global Village celebrates past decades in a worthy manner while pointing to the future. The thrilling storytelling of Dragon Kingdom, the visual magnificence of the Gardens of the World, the renewed main stage and Dragon Lake attractions, along with cultural and culinary developments together promise a level of experience that visitors start preparing for months in advance.

One of Dubai’s most popular attractions again proves that cultural diversity, family-friendly entertainment, and technological innovations can go hand in hand. Global Village is not just a festival site – but a world tour with a single entry ticket.

(Source of the article: Dubai Global Village press release.)