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Global Village Season 29 Breaks Record with 10.5M Visitors

Dubai's beloved multicultural park surpassed last year's 10 million milestone and wrapped a landmark season with 40,000 shows, 90 cultures, and plans for an even bigger Season 30.

Global Village Season 29 Breaks Record with 10.5M Visitors
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  • 1Global Village Dubai welcomed a record 10.5 million visitors in Season 29, surpassing the previous record of 10 million set in Season 28.
  • 2The season featured over 90 cultures represented across 30 pavilions, with more than 400 performers delivering over 40,000 shows.
  • 3Visitors had access to more than 3,500 shopping outlets, 250+ dining options, and 200+ rides and attractions.
  • 4CEO Fernando Eiroa of Dubai Holding Entertainment confirmed the milestone, describing Global Village as one of Dubai's most inclusive destinations.
  • 5Season 30 is already in planning, with new experiences expected for the park's landmark 30th anniversary season.

Global Village Dubai closed Season 29 with a record 10.5 million visitors — its highest attendance in the park's history and a jump above the previous season's milestone of 10 million guests. The result confirms the Dubailand attraction's standing as one of the world's most visited multicultural destinations.

Global Village Season 29 Sets a New Visitor Record

The record-breaking tally was announced as the season wrapped on May 19, 2025. Fernando Eiroa, Chief Executive Officer of Dubai Holding Entertainment, said: "Welcoming over 10.5 million guests this season reaffirms Global Village's position as one of the emirate's leading and most inclusive destinations."

The park's appeal lies in the scale and variety it offers under one roof. Season 29 showcased over 90 cultures across 30 international pavilions, letting visitors sample traditional arts, regional cuisines, and artisan crafts from around the globe in a single visit.

Record Entertainment: 40,000 Shows and 400 Performers

Beyond the pavilions, Season 29 delivered the most ambitious entertainment programme in the park's history. More than 400 performers took to the stages, producing over 40,000 shows throughout the season — spanning concerts, street acts, and cultural performances that drew guests back again and again.

The entertainment calendar was complemented by more than 200 rides and attractions, over 3,500 shopping outlets, and more than 250 dining options representing cuisines from every corner of the world.

What to Expect at Global Village Season 30

With Season 29 exceeding all expectations, Global Village is already planning new surprises and expanded experiences for its upcoming 30th anniversary season. The landmark milestone is expected to bring an even bigger programme, with new pavilions, entertainment formats, and attractions in the works.

The combination of cultural exchange, retail, dining, and live entertainment has made Global Village a cornerstone of Dubai's tourism strategy, drawing visitors from across the UAE and from international markets alike.

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Princess Ventura

Reporting from Dubai — independent, on the ground, and built on local sources.