Global Village Dubai Timings: Hours, Last Entry & Tuesday Rules
Global Village Dubai opens at 4:00 PM every day of Season 31, which runs from 14 October 2026 to May 2027. The park closes at midnight from Sunday to Wednesday, and at 1:00 AM from Thursday to Saturday and on public holidays.
Gates stop admitting visitors 30 minutes before closing, so the last time to walk in is 11:30 PM on a Sunday to Wednesday night and 12:30 AM from Thursday to Saturday. Tuesdays are reserved for families, couples and ladies.
Global Village Dubai opening hours
| Day | Opens | Park closes | Last entry |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday to Wednesday | 4:00 PM | 12:00 AM | 11:30 PM |
| Thursday to Saturday | 4:00 PM | 1:00 AM | 12:30 AM |
| Public holidays | 4:00 PM | 1:00 AM | 12:30 AM |
Tuesdays follow the Sunday to Wednesday hours, with entry limited to families, couples and ladies.
Last entry time
Entry gates close 30 minutes before the park does. That makes the cutoff 11:30 PM from Sunday to Wednesday and 12:30 AM on Thursday to Saturday nights and public holidays.
Each ticket covers one entry for one person, with no right of re-entry. Stepping out to the car after you have scanned in uses up the ticket, so sort out bags, strollers and parking before you reach the gate.
Tuesday rules for families, couples & ladies
Only families, couples and ladies are admitted on Tuesdays. A group of men on their own is not admitted that day.
- Tuesday hours are the same as Sunday to Wednesday: 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM.
- A Tuesday that falls on a public holiday is open to everyone and runs until 1:00 AM.
- Some public holidays declared by the UAE government are also run as family days. The park announces them on its app, website and social channels.
- The Weekday ticket is valid on Tuesdays, since it covers Monday to Thursday.
Ticket prices & free entry
A Weekday ticket costs AED 25 and an Any Day ticket costs AED 30, both including 5% VAT, and the price is the same at the gate and in the app.
| Ticket | Price | Valid on |
|---|---|---|
| Weekday | AED 25 | Monday to Thursday, excluding public holidays |
| Any Day | AED 30 | Every day, including public holidays |
The Weekday ticket stops at Thursday, so Friday, Saturday, Sunday and public holiday visits all need the AED 30 Any Day ticket. Sunday trips the most people up: the park keeps its Sunday to Wednesday hours that day, but the ticket is the AED 30 one.
Free entry
- Children under 3 years old
- Senior citizens over 65
- People of Determination holding an ID card, plus one companion
How tickets work
- Tickets are sold at the ticket booths inside the park and in the Global Village app.
- Online tickets arrive by email as a PDF with a QR code, and also appear under “My Purchases” in your account.
- Tickets bought at a booth or vending machine are valid only on the date of purchase.
- Tickets are single-use and non-refundable, and lost or stolen tickets are not replaced.
- Reselling, duplicating or reprinting a ticket is prohibited.
Getting to Global Village
Global Village sits at Exit 37 on Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311), and Emirates Road (E611) also reaches the exit. Set your navigation to the Global Village map pin before you leave.
Parking zones feed different entrances, including Gate of the World, Happiness Gate and Cultural Gate, so the zone you choose decides which gate you walk to.
Parking zones & prices
| Zone | Cost | Where it is |
|---|---|---|
| P1 and P3 | Free | About 400 metres from Gate of the World |
| P5 | Free | About 450 metres from Gate of the World |
| P7 to P11 | Free on weekends, public holidays and busy days | About 1 km from Cultural Gate, with a free shuttle bus or a rickshaw from AED 10 |
| Paid Parking 2 | AED 75 per day | About 350 metres from Happiness Gate |
| Paid Parking | AED 120 per day | Weekdays and weekends |
| VIP Parking | AED 200 per day | Free for VIP pack holders |
Free zones P1, P3 and P5 put you the closest on foot. P7 to P11 are the overflow lots and open only when the park is busy.
Bus routes & taxis
Four RTA bus routes serve the park during the season:
- Bus 102 from CentrePoint Metro Station
- Bus 103 from Union Metro Station, via Al Rebat Street
- Bus 104 from Ghubaiba Bus Station, via Max Fashion Metro Station
- Bus 106 from Mall of Emirates Metro Station, via Al Barsha and Al Quoz
All four connect to stations on the Dubai Metro or to Ghubaiba Bus Station. Buses run from about 3:15 PM to 11:15 PM, and the trip takes around 30 minutes. For route stops and timetables, call 800 9090.
The last bus leaves before the park closes at midnight or 1:00 AM, so a late night means a taxi. Careem, Uber and RTA taxis all serve the park.
Children, accessibility & park rules
Children
Parents can pick up and register a free wristband for each child at the ticket booths and information kiosks. A child who gets separated from the family is taken to the Lost Explorers area inside Gate of the World until a parent collects them, and a service fee applies for the time they stay there.
Accessibility
Entry is free for People of Determination and one companion. Reserved parking, accessible toilets and wheelchair-friendly access to all attractions are in place, and an on-site Prime Hospital clinic handles first aid and emergencies.
Park rules
- Cover your shoulders and knees, whether you are male or female.
- Pets are not allowed.
- Public displays of affection are not allowed.
- Food and drinks bought outside the park cannot be brought in.
- Wheeled devices such as scooters, bicycles, skateboards, roller skates and hoverboards are not allowed unless rented inside the park.
- Filming needs a permit.
- Bags go through X-ray inspection, and travel suitcases are not allowed.
- Smoking is allowed only in designated areas.
FAQ
What time does Global Village open in Dubai?
Global Village opens at 4:00 PM every day during Season 31.
What time does Global Village close?
The park closes at 12:00 AM from Sunday to Wednesday, and at 1:00 AM from Thursday to Saturday and on public holidays.
Can men visit Global Village alone on Tuesday?
No. Tuesday entry is for families, couples and ladies, except when a Tuesday falls on a public holiday.
Is Global Village open on Sunday?
Yes, from 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM. A Sunday visit needs the AED 30 Any Day ticket, because the Weekday ticket covers Monday to Thursday.
When does Global Village Season 31 end?
Season 31 runs from 14 October 2026 to May 2027.
Before you go
- Pick your ticket by the day: AED 25 Monday to Thursday, AED 30 on every other day and on public holidays.
- Be at the gate by 11:30 PM Sunday to Wednesday, or 12:30 AM Thursday to Saturday.
- Park in P1, P3 or P5 for the shortest walk at no cost.
- Take bus 102, 103, 104 or 106 before about 11:15 PM, or book a taxi for the ride home.
- On a Tuesday, go with family or a partner.
