Global Village, one of the world's most important cultural parks and the region's leading family destination for culture, entertainment, and shopping, brings the colors and cultures of the world to a single vibrant space where global flavors meet entertainment shows amidst unforgettable experiences with friends and family. Here is a guide to the top five experiences not to be missed at Global Village before the curtain falls on 2025, to conclude a year filled with joy, wonder, and an even more magnificent world spirit.
7 Timings Global Village is set to welcome 2026 on December 31st with the 'Seven New Year's Celebrations in One Night' event, one of the highlights of the season. It offers guests a celebratory experience featuring seven synchronized countdowns corresponding to seven different countries, accompanied by fireworks displays and drone shows. The evening allows Global Village guests to enjoy a pulsating musical atmosphere with a live DJ performance on the main stage, alongside exploring the destination's diverse experiences, making the start of the new year an unforgettable moment that combines joy and beauty in one place.
Santa Claus and His Friends Global Village invites families to seize the last chance before the end of the holiday season to meet Santa Claus and his multicultural elves, and capture the most memorable photos with the little ones in a warm, festive atmosphere. This innovative world takes guests on an exciting journey within an entertainment-based gaming framework, where four interconnected worlds full of adventure and discovery open up before them. Participants tackle various challenges, solve puzzles, find secret portals, and collect rewards along the way, with a chance to win the grand prize of AED 30,000.
All Carnival Rides Global Village allows you to plan a day full of fun with friends at the carnival through an exclusive holiday season package available until January 4th. This package allows guests to enjoy unlimited access to all carnival rides for AED 99, offering a comprehensive entertainment experience for adventure and fun lovers.
From Coats to Hot Chocolate Global Village guests can discover a collection of winter wear and unique, season-ready pieces in the Pakistan and Afghanistan pavilions, where elegant coats and jackets that combine warmth with a modern style are available, making them a perfect choice for mild winter days. The visit concludes with a stop at Nooda in the Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan Foundation for Humanitarian Works pavilion or Mini Trolley in the 971 Community pavilion to enjoy a warm cup of hot chocolate in a cozy atmosphere that adds a touch of warmth and serenity, turning the end of the tour into a quiet winter moment worthy of the Global Village experience.
Santa Claus and his elf teams spread the joyous spirit along the Celebration Walkway and throughout the destination, bringing happiness and fun to every corner. These experiences continue until December 31st, where guests can enjoy unique roaming shows, direct interactive meet-and-greets, and multiple photo opportunities, making the visit a moment filled with laughter and unforgettable memories for all family members, in harmony with the holiday season atmosphere at Global Village.
Augmented Reality Global Village gives guests the opportunity to immerse in a captivating experience through Universe World, an interactive augmented reality experience that can be explored via a phone within the destination. Global Village welcomes its guests in the final days of 2025 as the ideal destination to enjoy the best of the weather and bid farewell to a year full of memorable moments.
