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Global Village has welcomed visitors back for its 31st season in Dubai, promising new attractions and experiences. The outdoor attraction, themed "A More Wonderful World," will remain open until May 2027. Visitors will find 29 pavilions representing over 90 cultures, 3,500 shopping outlets, and 250 dining options. The opening night festivities included a choir performance, a Parade of the World, and a confetti shower at the Gate of the World.

A new attraction, Tokyo Rush, a roller coaster with sharp turns and a loop, will join returning attractions such as Dragon Kingdom and The Horror Hotel. The Festival Wheel has been refreshed, and the Gardens of the World have been updated. Visitors can now explore refreshed experiences at the Sri Lanka and Russia pavilions, with new facades added to the Syria and Kuwait pavilions.

A new Passport and Kids Passport allow visitors to collect stamps as they explore. New restaurants and cafes, such as Trabzon Turkish Restaurant and Vinci Dolci, have joined the dining options, which now total over 250. Live shows and family entertainment will include 40,000 performances throughout the season, featuring new productions like Fast Live 2: The Police Strike Back and Bollywood Idol.

Improvements to visitor facilities include a new VIP parking self-payment system, expanded ticketing capacity at Happiness Gate, and additional family washrooms. Opening hours have been extended to midnight on weeknights and 1am on weekends, with ticket prices set at Dh30 or Dh25 for weekday entry.