{
  "id": 7260648,
  "title": "Dubai's Global Village announces opening date for season 31",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/14/dubais-global-village-announces-opening-date-for-season-31-7260648",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-09-14T06:01:13.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The National Business",
    "slug": "the-national-business",
    "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/lifestyle/things-to-do/2026/09/14/dubais-global-village-announces-opening-date-for-season-31/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Dubai's Global Village announces its 31st season opening on October 14. The open-air park is scheduled to close for summer in May. Last year's 30th season saw the return of three attractions: Gardens of the World, Dragon Kingdom and The Little Wonderers at Carnaval. Additional enhancements included an expanded Main Stage, an extended Fiesta Street and the renovated Dessert District. Originally launched in 1997 as a modest collection of kiosks along Dubai Creek, Global Village has transformed into a major family-friendly attraction. Tickets range from Dh25 from Sunday to Thursday, Dh30 on Friday and Saturday. Children under three, those aged 65 and above, and people with determination enter free. Tuesdays are designated for ladies and families, except on public holidays.",
  "summary": "Global Village is returning for its 31st season. The open-air park in Dubai is set to open on October 14 before closing for the summer in May. Last season, Global Village celebrated its 30th season with 30 pavilions representing more than 90 cultures, alongside more than 3,500 shopping outlets and up to 200 rides and games. Season 30 featured three key additions that are expected to make a return…",
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      {
        "outlet": "Gulf News",
        "title": "Global Village announces reopening date, teases new attractions for season 31 in Dubai",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/14/global-village-announces-reopening-date-teases-new-attractions-for",
        "published": "2026-09-14T05:59:21.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "The National UAE",
        "title": "Dubai's Global Village announces opening date for season 31",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/14/dubais-global-village-announces-opening-date-for-season-31",
        "published": "2026-09-14T06:01:13.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Arabian Business",
        "title": "Global Village confirms October opening date",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/14/global-village-confirms-october-opening-date",
        "published": "2026-09-14T07:12:52.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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