Global Village opens business registrations for Season 30 food and retail spaces
Calling all entrepreneurs: Global Village is now accepting proposals for its next season
Dubai: Global Village, one of the UAE’s most popular seasonal attractions, draws millions of visitors every year. With its diverse customer base, it has become one of the most profitable destinations to establish a business during the UAE’s outdoor season. Now, ahead of its milestone Season 30, Global Village is inviting interested individuals to submit proposals for its 'Restaurant and Coffee Shops' and 'Open Market' categories.
These categories offer entrepreneurs a chance to bring their culinary and retail concepts to life in prominent areas across Global Village, including the multicultural Road of Asia and the popular Indian Chaat Bazaar. Those with ideas for new open market concepts are also encouraged to apply.
How to register your business at Global Village
Visit business.globalvillage.ae
Provide your personal details: full name, mobile number and email address
Select your investment category from the drop-down menu. Options include organising a country pavilion, restaurants and coffee shops, kiosks, trolleys, open market and entertainment attractions
You may either tick the box stating ‘I do not have more information at the moment’ or submit further business details. These include your full company name as per your trade licence, nationality, the country pavilion you wish to participate in, the type of products you will sell, and their country of origin
Agree to the terms and conditions and click submit
Once submitted, your application will be reviewed and approved by the Global Village team. Approved businesses will receive support with leasing opportunities, marketing and corporate sales.
Record-breaking success in Season 29
Global Village has highlighted the strong performance of its restaurant and retail partners, supported by the destination’s stable business environment. Season 29 attracted a record 10.5 million visitors and featured more than 3,500 shopping outlets and over 250 dining options.
It also welcomed more than 75 new partners and introduced 80 new concepts across various business categories.
Since its launch in 1997, Global Village has received over 100 million guests. Season 29 featured 30 pavilions representing over 90 cultures, and hosted more than 400 performers in 40,000 shows.
The destination also offered more than 200 rides and games at Carnaval, reinforcing its status as the UAE’s most diverse venue for events, shows, shopping, and dining.
When will Global Village reopen?
Global Village closed for the summer on May 18, 2025. While the official reopening date for Season 30 has not yet been announced, the attraction is expected to return in October, aligned with its usual seasonal window from October to May.
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