@GlobalVillageAE Exclusive Events At Global Village Are Set To Amaze Families During Dubai’s Eid Al Adha Celebrations

Global Village, Dubai’s leading family entertainment and cultural attraction, is set to captivate crowds from across the UAE and the GCC with a fabulous range of celebrations and events that have been especially themed for Dubai’s Eid Al Adha celebrations.

To enable the biggest number of people to experience the excitement it is extending its opening hours during the Eid Festival period of 10^th of October till the 19^th  October until 2am, and with a special 3am closing time on the 15^th and 16^th October, and expecting to entertain record crowds this year.

Fantasy Island, one of the many new attractions at this season’s Global Village, is set to attract huge crowds during the Eid festival period as it is the first of its kind in the Middle East. With more than 50 rides to choose from children and adults will have a wealth of new and innovative rides and experiences to enjoy for hours at a time.

Thrill seekers can ride rollercoasters, be terrified by a ghost ride, and then cool off on the log ride. The classic funfair Dodgems are making a welcome return, along with the highly enjoyable bungee and trampoline stands.

This season Global Village has brought more of the world to Dubai to partake in Eid celebrations. Amongst the 65 countries being represented this year, are the new inclusions of Germany, Italy, and France. Countries returning to this global extravaganza will include Qatar, UAE, Tunisia, Lebanon, UK, Thailand, Syria, and many, many more.

Executive Director of Operations, Ahmad Hussein, commented on the focus to bring top end family entertainment to Global Village for Eid Al Adha. “Dubai is a tourism hub and being based in Dubai means we have high expectations to meet in terms of having something for everyone, no matter their age or country of origin.

“Apart from the entertainment, we have over 65 countries being represented under 30 pavilions. We’ve gone further than any other year to bring a truly global experience to people visiting Global Village, and Dubai, this year. We’ve really made Global Village the place to be for Eid Al Adha, with Eid themed décor and special themed gates and entrances to really put everybody into a festive mood.

Bringing to Dubai awe inspiring acts of magic, comedy, and musical talent, Global Village is dedicated to making this Eid a memorable kick off to their season. With acts from all over the world, and a regional first in the Fantasy Island Funfair, the scene is set for families to enjoy a joyous Eid Al Adha experience.

The pyrotechnic visuals of The Lords of Lightning are ready to cause a truly electric atmosphere by sending four million volts of raw electricity between each other and into the night sky. The Lords are fully charged to astound audiences three times a day in their suits of metal, and visitors won’t want to miss this electrifying event.

The daredevil cum comedian, Ernest the Magnifico; European magic marvels “Quick Change”; the comedic stylings of Mr. Vita, and circus performers will keep children entertained throughout Eid, with acts, as they perform two to three times a day, every day.

Eid exclusive events for children will be at Global Village, from the 10^th until the 22^nd, in the form of ‘Orbis’ and ‘Level Up’. ‘Orbis’ is a world renowned touring magic show that transports its audience around the world; celebrating the music and cultures, far and wide. From China to Russia, and India to South America, you’re little ones will be left in awe.

‘Level Up’, is a world of video games that quickly come to life to perform German wheels, dance performances, power skipping, roller skating stunts, and much more.

All of that entertainment is sure to work up an appetite, and Global Village is providing a plethora of delectable treats and savory snacks from the vast number of kiosks that will be serving up the favourite foods from the GCC and the rest of world, with over 25 internationally recognized restaurants set up around the site to satisfy your whole families need to feed.

Global Village is one of Dubai’s biggest brands and tourism destinations, with a team of over 10,000 people ensuring the delivery of a fantastic experience for visitors over its 5 month season. It welcomes nearly five million visitors a year and is regarded as one of the region’s most popular homegrown tourism and cultural leisure brands.

Located on the Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed highway for ease of access, the Global Village has parking space for 17,000 cars.