Well, it’s official. Global Village is calling for new ideas, and it wants you. If you’ve ever dreamt of running a sizzling shawarma stall or a trendy trinket haven, Global Village season 30 is your cue to shine. The multicultural mega park in Dubai is back this October, and it’s ready to make its milestone year bigger, brighter and bolder.
Global Village Season 30 Calls On Entrepreneurs
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The gates haven’t opened yet, but the buzz has already commenced. Global Village has invited entrepreneurs, chefs and creators to pitch new open markets, restaurants and coffee shops ahead of its grand reopening. After a record-smashing season 29 with over 10.5 million visitors, they clearly mean business.
Last year’s hits included the launch of Restaurant Plaza, an area that joined crowd-favourites like the Indian Chaat Bazaar and Road of Asia. Guests didn’t just eat, they feasted. With more than 250 dining options, foodies found global bites at every turn. But this year they want more. Think new flavours, bold brews and market stalls that capture the soul of different countries.
Proposals are now open in two juicy categories—‘Restaurant and Coffee Shops’ and ‘Open Market’. And let’s be honest, the open markets are where Global Village truly flexes its cultural muscle. With thousands of shopping outlets and pavilions representing more than 90 cultures, it’s no wonder tourists and locals keep coming back for more.
Bigger Park, Bolder Dreams
Sprawled across a whopping 17.2 million square feet, Global Village is practically a mini-world. And yet, each year it manages to reinvent itself. Season 30 looks set to turn that reinvention dial up a notch. More food, more culture, more fun and yes, more opportunities.
If you’ve got a killer business idea or a family recipe that deserves a global stage, now’s your chance. Global Village is inviting creative minds to join the family, with easy online submissions already open. The call isn’t just for big businesses either, small brands and first-timers are welcome too.
As the countdown begins, the park’s legacy continues to grow. For three decades, Dubai’s dazzling diversity has been celebrated, creating a home for cultures to meet. Whether you’re a long-time fan or a fresh face with a fiery food cart idea, there’s space for you in season 30’s lineup.
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The Countdown Is On
So, what now? Well, if you’ve got an idea, get pitching. The deadline might be months away, but slots will fill up quickly.
Where: Exit 37 on Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road/Emirates Road
When: Season 30 starts in October 2025
Cover Image Courtesy: Global Village/ Website
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