Dubai’s iconic Global Village has officially opened vendor applications for its landmark Season 30. Following a phenomenal Season 29 that saw a record-breaking 10.5 million visitors, the stage is now set for a bigger, bolder, and even more vibrant cultural celebration.
This isn’t just the return of a popular event—it’s the launch of a legacy season that promises unprecedented footfall, global engagement, and business transformation.
A Global Celebration That Connects Cultures
Global Village has long stood as Dubai’s premier multicultural event, blending the essence of a world expo with the color and warmth of a cultural street festival. It’s a place where nations meet, stories unfold, and entrepreneurs thrive.
With every new season, it evolves. Season 29 marked a major milestone with 10.5 million visitors across six months. Families, travelers, content creators, and shopping enthusiasts flocked to experience the fusion of food, fashion, entertainment, and heritage—all in one place.
Season 30 is gearing up to elevate that experience and offer even more opportunities to vendors who want to be part of something meaningful, profitable, and global.
Why Vendors Shouldn’t Miss This Opportunity
For vendors, Global Village isn’t just about setting up a stall—it’s about stepping onto an international platform. It’s a space where culture-driven commerce thrives, and where products backed by passion often outshine those driven by profit alone.
The reasons to join are compelling:
Unparalleled Foot Traffic
With 10.5 million visitors last season, the exposure is unmatched. Whether you’re a food startup, artisan brand, or retail veteran, your business gets seen—by the masses.
Cultural Fusion
You’re not selling to one type of audience. You’re engaging with a global mix—families from the Gulf, tourists from Europe, foodies from Asia, and shoppers from Africa. It’s a real-time testbed for product validation and market feedback.
Turnkey Infrastructure
Forget the headache of logistics. From licensing and visa support to electricity, storage, and payment systems, everything is professionally managed. You show up with your idea—they help you activate it.
Human Connection
This isn’t a mall. Visitors come to connect, discover, and experience. That emotional layer gives your brand meaning. When someone buys a handmade shawl, they’re buying a story. When they taste your recipe, they’re sharing your heritage.
Who Can Apply?
The call is open to a wide range of vendors, each contributing a unique layer to the Global Village ecosystem. Whether you’re a seasoned business or a passionate creator, there’s a space for you.
Country Pavilions
Large-scale exhibits featuring goods, crafts, and cultural elements from specific nations. If you represent a regional collective or export council, this is your canvas.
Restaurants & Food Stalls
From gourmet kitchens to street food carts, food vendors are central to the experience. Global Village is especially keen on authentic, home-style, and fusion cuisine concepts.
Open Market Concepts
This is the ideal entry point for artisans, home entrepreneurs, and boutique brands. Think jewelry, accessories, homeware, wellness, and fashion—products with a story to tell.
Entertainment & Attractions
From live performances to interactive installations, rides, and digital experiences, this segment is booming. If you create joy, there’s room for you here.
Guest Services
Vendors offering leisure services, mobile tech, games, or concierge-style experiences are also encouraged to apply.
Season 30: A Milestone Celebration
Season 30 is not just the next event in the series—it’s a celebration of three decades of success. Expect larger venues, fresh design themes, special anniversary programming, and more immersive entertainment than ever before.
Architectural makeovers, stage upgrades, new zones, and expanded food districts are all in the works. That means more visitor engagement—and more footfall for your stall.
Several new categories will also be introduced this year to reflect changing consumer trends such as sustainability, DIY lifestyle products, homegrown food brands, and experiential retail.
Spotlight Zones: Road of Asia & Indian Chaat Bazaar
Among the highest-traffic areas, Road of Asia and Indian Chaat Bazaar have become go-to destinations for food lovers. Road of Asia features rotating kiosks from a dozen Asian countries, offering compact and cost-effective entry for small food businesses.
Indian Chaat Bazaar is a street food paradise, buzzing with the energy of Delhi’s lanes and Mumbai’s spice. It’s especially popular with younger visitors and families. If your cuisine is bold and flavorful, these zones are your best bet for visibility and volume.
How to Apply
The process is simple and fully online via the official Global Village Business Portal at:
https://business.globalvillage.ae
Applications are being accepted for:
- Retail pavilions
- Restaurants and cafés
- Food kiosks
- Open market retail
- Entertainment providers
- Guest and leisure services
You’ll need to share your concept, business vision, sample products (where applicable), setup plan, and a short brand story. Preference is given to unique concepts, high-quality products, and vendors that reflect cultural authenticity.
The earlier you apply, the better your chances at securing a premium location or a spot in the high-demand food and entertainment zones.
Real Stories, Real Impact
The magic of Global Village lies in the success stories it has helped build. A Jordanian candle brand that started as a side hustle now ships internationally. A Syrian baker who joined three years ago just opened their second café in Abu Dhabi. A Ghanaian beadwork stall went viral on social media, drawing customers from as far as Canada.
These aren’t fairy tales—they’re everyday examples of how this platform acts as a launchpad for real-world growth.
Global Village empowers creators, celebrates diversity, and rewards quality with loyalty. People remember their experiences here—and return year after year to revisit their favorite brands.
Logistics and Support
Season 30 will likely run from October 2025 to May 2026, spanning holidays, school breaks, and peak tourism months. This gives vendors consistent exposure for nearly seven months.
The operational support offered includes:
- Visa and labor facilitation
- On-site storage and delivery
- 24/7 security and maintenance
- Wi-Fi, POS systems, and cashless payment terminals
- Customs and regulatory assistance for imported goods
- Marketing opportunities through Global Village campaigns
Whether you’re a solo entrepreneur or a regional distributor, the infrastructure is designed to make your experience smooth, efficient, and commercially rewarding.
Final Thoughts: Why This Is Your Time
Global Village isn’t just an event—it’s a cultural institution that celebrates the best of humanity through food, art, entertainment, and entrepreneurship.
Season 30 is your chance to step into that story.
If you’ve been waiting to launch that food concept, scale your home business, introduce your craft to the world, or build a brand that stands for more than just profit—this is your golden ticket.
Apply now, tell your story, and join the millions of visitors and creators making magic at Dubai’s most beloved cultural destination.
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