Global Village has extended its Season 31 F&B registration deadline to September 16, 2026. Restaurants, coffee shops, kiosks and food trolley operators can apply to become part of the Dubai attraction’s next season. The opportunity comes as Global Village prepares for another major tourism season, following a record-breaking Season 29 that welcomed 10.5 million guests.
- Location: Global Village, Dubai
- Organisation: Global Village
- Deadline: September 16, 2026
- Who is affected: Restaurants, coffee shops, kiosks and food trolley operators
- Business impact: F&B brands can apply to operate at one of Dubai’s busiest seasonal attractions
- What’s next: Global Village will assess applications ahead of Season 31, which is scheduled for October 2026 to May 2027
Global Village extends F&B registration deadline for Season 31
Global Village has extended the Season 31 F&B registration deadline to September 16, 2026, giving food and beverage businesses additional time to submit their applications.
The registration is open to several types of operators, including restaurants and coffee shops, as well as kiosks and food trolleys.
Global Village has encouraged interested businesses to complete their applications in time, with the new deadline giving operators less than a week from the announcement to submit their details.
Season 31 is scheduled to run from October 2026 to May 2027, although Global Village has not yet confirmed a specific public opening date.
Which F&B businesses can apply?
The Season 31 opportunity is aimed at a wide range of F&B operators rather than only large restaurant chains.
Businesses can apply under two main categories: restaurants and coffee shops, or kiosks and food trolleys.
This opens the door for established operators, independent food brands and culinary entrepreneurs looking to reach Dubai’s large seasonal visitor base.
For smaller businesses, Global Village can also provide an opportunity to introduce a concept to visitors from different countries and markets in one location.
What support does Global Village offer F&B operators?
Successful applicants can receive operational support covering several areas of running a business at the destination.
Global Village says this can include customisable setups, staff visa facilitation, customs procedures for imported products and storage provisions.
Businesses can also receive registration assistance and electronic payment terminals for sub-lessees.
The support is particularly relevant for operators bringing products, staff or established concepts into a large seasonal venue. Instead of handling every operational requirement independently, participating businesses can access services designed around the Global Village environment.
However, registration does not mean every applicant will receive a space. Businesses must go through the application process and meet the requirements set for the relevant F&B category.
Why Global Village is a major F&B opportunity in Dubai
The scale of Global Village’s visitor numbers makes the F&B registration particularly significant.
The attraction recorded 10.5 million guests during Season 29, according to Global Village. That season became a record for the destination after it surpassed the previous 10 million-visitor milestone.
Season 30 also showed how important food has become to the overall Global Village experience. At its launch, the destination featured more than 250 dining options, including restaurants, cafés and street-food concepts.
The destination has continued to develop dedicated areas for dining. Season 30 included the Restaurant Plaza, featuring 11 double-storey restaurants, while Fiesta Street and the Dessert District added further food and beverage choices.
The figures do not mean Season 31 will have the same number of dining outlets. Global Village has not yet announced the final F&B lineup for the upcoming season.
When will Global Village Season 31 open?
Global Village has confirmed that Season 31 will take place from October 2026 to May 2027.
A specific opening date for the public has not been officially confirmed at this stage, so businesses and visitors should rely on Global Village’s official announcements for the final date.
The new F&B registration deadline comes ahead of the season and gives operators a final opportunity to put forward their concepts before the next phase of preparations.
The Season 31 entry process is being promoted under the theme “A More Wonderful World”, continuing Global Village’s focus on bringing together different cultures, cuisines and entertainment experiences.
Why It Matters?
The extended deadline matters mainly to Dubai’s F&B sector.
For restaurants, cafés and smaller food businesses, Global Village offers access to millions of visitors during one of Dubai’s busiest seasonal periods. It can also provide brands with a platform to test new concepts, expand their customer base and build visibility among residents and international tourists.
For visitors, the new season is likely to bring another broad mix of international food concepts alongside Global Village’s pavilions, attractions, entertainment and shopping.
The immediate next step is for interested F&B operators to submit their applications by September 16, 2026. Global Village will then move forward with preparations for Season 31.
FAQs
When is the Global Village Season 31 F&B registration deadline?
The deadline for F&B registration has been extended to September 16, 2026.
Which businesses can apply for Global Village Season 31?
Restaurants, coffee shops, kiosks and food trolley operators can apply for Season 31.
When will Global Village Season 31 start?
Season 31 is scheduled for October 2026 to May 2027. Global Village has not yet confirmed the exact public opening date.
How many visitors does Global Village attract?
Global Village welcomed 10.5 million guests during Season 29, making it one of Dubai’s major seasonal visitor attractions.
What support can F&B operators receive?
Successful operators can receive support such as customised setups, staff visa facilitation, customs procedures, storage provisions, registration assistance and electronic payment terminals for sub-lessees.
Global Village’s extended F&B registration deadline gives Dubai restaurants, coffee shops, kiosks and food trolley operators one more opportunity to apply for Season 31. With the deadline set for September 16, interested businesses will need to move quickly as preparations continue for the next season.
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