Global Village confirms Ramadan timings

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Global Village is bringing the world together this Ramadan with special activities and offerings, from 6:00 pm until 2:00 am.

Visitors to the multi-cultural family destination in Dubai will be able to enjoy amazing Iftar and Suhoor offerings with a multitude of options across a variety of cuisines.

Guests can also look forward to the brand-new Ramadan Wonders Souk, filled with offerings of all types of unique trinkets from around the world.

The souk, situated at the heart of the park, will be themed after a traditional Emirati market and will provide visitors with Ramadan samples of what the pavilions have to offer.

The soulful melodies of the Arabian Orchestra will also be played on the Main Stage, performed daily by an ensemble of 30 artists delivering an unforgettable musical experience.

Alongside this, several live shows, including dual harps show, violin player and a Tannoura show will alternate between the Main Stage and the Wonder Stage in Mini World.

Musical firework displays will light up the sky every Friday and Saturday at 9:00 pm, while The Dragon Lake will transform into a Ramadan-themed masterpiece featuring an exclusive laser and fire show.

Global Village will also hold its widely popular Ramadan Cannon, firing off at sunset every day to signify the end of fasting.

Young guests are in for a treat at the Kids’ Theatre with weekends filled with fun and entertaining shows. From Friday to Sunday, kids can enjoy a spectacular Arabic puppet show alongside a Ramadan-exclusive take on the Kaleidoscope Show.

Other Ramadan activities include the Step Challenge, which offers prizes such as Samsung Galaxy mobile phones, as well as Apple and Samsung smartwatches.

Guests are encouraged to take part simply by downloading the Global Village mobile app and walking around the park. Upon completion of 10,000 steps during a single visit, participants will be automatically added to a weekly draw and winners will be announced every Friday during Ramadan.

Throughout the holy month, Global Village will be adorned with Ramadan themed installations and decoration, giving the destination a bright and celebrative vibe, and providing guests opportunities to take snaps with the picturesque backdrops, making for a truly memorable visit.

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