Global Village has announced ticket prices for its 31st season, which opens on Wednesday, October 14. Tickets can be bought on the Global Village website and mobile app, and at the gates from opening day.

The ticket rates are the same as last season's but with one important change: the weekend rates will be applied on tickets purchased on Sunday. Last season, a weekday ticket was valid from Sunday to Thursday.

Global Village will open its doors to welcome guests from 6pm on Wednesday, October 14. For the remainder of the season, the destination will operate from 4pm to 12 midnight, Sunday to Wednesday. From Thursday to Sunday and on public holidays, the park will be open until 1am.

Season 31 will also introduce a VIP Parking self-payment system through dedicated vending machines. Guests will be able to pay for their VIP parking before they reach the exit points, in a move that organisers say will reduce congestion. Earlier, guests could only pay for the parking at the exit.

The VIP parking usually costs Dh200 per day for those without the VIP packs.

There are several other paid parking zones to choose from, including one located approximately 350 metres from the Happiness Gate entrance, with prices ranging from Dh75 to Dh120. There are also dedicated parking areas for people of determination and A sticker holders, as well as several free parking areas for visitors.

(Source: Khaleej Times)