happenings this month Global Village records 5.6 million visitors this season
Global Village records 5.6 million visitors this season
Updated on 10 April 2017

The region’s first multicultural festival park, Global Village, has recorded an attendance of 5.6 million guests on its 21st season that closed on Saturday after a successful 159 days run. Throughout the season, a total of Dhs 2 million have been given away. Visitors at the Global Village have given a score of 9 out of 10 in its Guests Happiness Index, marking the great success this season with 27 concerts, 78 fireworks display and other exciting entertainment experiences. An independent brand index, YouGov has ranked Global Village as the top entertainment and leisure destination in the UAE.

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