Dubai: Food and beverage businesses have been given extra time to apply for a place at Global Village Season 31, with the Dubai attraction extending the registration deadline for its F&B categories to September 16, 2026.
The extended window covers both Restaurants and Coffee Shops and Kiosks and Food Trolleys, according to Global Village. The opportunity is aimed at independent F&B brands, culinary entrepreneurs and established operators seeking to expand their presence in Dubai.
Businesses interested in participating are being directed to the Global Village business portal to submit their applications. The attraction has described the extension as the final opportunity for F&B operators to join the upcoming season.
What businesses can apply for
The registration programme covers two broad F&B formats:
- Restaurants and Coffee Shops
- Kiosks and Food Trolleys
The original registration windows opened in August. The restaurant and coffee-shop category initially ran from August 7 to August 18, while the kiosks and food-trolley category opened from August 13. The deadline has now been extended for both categories to September 16.
The extension creates another opportunity for businesses that may have missed the earlier application windows or needed additional time to prepare their proposals.
Support available to participating businesses
Global Village says selected F&B businesses can receive operational support during the season.
This includes customisable setups, assistance with staff visas, customs procedures for imported products, storage facilities and registration support. Electronic payment terminals are also available for sub-lessees, alongside operational guidance.
For smaller or emerging food businesses, the attraction’s model offers more than conventional retail exposure: operators can present their concepts directly to visitors in a destination built around international food, shopping and entertainment.
Global Village’s business registration portal is currently accepting expressions of interest from companies and individuals across several investment categories.
Why Season 31 matters for Dubai’s F&B sector
Global Village has become a major seasonal destination for food businesses looking to serve a multicultural audience.
During Season 30, the attraction featured more than 250 dining outlets, while its official website currently describes more than 300 dining concepts across restaurants, cafés and kiosks. The destination says its guests come to experience cuisines and cultures from around the world.
Global Village also says Season 31 is scheduled for October 2026 to May 2027.
That seasonal timing makes the September 16 registration deadline particularly important for operators hoping to prepare their concepts before the attraction reopens.
A large audience for food concepts
The commercial appeal extends beyond Dubai residents. Global Village positions itself as a destination for both UAE residents and tourists, with its travel-trade platform highlighting the attraction’s appeal to international visitors and its large seasonal audience.
For F&B operators, the opportunity is therefore not limited to testing a menu with a local customer base. Restaurants, cafés and smaller food concepts can potentially reach visitors from different countries and cultural backgrounds within one seasonal venue.
Businesses seeking to participate in Season 31 should complete their applications through the Global Village business portal before September 16.
What is the new Global Village Season 31 F&B registration deadline?
The registration deadline for F&B businesses has been extended to September 16, 2026. The extension applies to the restaurant/coffee-shop and kiosk/food-trolley categories.
Who can apply for Global Village Season 31?
Independent F&B brands, culinary entrepreneurs and established business operators can apply. Global Village’s registration system also allows participation by companies and individuals, subject to the relevant category requirements.
Which F&B categories are available?
The two categories are Restaurants and Coffee Shops and Kiosks and Food Trolleys.
When is Global Village Season 31?
Global Village’s official website lists Season 31 as October 2026 to May 2027.
What support does Global Village offer F&B businesses?
Support includes customisable setups, staff visa assistance, customs procedures for imported products, storage, registration assistance and electronic payment terminals for sub-lessees.
Where can businesses apply?
Businesses can submit their interest through the Global Village online business portal.
How many dining outlets were featured in Season 30?
Global Village said Season 30 featured more than 250 dining outlets. Its current website also highlights more than 300 dining concepts across restaurants, cafés and kiosks as part of its dining offering.
