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Family events in the UAE this season

The cool season is when the UAE's outdoor family attractions reopen, and several large shows come to the arenas. Check each organiser's age and height rules before you go.

  1. A plaza at Global Village in Dubai with the Burj Khalifa replica rising behind the pavilions
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    Family·Dubai

    Global Village Dubai, Season 31

    Oct14to 30 Apr
    14 Oct 2026 to 30 Apr 2027
    Global Village, Dubai

    Dubai's open-air world fair opened its 31st season on 14 October 2026 and runs until May 2027, with national pavilions, stage shows, rides and food stalls. Tickets are Dh25 on weekdays and Dh30 from Friday to Sunday and on public holidays.

    Details Tickets
  2. The Riverdance 25th anniversary stage lit in an arena before a seated audience
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    Theatre·Abu Dhabi

    Riverdance

    Oct31to 1 Nov
    31 Oct to 1 Nov 2026
    Etihad Arena, Yas Island

    The Irish dance show Riverdance plays Etihad Arena on 31 October and 1 November 2026, with tickets from AED 215.

    Details From AED 215
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    Theatre·Dubai

    Swan Lake on Ice

    Jan14to 17
    14 to 17 Jan 2027
    Dubai Opera, Downtown Dubai

    Swan Lake performed on ice at Dubai Opera from 14 to 17 January 2027.

    Details From AED 300
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    Concert·Abu Dhabi

    Harry Potter Film Concert Series

    Feb5to 6
    5 to 6 Feb 2027
    Etihad Arena, Yas Island

    A Harry Potter film screened with a live orchestra at Etihad Arena on 5 and 6 February 2027, from AED 120.

    Details From AED 120

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