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The Messi Experience Dubai

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Children playing interactive soccer game at The Messi Experience Dubai.
Visitors watching Messi highlights on multiple screens at The Messi Experience in Dubai.
Visitors explore Messi-themed room with posters and memorabilia at The Messi Experience Dubai.

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12:00pm - 10:00pm

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    • Dive into Messi's 75-minute career journey across 9 themed zones, brought to life with holograms, AR, and projection mapping.

    • Score an exclusive AI/VR-powered selfie with Messi and tackle exciting interactive football challenges.

    • Explore a recreation of Messi's childhood room and virtually experience the thrilling World Cup victory parade.

    • Your ticket grants complete entry to all immersive zones, the gaming arena, and access to the official merchandise store for exclusive collectibles.

    • Enhance your Messi Experience with a Silver or Gold package and enjoy a complimentary Messi-inspired aluminum water bottle, or both the bottle and a t-shirt with the Gold package.

    • Entry to the Messi Experience Dubai

    • 75-minute experience with holograms, AR, & projection mapping

    • Access to immersive zones, gaming areas, & the merchandise store

    • Digital AI/VR selfie with Messi

    • Aluminum bottle inspired by The Messi Experience (as per option selected)

    • Complimentary t-shirt (as per option selected)

    • Pick-up and drop-off

    • Food & beverages (purchase available onsite)

    • Merchandise (purchase available onsite)

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • Getting started: Get ready to step into the world of Lionel Messi. Each ticket is valid for a 75-minute session, giving you full access to all immersive zones, football challenges, and interactive experiences. Arrive a few minutes early to make the most of your time.

    Arrival: The Messi Experience is located at Dubai Festival City Mall. Upon arrival, present your ticket at the entrance and the staff will guide you. You’re free to enter anytime within your chosen time window.

    What to expect: Explore nine immersive zones that follow Messi’s journey from Rosario to global icon. Experience AR, holograms, and projection mapping, take a digital AI/VR selfie, test your skills in football challenges, and visit the merch store and F&B area for exclusive collectibles and refreshments.

    Features

    • Immersive zones: Nine themed, technology-enhanced zones showcasing Messi’s journey from childhood to global triumphs.

    • Football challenges: Interactive stations including Quizzball, precision-based shots, and Tiki-Taka passing drills.

    • Messi selfie station: An AI/VR-powered setup for creating lifelike digital photos with Messi.

    • Visual effects: Augmented reality, projection mapping, and holograms depicting career highlights and iconic goals.

    • Personal spaces: A detailed recreation of Messi’s childhood bedroom and a World Cup victory simulation.

    • Multi-sensory space: 2,500 sqm of storytelling with sound, visuals, and installations across a 75–90-minute journey.

    • Visitor amenities: On-site dining, merchandise store, and accessible facilities with complimentary entry for children under 3 and People of Determination.

    As your 75-minute journey ends, pick up a souvenir from the merch store, download your AI/VR selfie, and unwind at the F&B area or revisit your favorite zones.

  • The Messi Experience

    Monday12:00pm - 10:00pmlast entry 09:00pm
    Tuesday12:00pm - 10:00pmlast entry 09:00pm
    Wednesday12:00pm - 10:00pmlast entry 09:00pm
    Thursday12:00pm - 10:00pmlast entry 09:00pm
    Friday12:00pm - 10:00pmlast entry 09:00pm
    Saturday12:00pm - 10:00pmlast entry 09:00pm
    Sunday12:00pm - 10:00pmlast entry 09:00pm
  • What to bring

    • Your ticket and wear comfortable clothing with closed-toe shoes.

    What’s not allowed

    • Outside food, beverages, glassware, or alcohol; professional cameras are not allowed without prior approval; smoking and vaping are prohibited.

    • High heels are not allowed due to activity requirements.

    Accessibility

    • The venue is wheelchair and stroller accessible.

    Additional information

    • Children aged 0–3 and people of determination can enter for free with a valid ID.

    • Arrive at least 1 hour before closing for last entry.

    • Guests aged 15 or younger must be with an adult.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Please arrive at the redemption point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.

    Ticket redemption point

    • Show your ticket at The Messi Experience.

    • Address: Crescent Rd - Dubai Festival City - Dubai - United Arab Emirates.

    Get directions to the redemption point

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