‘The World of the Hunger Games’ sets the standards of entertainment at Motiongate Dubai
Our trip to MOTIONGATE(tm) Dubai, part of Dubai parks and resorts is the Middle East’s largest Hollywood-inspired theme park, was a step into the magical, mythical worlds of some of cinema’s most beloved movies. Spread across five zones, MOTIONGATE(tm) Dubai offers guests of all ages an exceptional entertained by 27 key rides and attractions including roller coasters, multi-media dark rides, interactive play labs, media-based theatre shows, plus a full program of roaming entertainment and live dance performances. Inspired by 13 of Hollywood’s most beloved live action and animated films, visitors will be transported into the world of movies including Shrek, Kung Fu Panda, Hotel Transylvania, Ghostbusters, The Smurfs and most importantly the brand new world of The Hunger Games.
The launch of the World of the Hunger Games completes all the rides and attractions at the LIONSGATE Zone, one of the five zones at MOTIONGATE(tm) Dubai, and is the latest addition to the Hollywood-inspired theme park. The first ever World of The Hunger launch ceremony was attended by representatives from LIONSGATE and Dubai Parks and Resorts management, in addition to key local and international media outlets who covered the event. The ceremony also included the first performance of The Hunger Games street show and an exhilarating fireworks show celebrating the official opening. The new destination features rides and attractions from the blockbuster movie franchise that was officially inaugurated on October 20th at Dubai Parks and Resorts, the region’s largest integrated theme park destination.
The World of The Hunger Games is composed of two incredible attractions, one highenergy street show, an immersive shopping outlet with exclusive branded merchandise and a great street-front cafÈ taking guests on an immersive journey in the dystopian world of Panem. Thrill-seekers can soar on the highspeed, gravity-defying Capitol Bullet Train which is an adrenaline-fuelled ride aboard a half-pipe rollercoaster that offers a taste of the futuristic technology of Panem. Guests are also graciously invited by President Snow to take the Panem Aerial Tour, an exhilarating hovercraft aerial tour over the districts on the way to the Capitol. Also, District 12’s coal miners come together to entertain guests with the creative use of their work tools in this interactive musical extravaganza.
MOTIONGATE(tm) Dubai offers nine family-friendly restaurants, 15 themed retail outlets and the multi-purpose Hollywood Theatre, seating 1,000 guests, as well as multiple kiosks offering light bites and merchandise throughout the park, visitors have a full range of choices for dining, entertainment and relaxation beyond the rides and attractions. As part of its full-service offering, MOTIONGATE(tm) Dubai is enhanced with smart technology, smart queuing, shaded walkways and offers full access for visitors with mobility impairments.