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- Opening in the second half of 2026, Liwan Mall will sit in Wadi Al Safa 2 and feature a Spanish-inspired design with luxury retail, cafés, restaurants, landscaped zones and even a pool.
- A new greenery-filled outdoor dining courtyard will open in early 2027, offering a fresh social hub in one of the city’s most iconic malls.
- The development includes 60 shops, a premium food hall, two major stores, plus a gym, clubhouse, spa and outdoor leisure areas — perfectly positioned to become the heart of the rapidly growing Dubai South.
Dubai’s retail scene is exploding again, and these new malls are about to take the city’s shopping obsession to another level. Here’s a breakdown of every major project coming soon — plus huge upgrades at two iconic malls.
Dubai Square
Set to become one of the world’s biggest retail destinations, Dubai Square is Emaar’s futuristic “indoor city” inside Dubai Creek Harbour. Spanning 2.6 million square metres and triple the size of Downtown Dubai, the mega-project will feature electric-car-friendly streets, immersive digital retail concepts, new dining experiences and a direct link to the upcoming Dubai Creek Tower. It’s expected to open in 2028 and aims to redefine what a mall can be.
Ghaf Woods Mall
Majid Al Futtaim is developing a first-of-its-kind forest-themed mall inside the AED 15.4 billion Ghaf Woods community. Packed with more than 30,000 trees, the destination blends nature with luxury retail, dining, leisure spaces and tech-enhanced experiences. It will be the company’s 30th mall and is designed as a peaceful, green, lifestyle-centric shopping zone.
Sobha Mall
Sobha Realty’s AED 210 million mall is now under construction in Sobha Hartland. Covering 339,000 square feet, it will include 35 retail stores, a supermarket, entertainment zones, courts, gyms and more than 10 dining outlets. Expected by late 2026, it targets residents looking for luxury convenience paired with cultural and family-friendly options.
Liwan Mall
Opening in the second half of 2026, Liwan Mall will sit in Wadi Al Safa 2 and feature a Spanish-inspired design with luxury retail, cafés, restaurants, landscaped zones and even a pool. Built across 113,674 square feet by KeyMavens Group, it aims to offer an elegant, boutique shopping vibe.
Villa Square
Located in Wadi Al Safa 5, Villa Square focuses on families, wellness and modern living. The 124,000-sq-ft mall will offer curated shops, a variety of dining spots, leisure zones and an indoor-outdoor layout with natural light and greenery. The project is in development and set for completion in Q3 2026.
South Bay Mall
Dubai South’s upcoming 200,000-sq-ft mall promises lagoon views, rooftop experiences and open-air walkways. The development includes 60 shops, a premium food hall, two major stores, plus a gym, clubhouse, spa and outdoor leisure areas — perfectly positioned to become the heart of the rapidly growing Dubai South.
Major Upgrades: Dubai Mall
A massive AED 1.5 billion expansion is underway, adding 240 luxury retail and dining options. A new exhibition centre is expected to begin hosting events by early 2026, and The District — with 65 new shops and restaurants — is already open.
Major Upgrades: Mall of the Emirates
A AED 5 billion makeover is in progress, bringing 100 new stores including Primark, Skims and Ulta Beauty. A new greenery-filled outdoor dining courtyard will open in early 2027, offering a fresh social hub in one of the city’s most iconic malls.
