Dubai Retail, part of Dubai Holding Asset Management and one of the region’s leading shopping and leisure destination groups, has announced the upcoming launch of “The Yard,” the first integrated shopping and leisure destination at Palm Jebel Ali.
The project marks a new addition to Dubai Retail’s growing portfolio, bringing the total number of its malls, shopping destinations, and leisure venues across Dubai to 57. The expansion further strengthens the group’s presence in some of the emirate’s most important areas of urban growth and development.
The Yard at Palm Jebel Ali to Open in 2027
The Yard is scheduled to open in 2027 and is set to become a key destination serving the future daily needs of Palm Jebel Ali residents through a carefully selected mix of retail outlets, restaurants, and essential services.
As Palm Jebel Ali continues to develop and establish itself as one of Dubai’s most prominent waterfront communities, The Yard is expected to offer residents and visitors an integrated experience that combines everyday services, dining options, and social spaces within a single destination.
This mix will help make daily life more convenient for residents, while giving them easy access to essential services as well as leisure and social experiences close to their homes.
70,000 Square Feet and 26 Retail Outlets and Facilities
The new destination will span approximately 70,000 square feet of total leasable area and will include 26 retail outlets and facilities covering shopping, dining, fitness, and everyday services.
The Yard is expected to serve around 20,000 residents living in the surrounding communities, making it an important part of the wider network of facilities and services supporting the area’s continued growth and development in the coming years.
The scale of the project and the variety of its facilities reflect a focus on creating a practical and integrated destination that meets residents’ everyday needs while also offering multiple options for spending time and enjoying the development’s distinctive location.
A Diverse Mix of Brands at The Yard
The Yard will feature a selection of well-known brands and services designed to meet a wide range of needs for residents and visitors. Among the key names expected at the destination are Waitrose, American Hospital, Piccoli, Jumeirah International Nurseries, Café Bateel, and Friends Avenue.
This mix gives the destination a well-rounded character, bringing together shopping, healthcare, education, restaurants, cafés, and daily services in a way that matches the needs of Palm Jebel Ali’s growing residential communities.
The variety of brands will also support The Yard’s role as a convenient neighborhood destination where residents can access a broad range of services and experiences in one place.
A Design That Makes the Most of the Waterfront Setting
The Yard has been designed to complement its distinctive waterfront location, with plans for open-air terraces and lively community spaces that will provide residents and visitors with places to meet, relax, and enjoy the surrounding atmosphere.
The development will also connect directly to the waterfront promenade and nearby open spaces, helping create an integrated community experience that combines shopping, leisure, and the appeal of the coastal setting.
This approach is expected to give the destination a distinctive character by bringing together commercial and service spaces with open areas in a way that enhances the visitor experience and encourages people to spend more time at the destination.
McLaren Construction to Deliver the Project
McLaren Construction LLC has been appointed as the main contractor for The Yard development, drawing on its experience in the construction sector and in delivering a wide range of projects.
The company’s expertise is expected to help bring the project’s vision to life and create a modern, integrated waterfront destination that reflects the character and future ambitions of Palm Jebel Ali.
The development forms part of the wider effort to create facilities that support new residential communities and provide residents with an environment that combines essential services with social and leisure options.
A New Addition to Dubai’s Shopping and Leisure Landscape
Dubai Retail continues to support Dubai’s ongoing growth and expansion through a diverse portfolio that includes some of the emirate’s leading shopping and leisure destinations, serving the needs of both residents and visitors across different areas of the city.
The launch of The Yard reflects this direction by strengthening Dubai Retail’s presence in one of Dubai’s key future growth areas and delivering a destination designed around the needs of the local community at Palm Jebel Ali.
With the project scheduled to open in 2027, The Yard is expected to become a valuable addition to the area, combining convenient access to everyday services with a diverse range of shopping, dining, and social experiences, while supporting Dubai’s wider vision of enhancing quality of life and creating modern, integrated communities.
