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Time Out Dubai
08-05-2025
- Business
- Time Out Dubai
Primark is coming to Dubai — Here's where and when you can shop
It's stormed the high streets of Ireland and the UK, and now Primark is coming to Dubai. The legendary budget store has partnered with the Alshaya Group, a huge retail franchise operator to bring three stores to Dubai. Set to arrive in the UAE in the first quarter of 2026, you'll soon be able to grab bargains at Primark stores in Dubai Mall, Mall of the Emirates and City Centre Mirdif. The news was confirmed by Alshaya Group CEO John Hadden on Virgin Radio Dubai's Kris Fade Show. The first store in the region will open at The Avenues Mall in Kuwait before the end of 2025. After that, Dubai will be the next destination in the region to welcome the brand. And the best bit? Those familiar low prices will stay exactly the same when the store arrives in Dubai. The starting price for jeans will be Dhs50 and t-shirts will be just Dhs15. Hadden said that 'We're going to open not one, not two but we're going to go for three stores in Dubai in the first quarter of next year. 'The top three malls – Dubai Mall, City Centre Mirdif and Mall of the Emirates. 'Price is the same. We're going to do jeans at a starting price of Dhs50 and a basic t-shirt will be Dhs15. 'I'm so excited I can't sustain it. It's just brilliant.' If you like reading this: The best shopping malls in Dubai: Your complete guide What is Primark? If you haven't had the chance to browse its aisles before, then let us explain. Founded in Dublin, Ireland, as Penny's, Primark was first launched 55 years ago and has now expanded into 450 stores. Now in 15 countries across Europe and boasting 16 stores in the US, the brand sells everything from socks to home furnishings, cosmetics, womenswear, menswear and childrenswear. Known for being a budget option, shoppers have long-adored finding new styles for a cheaper price. Looking for things to do in Dubai? All the sports events in Dubai in 2025 to sign up for Make 2025 the year of your PBs 50 brilliant outdoor activities to try at least once in Dubai Let's take this outside The incredible Dubai hotels offering more than just a room Did someone say freebies?
What's On
08-05-2025
- Business
- What's On
It's official: Primark to open three stores in Dubai in 2026
After much anticipation, Primark is landing in Dubai… It's official – Primark is opening in Dubai, and the opening roll-out will be an incredible three stores in three different locations. Partnering with retail giant Alshaya Group, the apparel brand will be opening doors at the Dubai Mall, Mall of the Emirates and City Centre Mirdif. Set to launch in the first quarter of 2026, the brand is gearing up to offer insane savings and budget bargains, something it's known and loved widely for back home in the UK and Ireland. The news was confirmed by Alshaya Group CEO John Hadden, livd, on Virgin Radio Dubai's Kris Fade Show, and he also stated that pricing will stay the same, adding that jeans will start at Dhs50 and T-shirts at Dhs15 – watch us jump for joy, because that means more shopping for us. The anticipation for the arrival of the brand has been building in the region for a while now, as last September it was announced that Primark, could soon be making its long-awaited debut in the region. A statement given by Alshaya Group said a strategic partnership has been put in place 'to explore opportunities to bring its stores to the Middle East.' While the openings in Dubai are slated for early 2026, Primark will be making a regional debut soon, with it's very first Middle Eastern store to open in Kuwait before the end of 2025, in The Avenues Mall. The Dublin-born fashion giant first opened its doors 55 years ago and now operates over 450 stores worldwide, with outlets in 15 countries across Europe and boasting 16 stores in the US. Known for its unbeatable combo of on-trend fashion at super affordable prices, Primark is a go-to for everything a family needs, across womenswear, menswear, children's, homeware, cosmetics, accessories, shoes, and more. @alshayagroup, @primark Images: Getty > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
