20 New Shopping Centers Opening Worldwide in 2025

Explore 20 exciting shopping centers set to open in 2025, offering unique retail experiences globally.

Chris Graciano
January 2, 2025
5 min read

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The retail world is gearing up for a monumental year as new shopping centers launch globally in 2025, blending innovation with consumer convenience. These destinations promise everything from luxury brands and cutting-edge architecture to entertainment hubs and eco-conscious designs. This list highlights the top 20 centers redefining how we shop, dine, and unwind.

1. Galeries Lafayette in Delhi, India

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The iconic French department store Galeries Lafayette will open a new location in Delhi at the DLF Emporio in 2025. This expansion aims to tap into India’s growing luxury market by offering a curated selection of high-end brands and personalized services.

2. Aldi’s Expansion in the UK

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Aldi has announced plans to invest over £600 million into opening new stores across the UK in 2025. This expansion will increase accessibility to affordable groceries and create numerous job opportunities nationwide.

3. SM Group’s New Malls in the Philippines and China

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The SM Group will expand its mall business in 2025 by opening five new malls in the Philippines and China. This development aims to enhance the shopping experience for consumers in these regions by offering a mix of retail, dining, and entertainment options.

4. BP’s Retail Expansion

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BP plans to open around 150 new retail sites globally by the end of 2025 to establish over 600 new stores by 2030. This initiative is expected to enhance the company’s retail presence and provide more convenience to customers worldwide.

5. Upper Coomera Shopping Centre in Gold Coast, Australia

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A new $25 million Woolworths shopping center is being constructed in Upper Coomera, Gold Coast, and is expected to open in 2025. The center will feature a Woolworths Supermarket, BWS, and additional retail spaces to serve the growing local community.

6. Blvd in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA

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Blvd is a three-story shopping center under construction on the Las Vegas Strip. It will feature 400,000 square feet of retail space and be developed by Gindi Capital in partnership with the Cherng Family Trust. The center will host retailers such as Puma, Adidas, H&M, and one of the most prominent In-N-Out Burger locations.

7. Westfield Milano, Milan, Italy

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Westfield Milano is a highly anticipated shopping center near Milan, Italy. Developed by Westfield Corporation, it is expected to house a variety of international retailers, dining options, and entertainment facilities, making it a premier shopping destination in Europe.

8. Belmont Park Village, Elmont, New York, USA

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Belmont Park Village is a new luxury outlet center under development in Elmont, New York. It will feature stores like Gucci, Prada, and Saint Laurent, aiming to attract shoppers seeking high-end brands at discounted prices.

9. Costco, Auckland, New Zealand

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Costco is expanding its presence in the Asia-Pacific region with a new warehouse in Auckland. This will be the first Costco in New Zealand, offering local consumers a wide range of products.

10. Mall of Saudi, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

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The Mall of Saudi is a large-scale retail project in Riyadh that will become one of the largest malls in the Middle East. It will feature numerous international and local brands, an indoor ski slope, and various entertainment options.

11. Lulu Mall, Lucknow, India

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Lulu Group is set to open a new mall in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, expanding its footprint in India. The mall will offer a mix of retail, entertainment, and dining options, catering to the region’s growing consumer base.

12. IKEA, Manila, Philippines

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IKEA is opening its largest store globally in Manila, aiming to tap into the Southeast Asian market. The store will include a vast retail space, a restaurant, and a warehouse, providing a comprehensive shopping experience.

13. Mall of Africa Phase 2, Johannesburg, South Africa

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The Mall of Africa is undergoing an expansion with its Phase 2 development. This addition will introduce new retail spaces, entertainment zones, and dining options, enhancing its status as a premier shopping destination in Africa.

14. Costco, Paris, France

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Costco is continuing its European expansion with a new warehouse in Paris. This store will offer French consumers access to a wide range of products at wholesale prices.

15. Westfield Hamburg-Überseequartier, Hamburg, Germany

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Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield is developing a new shopping center in Hamburg’s HafenCity district. The center will offer a mix of retail, dining, and entertainment options and aim to become a central hub for locals and tourists.

16. The Royal Atlantis Resort & Residences Retail, Dubai, UAE

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The Royal Atlantis in Dubai will include a luxury retail component featuring high-end boutiques and designer stores. This addition aims to cater to the luxury market in the region.

17. Costco, Seoul, South Korea

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Costco plans to open a new warehouse in Seoul, expanding its presence in the Asian market. The store will provide various products to Korean consumers, following the company’s membership-based model.

18. Greenland Centre Sydney Retail Precinct, Sydney, Australia

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The Greenland Centre in Sydney is developing a retail precinct as part of its mixed-use development. The shopping center will offer a range of retail and dining options, enhancing the urban lifestyle for residents and visitors.

19. Mall of the Netherlands, Leidschendam, Netherlands

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The Mall of the Netherlands is expanding significantly to include new retail spaces and entertainment facilities. This development aims to position it as a leading shopping destination in the region.

20. The Avenues Phase 4, Kuwait City, Kuwait

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The Avenues, already one of the largest malls in the Middle East, is expanding with its Phase 4 development. The new phase will include additional retail spaces, dining areas, and entertainment attractions.