Shamal Unveils The Grand at Nad Al Sheba Gardens

DUBAI, UAE – Shamal Holding has unveiled The Grand as the official name of its new retail and lifestyle destination at Nad Al Sheba Gardens, introducing a fully leased community hub that will open in phases from 19 August 2026.

Developed as part of Shamal's long-term vision for Nad Al Sheba Gardens, The Grand brings together a curated mix of premium retail, dining, wellness, healthcare and everyday services, creating a destination designed around the needs of residents and the wider community.

Opening in Phases from August

Anchored by the first Waitrose and Partners store in Nad Al Sheba, The Grand has been designed as more than a traditional community mall, combining convenience with a lifestyle-focused environment where residents can shop, dine, exercise and connect.

The first phase of openings will begin on 19 August 2026, led by Waitrose and Partners, alongside MMI, Heart Cottage Lane, Maple Bear Nursery, Al Jaber Optical and Fixperts.

From early September, the destination will welcome a broader collection of restaurants, cafés, bakeries, wellness and lifestyle brands, including Tashas, Somewhere, Home Bakery, Kokoro, Blu Pizzeria, Bake My Day, Daima, Staywell Pharmacy and Tips & Toes.

Fitcode and American Hospital will complete The Grand's health and wellness offering in early 2027.

A Lifestyle Destination for the Community

Abdulla Binhabtoor, Chief Executive Officer of Shamal Holding, said:

"The Grand represents the next phase of Shamal’s long-term vision for Nad Al Sheba and for the communities we create. Thoughtful creation has shaped every aspect of the destination, not simply to offer convenience, but to elevate the everyday. More than a community mall, The Grand is a lifestyle destination designed to feel welcoming, connected and effortlessly part of daily life."

The Grand forms an integral part of Shamal's broader vision for Nad Al Sheba Gardens, reflecting the company's approach to placemaking through carefully considered destinations that enrich everyday living while creating long-term value for residents and the wider community.

Further details on additional openings, experiences and community programming at The Grand will be announced in the coming months.