Yas Mall will open its doors on Wednesday, November 19 to coincide with that weekend’s 2014 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
The public will be able to get a first glimpse of one of the largest retail and entertainment venues in the region from 10am when Aldar’s flagship retail development opens for the first time.
The mall is expecting 20 million visitors in its first year, bringing in more than 50,000 people a day, according to Aldar.
“The mall will add significantly to the Yas Island experience, complimenting attractions that include Ferrari World Abu Dhabi and the island’s seven hotels, as well as the Yas Marina Circuit, Yas Links golf course, and Yas Waterworld,” said Mohammed Khalifa Al Mubarak, chief executive of Aldar Properties.
“Starting 19th November, visitors will enjoy an unparalleled shopping experience, with a wide array of brands brought to the capital and to the region for the first time.
“We are immensely proud as a company to bring this world-class retail and entertainment destination to Abu Dhabi.”
The Yas Mall will provide visitors with a wide range of retail, dining and entertainment offerings.
Some of the mall’s highlights will include the largest Debenhams store outside of the UK and Abu Dhabi’s first Hamleys toy store, as well as the first Lego Concept store in the region.
It will also offer more than 60 food and beverage outlets.
As well as 20 20 Vox screens, the mall will also host the emirate’s first 4Dx technology and biggest Vox Max screen including three Gold cinemas.
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