PRIMARK ANNOUNCES OPENING DATES FOR BAHRAIN AND QATAR MARKETS AS REGIONAL
EXPANSION CONTINUES
Primark will officially open in Bahrain on 23 September 2026 with its first
store at City Centre Bahrain
Primark will launch in Qatar on 29 October 2026 at Doha Festival City,
marking the brand’s debut in the market
Kuwait | 2 September 2026 10:00 GST: Primark, the international fashion retailer,
known for its affordable style and everyday essentials has announced the opening dates
of its first stores in Bahrain and Qatar in partnership with Alshaya Group.
Customers in Bahrain will be able to experience Primark for the first time when the store
opens its doors at City Centre Bahrain on 23 September 2026, followed by the opening
of Primark’s first-ever store in Qatar at Doha Festival City on 29 October 2026.
Both openings will bring Primark’s vibrant in-store energy to new customers, combining
trend-led fashion, everyday essentials and unbeatable value. Opening day celebrations
are set to reflect the energy and excitement Primark is known for, with entertainment,
giveaways and activations designed to create a memorable shopping journey for
customers.
The brand will also continue to invest in its existing UAE footprint through the addition of
a second floor within the Mall of the Emirates store, scheduled to open in November
2026.The expanded space will introduce a significantly larger menswear and Primark
Home offering, while increasing capacity across the first floor to provide customers with
a wider selection and greater availability of products across womenswear, kidswear,
accessories and beauty.
Ghansham Pindoria, Vice President of Primark Middle East: “We’re incredibly
excited to introduce the Primark experience to customers in Bahrain and Qatar for the
very first time. These openings are more than just launching new stores; they’re about
creating exciting destinations where customers can discover fashion, beauty and
homeware at exceptional value. We’re grateful to the many customers who have
patiently waited for Primark to arrive – we can’t wait to welcome them to our amazing
stores.”
Looking ahead, Primark’s expansion across the GCC is set to continue into 2027,
including a new location in Kuwait at Aventura Mall and a second store in Qatar at
Villaggio Mall, further strengthening the brand’s presence across existing markets and
bringing Primark to even more communities throughout the region.
