Azad Properties has announced the December 2025 grand opening of Souq7, a groundbreaking retail destination that merges the atmosphere and authenticity of traditional Saudi Arabian markets with the infrastructure and systems of contemporary retail.
Strong early response during the soft opening phase, including 32 per cent year-on-year footfall growth and over 100,000 engagements during its September 2025 activation, signals its powerful resonance with visitors and a robust market demand ahead of the full launch.
Spanning 728,000sq m with more than 4,000 stores across seven specialised zones, Souq7 is a modern evolution of the traditional Souq, preserving the authenticity of storytelling, craftsmanship and community essence of historic markets while delivering modern amenities, digital systems and operational efficiency and design excellence that contemporary consumers expect.
Developed in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030, Souq7 serves as a catalyst for economic diversification, supporting over 3,500 business partners and generating 24,000 jobs. The destination’s seven market-style zones, including Foodstuff, Fashion, Home, Electronics, Automotive, Building Materials and Wellness & Entertainment, each has its own distinct identity and expertise.
“Souq7 is a statement about the future of Saudi retail,” said Ayman Al Burti, Chief Executive Officer of Azad Properties. “We set out to prove that heritage and innovation are powerful allies. The strong response during our soft opening reflects the confidence of today’s Saudi market and the growing global interest in destinations that connect authenticity with discovery.”
The grand opening in December 2025 will mark the full activation of all seven zones. The celebration will feature cultural performances, interactive experiences and a new retail unveiling designed to position Souq7 as one of the most distinctive shopping and cultural landmarks in the region.
