IKEA Cebu Opens December 16, 2026 – Location and Store Guide

IKEA, the global home furnishing brand, is coming to Cebu. IKEA Mandaue City is scheduled to open on December 16, 2026 in Mandaue City, Cebu.

It will be the first IKEA store in the Visayas and the first physical IKEA store in the Philippines outside Metro Manila. For residents and long-stay visitors in Cebu and Mactan who have relied on online orders or trips to Manila, this is welcome news.

Where Is IKEA Cebu Located?

IKEA Cebu will open inside Ayala Malls Gatewalk, part of the Gatewalk Central mixed-use estate in Subangdaku, Mandaue City. The estate is accessible via three main roads: Lopez Jaena Street, M. Logarta Street and Ouano Avenue.

Mandaue sits between Cebu City and Mactan Island and is known as the furniture capital of the Philippines, with a long history of furniture manufacturing.

Around 8,500 Products and 41 Room Displays

The Cebu store covers about 4,000 square meters and uses IKEA’s new compact store format. It is smaller than the large store in Manila, but in-store ordering gives access to around 8,500 products, with about 2,500 available to buy and take home right away.

The store will also feature 41 room displays, where furniture, lighting, storage and accessories are arranged like real homes, offering ideas for living rooms, bedrooms and small spaces.

Planning services will be available for:

• Kitchens
• Wardrobes and storage
• Bedrooms and living rooms
• Business spaces

Products from the Swedish Food Market will also be sold, so the store will appeal to fans of IKEA food as well as furniture shoppers.

Ayala Malls Gatewalk: IKEA’s New Home

Ayala Malls Gatewalk is a new four-level, fully air-conditioned mall of about 56,000 square meters developed by Ayala Land, set to open on December 16, 2026 together with IKEA. It is connected to an office tower and a public transport hub, making it a space for work and daily life as well as shopping.

Key facilities include:

• Shopwise supermarket
• Two cinemas
• A variety of restaurants and food outlets
• Central open-air plaza
• ARTrium, a digital art exhibition space

Why Did IKEA Choose Cebu?

First, demand is strong. IKEA Philippines said its online store data shows Cebu and Mandaue as its biggest market outside Metro Manila, and local customers have long asked for a Cebu store.

Second, Mandaue is the country’s leading furniture hub, home to manufacturers, craftsmen and exporters. IKEA cited the city’s reputation as the home furnishing capital as a key reason for its choice.

Third, Cebu has strong growth potential. As the economic center of the Visayas, with growing residential, commercial and tourism sectors, it is a natural next step for IKEA outside Manila.

Tips for Visitors Staying in Cebu and Mactan

For those renting condos or houses in Cebu City or Mactan, IKEA offers a new option for furniture and household goods. With restaurants and cinemas in the mall, you can combine shopping, dining and leisure in one trip.

If you are coming from Mactan, travel time can vary greatly depending on bridge traffic, so check your route before you go.

IKEA Cebu at a Glance

Item	Details
Store name	IKEA Mandaue City
Opening date	December 16, 2026
Location	Ayala Malls Gatewalk, Gatewalk Central, Subangdaku, Mandaue City, Cebu
Store size	About 4,000 sqm
Products	About 8,500 (about 2,500 to take home)
Room displays	41
Expected jobs	About 100

Final Thoughts

Many travelers spend a day or half a day visiting shopping malls in Cebu City during their trip. The new IKEA and Ayala Malls Gatewalk look set to become a new option on that list.

※ This article is based on announcements by IKEA and Ayala Land and local news reports released in June 2026. Opening dates and store details may change, so please check the official websites before visiting.