Developers are gearing up to open Houston’s next big commercial destination. Projected to open in late 2026, the San Jacinto Marketplace is a 500,000-square-foot development will comprise of a sprawling open-air market with high-profile retailers, a central green space, and more.
After nearly a decade of negotiations, land acquisitions, and pandemic-sized hurdles, the 105-acre site is buzzing with activity. The former San Jacinto Mall will transform into a sprawling lifestyle hub.
Out With The Old, In With The Open-Air
Developed by Fidelis, the 500,000-square-foot project will be 60% retail. Confirmed retailers for the San Jacinto Marketplace include the following:
- Sam’s Club
- Dick’s Sporting Goods
- Barnes & Noble
- HomeGoods
- Haverty’s Furniture
- EoS Fitness
- Five Below
- Ross Dress for Less
- Burlington
- Bath & Body Works
Furthermore, the Baytown-area marketplace will house a range of dining destinations. Confirmed food and drink establishments include:
- Portillo’s
- Plucker’s Wing Bar
- Bubba’s 33
- Texas Roadhouse
- Einstein Bros. Bagels
Officials plan to announce other tenants closer to the venue’s grand opening date. “Many of the stores plan to be open by this Christmas,” said City of Baytown spokesman, Jason Calder. “It’s time to get excited, Baytown, because the Marketplace is happening.”
One of the more notable additions to the San Jacinto Marketplace is a massive central green space. Dubbed “Pelican Green”, the space will be designed for outdoor concerts, movie nights, and other community events.
Additionally, developers aim to create a “live-work-play” district for grabbing coffee, heading to the office, and meeting friends for happy hour on the property.
When Can We Visit?
While the final form of the San Jacinto Marketplace in Houston won’t come to fruition for years, the finish line for Phase 1 is in sight. Construction crews have already transitioned to the “vertical phase,” meaning the steel frames for the new shops and restaurants are presently rising. Major retail and dining openings are slated for late 2026.
