IKEA Plans First Alabama Store Opening Huntsville 2026

IKEA has announced it will open its first full-size store in Alabama, located in Huntsville at the University Place Shopping Center, with a planned opening in early 2026. The 46,000-square-foot store will showcase over 5,000 products with 2,000 available for same-day purchase, and larger items can be ordered online with options for in-store pickup or home delivery. The store will feature fully furnished room displays tailored to the local market, a central planning area for personalized design consultations, and a Swedish food section offering classic IKEA items like meatballs and cinnamon buns. Additionally, an "As-is" department will sell gently used and discontinued items at discounted prices, aligning with IKEA's sustainability goals. The location is strategically situated near major retail hubs and accessible via Interstate 565, aiming to serve the growing Huntsville community and broader Alabama market. IKEA leadership expressed enthusiasm about expanding their presence in the South and making affordable home furnishings more accessible to customers in the region.