Shenzhen Futian KK ONE Walmart Opens October 11, 2026: No Membership Card Needed + 4 Opening Offers

A New Supermarket Opens in Futian, Shenzhen | KK ONE's All-New Walmart Opens on October 11

For travellers heading to Shenzhen to stock up, besides membership warehouse stores like Sam's Club and Costco that charge an annual fee, there's also the option of regular large supermarkets that don't require a membership card. The latest news: the all-new generation Walmart store at the KK ONE mall in Futian District, Shenzhen, will officially open on October 11, 2026. This is Guangdong Province's first "all-new generation" mid-sized store, covering about 3,000 square metres and offering over 10,000 products, with a focus on being easy to browse and having novel packaging; the biggest selling point is that you can walk in and shop without a membership card, which is especially convenient for visitors who just want a quick weekend trip and don't want to be tied down by an annual fee.

Location and Transport: KK ONE Basement Level 1, Futian, Direct Access from Xiasha Station

The new store is located on basement level 1 (B1) of the South Zone of KK ONE mall in Futian District, Shenzhen. KK ONE is a large mall within the Kingkey Binhe Times Plaza, built along Binhe Avenue, with restaurants, supermarkets and a cinema all under one roof — after shopping you can grab a meal or catch a film.

Metro: Take Shenzhen Metro Line 9 to Xiasha Station, which exits directly into KK ONE; head down to B1 and you're at Walmart, all indoors with no sun or rain to worry about. Opening hours: the mall is generally open 10:00 to 22:00; the supermarket's actual hours are subject to the store's announcement.

How to Get There from Three Checkpoints (Luohu / Futian / Shenzhen Bay)

• Futian Checkpoint: After crossing at Lok Ma Chau, take Shenzhen Metro Line 4, transfer at Convention & Exhibition Center Station to Line 1, then transfer to Line 9 to Xiasha Station; or call a car from Futian Checkpoint, about 15 to 20 minutes.
• Luohu Checkpoint: From Luohu Station take Line 1 to Convention & Exhibition Center Station, transfer to Line 9 to Xiasha Station, about 30 minutes in total.
• Shenzhen Bay Checkpoint: From Shenzhen Bay Checkpoint Station take Line 13, then transfer to Line 9 to Xiasha Station.

No Membership Card vs Sam's and Costco: Which Supermarket Suits You?

Simply put: if you only head to Shenzhen occasionally for household goods, snacks and drinks, the no-membership Walmart is better value than Sam's or Costco, because you don't have to pay an annual fee just to get in.

4 Big Opening Offers (Limited Quantities, First Come First Served)

1. Free coconut water: From October 11 to 15, show a valid same-day receipt from a participating merchant inside KK ONE mall to redeem a free 420ml bottle of coconut water at Walmart; limited to 6,000 bottles per day, 30,000 in total.
2. New users' scratch card — 100% win rate: From October 11 to 17, users who newly download and register for the Walmart mobile app for the first time and have never completed a physical-goods order payment in the app can scan a designated QR code to receive a scratch card with a guaranteed prize.
3. Free coffee: From October 9 to 16, post content about the KK ONE new store opening and the Walmart coffee truck on social media (with the designated hashtag) to receive a free cup of coffee; limited to 500 cups per day.
4. Spend enough, get a canvas tote: From October 11 to 17, spend ¥128 or more in-store and receive a limited-edition themed canvas tote bag, limited to 15,000 pieces.

The above offers are subject to the latest official announcements from KK ONE and Walmart; some require a same-day receipt or the designated hashtag, so it's worth checking official channels before you set off to avoid a wasted trip.

What Other Supermarkets in Shenzhen Are Worth Visiting

• Sam's Club: Futian, Longhua, Bao'an stores and more; worth it only if you buy in bulk.
• Costco: Longhua District, membership system, best value for imported goods and bulky home items.
• Freshippo: Several stores in Futian and Nanshan, seafood picked and cooked on the spot, delivery available too.
• Walmart: Besides KK ONE, there are other stores in Nanshan and Futian.

Why Travellers Love Supermarket Shopping in Shenzhen

In recent years, spending in Shenzhen has grown beyond meals, massages and entertainment — supermarket hauls are a major expense too. The reason is simple: drinks, snacks, household goods and home items in Shenzhen supermarkets are generally 20–30% cheaper than in Hong Kong, and the price gap is even more obvious for large-pack sizes of the same brand; add to that the bigger store sizes and wider product ranges, and buying a whole month's household supplies in one go is not unusual. For families, regular no-membership supermarkets have the lowest barrier to entry — no annual fee just to get in — making them the most practical choice.

What to Watch Out for When Bringing Goods Through Customs (So You Don't Buy in Vain)

• Raw meat, poultry, eggs and some dairy products are generally controlled and cannot be brought into Hong Kong freely; check Hong Kong Customs' latest rules before you set off.
• Small amounts of fruit and vegetables for personal use are usually fine, but larger quantities may count as commercial use.
• Tobacco and alcohol have duty-free limits; anything over must be declared.
• Bulky electrical appliances and liquids (such as large bottles of drinks or cleaning agents) may be restricted at customs; think about how you'll carry them back to Hong Kong before buying.

Practical Tips for Supermarket Runs in Shenzhen

• Payment: most supermarkets accept WeChat Pay, Alipay and UnionPay QuickPass, and cash too; WeChat Pay HK or AlipayHK linked to a Hong Kong card works just as well.
• Fresh produce, frozen meat and fruit are restricted when bringing them back to Hong Kong; check customs rules before crossing so you don't buy something you can't take home.
• For bulky items, you can ask the supermarket to arrange delivery to a consolidation point near the checkpoint, or call a car yourself.
• The first few days after opening will be crowded; go on a weekday morning to avoid the crowds.

Suggested Half-Day Itinerary

Cross at Futian Checkpoint, take the metro to Xiasha Station for KK ONE, shop for household goods and snacks at Walmart first, then have lunch in the mall, and afterwards visit nearby malls or take the metro to the shopping park around Convention & Exhibition Center. An easy half-day round trip.

FAQ

When does the Walmart at KK ONE in Futian, Shenzhen open?

According to reports from late September 2026, the new store will officially open on October 11, 2026, located on basement level 1 of the South Zone of KK ONE mall in Futian District.

Do I need a membership card for this Walmart?

No. This is a regular large supermarket; you can walk in and shop without registering as a member, unlike the membership systems at Sam's and Costco.

Which is the closest route from Sheung Shui / Luohu?

Crossing at Futian Checkpoint is fastest: Metro Line 4, transfer to Line 1, then transfer to Line 9 to Xiasha Station; from Luohu Checkpoint, take Line 1 and transfer to Line 9.

How do I get the opening offers?

Coconut water requires a same-day receipt from a KK ONE participating merchant, the scratch card requires a new Walmart app registration, the coffee requires posting with the designated hashtag, and the canvas tote requires spending ¥128 or more — all are limited and first come, first served.

How to Choose a Shenzhen Supermarket? Four Main Types Compared

Walmart, Sam's, Costco and Freshippo each serve different shoppers; figure out what you're buying and you won't waste a trip:

• Walmart (KK ONE store): In Xiasha, Futian District, address is B124, Basement Level 1, South Zone, KK ONE mall, directly accessible from Exit B of Xiasha Station on Metro Line 9; no membership card, over 10,000 products, about 3,000 square metres, small purchases fine.
• Sam's Club: Membership system, annual fee about ¥260, lots of bulk packaging and own-brand Member's Mark items, good for families stocking up; Shenzhen stores include Longhua, Longgang, Bao'an and Qianhai — if you're not a member yet you can borrow a friend's card to try it out.
• Costco: Membership system, cheap imported and bulky goods, plenty of free samples; the Longhua store in Shenzhen is the most convenient (around Shangtang Station on Metro Line 4, then transfer).
• Freshippo: No membership, seafood picked and cooked on the spot, many stores, app orders can be delivered nearby within 30 minutes; branches in malls such as MixC, COCO Park and Coastal City.

Add-on sightseeing: KK ONE is a large mall within Kingkey Binhe Times Plaza, built along Binhe Avenue, with restaurants, a cinema and a supermarket all under one roof — after shopping you can eat and watch a film right there; the mall's underground car park usually offers free parking hours with spending (subject to the mall's announcement that day).

A reminder: the first few days after opening (October 11–17) have the most offers and the biggest crowds; go early if you want to collect the coconut water, canvas tote and scratch card; all free gifts are limited and first come, first served, with no guarantee of stock. Before bringing goods back to Hong Kong, remember to check which items are controlled (fresh meat, eggs, animal and plant products); for the return trip from the three checkpoints — from Xiasha Station take Line 9 and transfer to Line 1 for Luohu, transfer to Line 4 for Futian, transfer to Line 13 for Shenzhen Bay — it's all indoors with no sun or rain to worry about.

Sources: U Travel report dated 2026-09-29, official announcements from KK ONE and Walmart; offer details subject to the latest official announcements.