Haydon is excited to announce the groundbreaking on Verrado Marketplace, a dynamic new retail, dining, and entertainment center designed to serve the growing community of Buckeye, Arizona. Working with Vestar, a leading shopping center owner, and DMB Associates, a prominent development company, Haydon is the general contractor overseeing the construction of this dynamic open-air destination, set to open in late 2026.

The project marks a significant step for the city of Buckeye as national retail giants, including Target, Harkins, Safeway, Marshalls, Ross and HomeGoods, commit to bringing their stores to Verrado Marketplace. Anchored by these prominent retailers, the development will feature a 147,000-square-foot Target and the debut of Harkins’ newest “BackLot” concept in Arizona, a 75,000-square-foot entertainment space with a luxury movie theater, restaurant, bar, sports-viewing arena, arcade, bowling alley and private event spaces.

“As we begin construction on Verrado Marketplace, our focus is on creating a space that fosters community connection and economic growth,” said Matt Carpenter, Haydon’s Chief Operating Officer and Partner. “This project represents a collaborative effort to build a lasting, vibrant gathering place that will elevate the Buckeye community for years to co

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The 500,000-square-foot $275 million development, strategically located with visibility from Interstate 10, will bring not only shopping and entertainment but also an array of dining options, neighborhood services, and lifestyle amenities. Inspired by other successful Vestar projects like Desert Ridge Marketplace and Tempe Marketplace, Verrado will feature spaces for socializing, including a central lawn and a state-of-the-art performance stage known as “The District,” perfect for concerts, community events and family gatherings.

Haydon is also proud to integrate sustainable building practices at Verrado Marketplace, supporting Vestar’s GreenSTAR program with energy-efficient materials, solar power, water harvesting systems, LED lighting, EV charging stations and more. These initiatives will contribute to a healthier environment and long-term operational efficiency.

When completed, Verrado Marketplace will not only be a premier shopping and entertainment destination but also a significant economic driver for the area. It is projected to generate nearly 1,500 permanent jobs and deliver over $50 million in tax revenue to the City of Buckeye over the next decade.

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Haydon is honored to contribute to Buckeye’s growth with this transformative project, which reflects our commitment to enhancing Arizona’s communities through quality construction and collaborative partnerships.

About Haydon

Haydon is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona and established in 1991 on a foundation of grit and long-lasting relationships. The company serves a wide scale of markets with its all-in-one construction solutions including: Building (Commercial), Heavy Civil, Preconstruction, Landscape and Building Information Modeling. Haydon’s unique full-service structure for all major scopes of work enables clients to receive detailed expertise during preconstruction, minimized schedule risk during construction and the best overall value on projects. Haydon offers a full suite of premier modern construction solutions. This includes Earthscapes, a full-service landscaping division, H3D Solutions, a modeling and design subsidiary and Omni Electric, an electrical and communication infrastructure construction services company. Whether it’s the roads we drive on or the buildings we work, shop, learn, play and receive care in, Haydon is the one contractor that serves the entire spectrum of the construction industry – and it does so with heart. The company employs quality, passionate people, innovative technology, an open mind and a can-do attitude to construct projects that serve our entire community. For more information, please visit haydon.com.

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