Aldi to Open 180+ New Stores in 2026

Aldi plans to open over 180 new stores in 2026, with several locations set to open in time for the holidays. The discount supermarket chain aims to have 3,200 stores in the US by 2028, expanding its current presence of over 2,700 stores across the country as of October 2026.

The new stores are set to open in multiple locations, including Daphne, Alabama; Prescott Valley, Arizona; Metairie, Louisiana; Lansing, Michigan; and Glen Allen, Virginia. Sneak peeks are scheduled for new stores in Mesa, Arizona, and Poughkeepsie, New York, on October 21, with grand opening events on October 22.

New stores are also set to open in North Little Rock, Arkansas, and Bristol, Connecticut, with sneak peeks on October 28 and grand opening events on October 29. Additionally, Aldi plans to bring 50 stores to Colorado over the next few years, expanding its presence in the state.

Currently, Florida has the most Aldi stores with 346 locations, followed by Illinois with 217 stores and Pennsylvania with 174 stores. However, ten states do not have an Aldi store, including Alaska, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming.

## Why it matters Aldi's expansion plans are significant, as they aim to make shopping more accessible to customers across the US. The company's goal of having 3,200 stores by 2028 demonstrates its commitment to growing its presence in the country. With the holiday season approaching, the new store openings are expected to provide customers with more options for grocery shopping.

## What happens next As Aldi continues to expand its presence in the US, customers can expect to see more store openings in the coming months. With sneak peeks and grand opening events scheduled for several locations, customers can get a first look at the new stores and experience Aldi's unique shopping experience.