BJ’s Wholesale Club has announced the locations of five new clubs set to open this year in Florida, Indiana and Kentucky – part of a push to add 12 stores nationwide in 2026.
The stores will be located in:
- Lecanto, Florida;
- Ocala, Florida;
- Port St. Lucie, Florida;
- Portage, Indiana; and
- Frankfort, Kentucky
The expansion strengthens BJ’s presence in Florida to 46 clubs and grows its footprint in the recently launched Kentucky and Indiana markets. The company also is opening four locations in the Dallas‑Fort Worth area.
“We are committed to growing our footprint in both new and existing markets to bring the value of a BJ’s Wholesale Club to even more members,” said Bill Werner, EVP of strategy and development, BJ’s Wholesale Club.
“Coming off the strong results of our 2025 openings, the team is excited to execute on our 2026 class, deliver value and take care of the families who depend on us in these communities.”
The openings are part of BJ’s strategy to open 25-30 new clubs every two years. The company plans to maintain a similar pace through 2027-28, according to its recent earnings call.
BJ’s positions itself as a grocery‑focused warehouse club, with food and consumables accounting for 71 percent of sales.
Members can save up to 25 percent off grocery store prices. The retailer offers fresh produce, a full‑service deli, fresh bakery items, household essentials, pet supplies and apparel.
Based in Marlborough, Massachusetts, BJ’s Wholesale Club operates more than 260 stores and 200‑plus gas locations in 22 states.
Is it possible to upgrade and expand some smaller stores.
I know that the Torrington CT.
Doesn’t have a lot of products
That my girlfriend’s BJ’s does.
I can’t drive that far to hers and too far for delivery.