Anaheim, California — Trader Joe’s is preparing for another major expansion, with plans to open 30 new stores across 16 states, giving shoppers in several communities more opportunities to visit the popular grocery chain.
The California-based retailer has listed the planned locations as “coming soon” on its official website. Two of the announced openings are scheduled for October 22 in Anaheim Hills, California, and October 23 in West Jordan, Utah.
However, the company has not released opening dates for most of the remaining locations. Three stores in Bend, Oregon; Boynton Beach, Florida; and Phoenix, Arizona, are reportedly expected to open in 2027.
Where Is Trader Joe’s Opening New Stores?
The expansion covers multiple regions of the United States, including the Midwest, Northeast, South and West.
According to the available store information, Illinois has four upcoming locations, while several other states are expected to receive multiple new stores.
Here is the reported breakdown of the expansion:
- Illinois: Four planned locations in Oswego, Chicago and Joliet.
- California: Three new stores planned.
- Florida: Three new stores planned.
- Texas: Three new stores planned.
- Arizona: Two new stores planned.
- New Jersey: Two new stores planned.
- New York: Two new stores planned.
- Washington: Two new stores planned.
- Colorado: One new store planned.
- Maryland: One new store planned.
- Massachusetts: One new store planned.
- Michigan: One new store planned.
- Nebraska: One new store planned.
- Ohio: One new store planned.
- Oregon: One new store planned.
The provided location information does not identify every city among the planned stores, and the company has not announced opening dates for most of the locations.
Two Trader Joe’s Stores Have October Opening Dates
Shoppers in California and Utah have two specific opening dates to watch.
The Anaheim Hills store in California is scheduled to open on October 22, followed by the West Jordan location in Utah on October 23.
These openings are among the most immediate developments in the chain’s expansion plans.
For shoppers in other communities, the “coming soon” designation signals that a location is planned, but it does not necessarily mean construction is complete or that an opening date is imminent.
Customers should check Trader Joe’s official store directory for the latest information about individual locations before making plans to visit.
Three New Stores Could Open in 2027
Not every planned location is expected to open this year. Three of the upcoming stores in Bend, Oregon; Boynton Beach, Florida; and Phoenix, Arizona, are expected to open in 2027.
The reported timeline indicates that some communities may need to wait several months or longer before their new stores welcome customers.
Opening schedules can change as construction, staffing and other preparations progress. Until Trader Joe’s confirms individual dates, the reported 2027 openings should be treated as expected timelines rather than guaranteed dates.
Why Trader Joe’s Adds Stores Gradually
Trader Joe’s typically adds new locations to its upcoming-store list several months before opening. A company spokesperson told that stores are generally added to the list three to six months before their planned openings.
That approach gives shoppers an early indication of where the retailer intends to expand while leaving room for additional details to emerge closer to opening day.
The chain operates a distinctive grocery format, featuring private-label products, seasonal items, frozen meals, snacks and other specialty foods. Its expansion into additional communities can give local shoppers access to products that previously required a longer drive.
However, the appearance of a city on a planned-location list does not establish an exact opening date. Customers should look for official announcements as the projects move forward.
Trader Joe’s Already Operates About 660 Stores
The planned expansion comes as Trader Joe’s maintains a nationwide network of approximately 660 stores, according to the information provided.
Adding 30 locations would further increase its presence across several states and bring the retailer into additional neighborhoods.
The expansion also creates opportunities for shoppers who have been waiting for a location closer to home. For now, residents of the listed communities will need to watch for updates about construction progress, opening dates and store details.
With two October openings scheduled and other locations still listed as coming soon, the next few months could bring more announcements from the grocery chain.
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