Toys ‘R’ Us to open north Georgia location - WSB-TV
Toys "R" Us is working to open 120 standalone stores across the United States by Thanksgiving 2026, pushing its total physical footprint to 160 locations. The national expansion targets adult collectors and teenagers through sites in Maryland, Mississippi, Ohio, and Virginia, alongside new airport shops in Florida. However, suppliers burned by the company's 2017 bankruptcy remain skittish about partnering with the retailer's new operators. Meanwhile, international operations face distinct challenges as Toys "R" Us Australia enters administration for a second time while seeking buyers amid financial turmoil.
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- ✓ Toys "R" Us is aiming to open 120 new standalone stores across the United States by Thanksgiving 2026.
- ✓ The national expansion increases the company's total physical presence to 160 stores.
- ✓ Toys "R" Us Australia entered administration for a second time while seeking buyers amid financial turmoil.
What changed
Suppliers remain skittish about doing business with the retailer's new operators as the company scrambles to open 120 new stores by Thanksgiving.
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Toys R Us Pursues 120-Store Holiday Rollout Amid Skittish Suppliers
Toys "R" Us is working to open 120 standalone stores across the United States by Thanksgiving 2026, pushing its total physical footprint to 160 locations. The national expansion targets adult collectors and teenagers through sites in Maryland, Mississippi, Ohio, and Virginia, alongside new airport shops in Florida. However, suppliers burned by the company's 2017 bankruptcy remain skittish about partnering with the retailer's new operators. Meanwhile, international operations face distinct challenges as Toys "R" Us Australia enters administration for a second time while seeking buyers amid financial turmoil.
Why it matters
The aggressive holiday retail push represents a major physical comeback effort for a brand that suffered a devastating bankruptcy in 2017. As the retailer tries to rebuild trust and expand beyond traditional malls into travel hubs like Orlando International Airport, toymaker vendors are watching closely. The hesitation from suppliers highlights the lingering skepticism surrounding the company's financial stability following past disruptions.
What is confirmed
- Toys "R" Us is aiming to open 120 new standalone stores across the United States by Thanksgiving 2026.
- The national expansion increases the company's total physical presence to 160 stores.
- Toys "R" Us Australia entered administration for a second time while seeking buyers amid financial turmoil.
Still unconfirmed
- Suppliers burned by the 2017 bankruptcy remain hesitant to work with the retailer's new operators.
What to watch next
- Whether Toys "R" Us successfully opens all 120 planned standalone stores by Thanksgiving
- The willingness of skittish suppliers to fulfill inventory orders for the expanded retail footprint
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Toys "R" Us expands US footprint with 120 new standalone stores
Toys "R" Us is opening 120 standalone stores across the United States for the 2026 holiday season. This expansion increases the company's total US physical presence to 160 stores. The brand is targeting adult collectors and teenagers with these new locations, which include sites at the Leesburg Premium Outlets, Clarksburg Premium Outlets in Maryland, and The Outlets of Mississippi. A 6,500-square-foot location has already opened in Northeast Ohio.
Why it matters
The company is executing a national retail comeback by placing stores in retail centers and outlet malls. This strategy shifts the brand's focus toward specific demographics rather than general toy shoppers.
What is confirmed
- Toys "R" Us is opening 120 standalone stores across the United States for the 2026 holiday season.
- The expansion brings the total US standalone presence to 160 stores.
Still unconfirmed
- A new 6,500-square-foot Toys R Us is open in Northeast Ohio.
What to watch next
- Confirmation of the specific north Georgia location mentioned in the feed topic
- Opening date for the Leesburg Premium Outlets store
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Toys R Us Expands Footprint With New Outlet Locations
Toys R Us is continuing its national retail comeback by opening new stores in outlet malls and retail centers. A new location in Leesburg is scheduled to open this week at the Leesburg Premium Outlets center. This expansion follows previous storefront openings at the Clarksburg Premium Outlets in Maryland and The Outlets of Mississippi. The brand plans to scale its physical presence by launching 120 new standalone stores across the United States for the 2026 holiday season. These new shops target teenagers and adult collectors, bringing the total United States standalone presence to 160 stores.
Why it matters
The toy retailer is rebuilding its brick-and-mortar footprint after previously exiting the market. The current strategy relies on smaller outlet mall formats rather than large-box stores.
What is confirmed
- Toys R Us is opening a new store at the Leesburg Premium Outlets center in Leesburg this week.
- The retailer previously opened new storefronts at Clarksburg Premium Outlets in Maryland and The Outlets of Mississippi.
- Toys R Us is scaling its physical presence by opening 120 new standalone stores across the United States for the 2026 holiday season.
What to watch next
- Confirmation of the exact opening date for the Leesburg location
- Announcements regarding additional outlet mall store openings
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Toys R Us Expands Retail Footprint to Maryland and Mississippi
Toys R Us has opened new storefronts at Clarksburg Premium Outlets in Maryland and The Outlets of Mississippi in Mississippi, expanding its physical retail footprint. These new locations follow a temporary store opening at the North Georgia Premium Outlets in Dawsonville, Georgia. The retailer is scaling its physical presence by opening 120 new standalone stores across the United States for the 2026 holiday season, targeting adult collectors and teenagers. This rollout brings the total standalone United States presence for the brand to 160 stores.
Why it matters
The expansion marks a significant physical return for the brand to regions that previously lost traditional store access. By targeting outlets in Maryland and Mississippi alongside North Georgia, the company positions itself to capture holiday shoppers and older demographics. The broad national strategy relies heavily on outlet malls to establish dozens of standalone footprints ahead of the holiday shopping rush.
What is confirmed
- Toys R Us has opened a new store at Clarksburg Premium Outlets in Montgomery County, Maryland.
- Toys R Us has reopened at The Outlets of Mississippi, marking a return to the state after a long absence.
- Toys R Us previously opened a temporary store at the North Georgia Premium Outlets in Dawsonville, Georgia.
- The retailer plans to open 120 new standalone stores across the US for the 2026 holiday season, targeting adult collectors and teens.
- The holiday expansion brings the total standalone US presence for Toys R Us to 160 stores.
What to watch next
- Announcements regarding the remaining standalone store openings across the United States for the 2026 holiday season.
- Sales performance metrics and foot traffic data from the newly opened Maryland, Mississippi, and north Georgia locations.
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Toys 'R' Us opens temporary store at North Georgia Premium Outlets
Toys 'R' Us has opened a temporary store at the North Georgia Premium Outlets in Dawsonville, Georgia. The retailer is expanding its presence with 120 new standalone stores across the US for the 2026 holiday season, targeting adult collectors and teens. This expansion brings their total standalone US presence to 160 stores.
Why it matters
Toys 'R' Us had previously closed its remaining 200 stores in the US in 2018 after filing for bankruptcy protection in 2017. The company has since been operating retail sections within Macy's stores while pursuing a larger physical footprint through a partnership with Go! Retail Group.
What is confirmed
- Toys 'R' Us is opening 120 new standalone stores across the United States for the 2026 holiday season.
- The company's total standalone US presence will be 160 stores.
- Toys 'R' Us filed for bankruptcy protection in the US and Canada in September 2017.
- Toys 'R' Us closed its remaining 200 stores in the US in June 2018.
- A temporary Toys 'R' Us store is now open at the North Georgia Premium Outlets in Dawsonville.
What to watch next
- Further Toys 'R' Us store openings
- Sales performance at new locations
- Additional partnerships or expansions
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Toys "R" Us expands standalone U.S. footprint to 160 locations
Toys "R" Us is opening 120 new standalone stores across the United States for the 2026 holiday season. This expansion, managed through a partnership with Go! Retail Group, brings the company's total standalone U.S. presence to 160 stores. The retailer is targeting adult collectors and teens to drive sales. Recent openings include a location at South Shore Plaza in Braintree, Massachusetts. The company continues to operate retail sections within Macy's stores while pursuing this larger physical footprint.
Why it matters
The retailer is returning to standalone operations nearly a decade after bankruptcy. This strategy shifts focus toward adult toy collectors and nostalgia to compete with big-box retailers. The company aims to diversify store offerings with cafes and candy shops.
What is confirmed
- Toys "R" Us is opening 120 new standalone stores across the U.S. for the holiday season.
- The expansion brings the total U.S. standalone footprint to 160 stores.
- The company is partnering with Go! Retail Group for this expansion.
- A new standalone store has opened at South Shore Plaza in Braintree, Massachusetts.
- The retailer is targeting adult collectors to fuel sales growth.
Still unconfirmed
- The retailer plans to add cafes and candy shops to attract shoppers.
What to watch next
- Announcement of specific store locations in North Georgia
- Quarterly sales data following the 2026 holiday season
- Updates on the number of active Macy's store-in-store partnerships
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Toys R Us Plans 120 New U.S. Stores for Holiday Season
Toys R Us is staging a major retail comeback by opening 120 new standalone stores across the United States in time for the 2026 holiday season. This expansion relies on a partnership with Go! Retail Group and brings the total standalone U.S. footprint to 160 locations. The retailer plans to court adult collectors and leverage nostalgia, adding cafes and candy shops to attract shoppers beyond the holidays. The brand also maintains existing retail sections inside Macy's stores.
Why it matters
This physical expansion marks a major return to brick-and-mortar retail nearly a decade after the company's bankruptcy and mass store closures. The brand is shifting its strategy by opening smaller locations compared to its historic big-box predecessors. These new properties feature updated formats, including travel-retail locations and food offerings.
What is confirmed
- Toys R Us is opening 120 new standalone stores across the United States in time for the 2026 holiday season.
- The brand is partnering with Go! Retail Group for the U.S. rollout.
- The expansion will bring the total standalone U.S. footprint to 160 locations.
- The retailer is courting adult collectors and betting nostalgia will bring shoppers back beyond the holidays.
Still unconfirmed
- One of the new standalone stores will be situated in north Georgia.
What to watch next
- Confirmation of exact addresses and opening dates for the 120 new standalone stores.
- Performance metrics of the new in-store formats including cafes and candy shops.
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Toys "R" Us to Open 120 New Standalone US Stores This Holiday Season
Toys "R" Us is launching a major U.S. expansion by opening 120 new standalone stores in time for the upcoming holiday season. The company is diversifying its retail presence by adding cafes and candy shops to its locations. This growth is driven in part by increased toy sales from adult collectors. One of the new locations will be situated in north Georgia.
Why it matters
The brand previously closed all United States stores in 2018 after filing for bankruptcy in 2017. This expansion represents a return to standalone retail after years of absence from the U.S. market.
What is confirmed
- Toys "R" Us is opening 120 new standalone stores across the U.S. this holiday season.
- The company closed all U.S. stores in 2018 following a 2017 bankruptcy.
- Adult collectors are fueling toy sales.
Still unconfirmed
- Toys "R" Us will open a location in north Georgia.
- The comeback includes the addition of cafes and candy shops.
What to watch next
- Announcement of specific city and site locations for the 120 stores
- Official opening dates for the holiday season rollout
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