BENTONVILLE, Ark. 鈥� Walmart is doubling down on store investments to modernize the in-store shopping experience and accelerate growth.
In 2026, Walmart is remodeling over 650 stores across the U.S., focusing on modernizing layouts, expanding digital pickup/delivery, and updating pharmacies. These renovations feature new, brighter, and more inviting spaces with increased technology for better navigation. Key states impacted include Texas, Florida, California, and North Carolina, along with 24 locations in .
This year鈥檚 investment includes:
鈥� More than 650 scheduled remodels to Supercenters and Neighborhood Markets
鈥� Approximately 20 new store grand openings scheduled for 2026 and early 2027
The retailer has already opened several new stores this year, including:
鈥� Walmart Supercenters in Eastvale, Cali. and Apollo Beach, Jacksonville and The Villages, Fla.
鈥� A Walmart Neighborhood Market in Ocala, Fla.
The company said that more are planned for later this year, including an expansion of the Supercenter in Tucson, Arizona, and the opening of a new Supercenter in Celina, Texas.
In 2025, the retailer opened nine new stores across Alabama, California, Florida, New Jersey, Texas, and Utah.
"New stores and remodels deliver meaningful impact from construction jobs during development to long-term roles in retail, pharmacy, and store leadership," the company wrote on their website.
Across updated stores, customers will notice:
鈥� Wider aisles and updated layouts
鈥� Eye-catching displays and expanded assortments
鈥� Expanded pickup and delivery services, including express delivery options
鈥� Updated Vision Centers and Pharmacies with private consultation rooms
鈥� New digital touchpoints helping bring our online assortment into the shopping experience
鈥� Refreshed interiors and exteriors with modern signage, improved parking and landscaping
Many Neighborhood Markets are receiving expanded deli and hot bar selections, improved lighting and fixtures, pharmacy delivery options, and upgraded areas for fulfilling online grocery orders. Select Neighborhood Markets are undergoing a program designed to deliver quicker results with minimal customer disruption.
The Walmart App and Fast Delivery
Through the Walmart app, the retailer is bringing together in-store and online shopping into one seamless, unified experience 鈥� making it easier for customers to shop however they choose.
- Faster Store Navigation: Find items quickly with aisle locations and store maps designed to make in-store navigation simple and efficient
- Built-In Savings Tools: Scan items to check prices and easily view in-store rollbacks and offers
- Seamless Checkout: Pay quickly with Walmart Pay, or use Scan & Go for an even faster in-store experience (Scan & Go available for Walmart+ members)
- Flexible Online Shopping: Choose pickup or delivery to your door鈥攚ith options available in as little as one hour
- Everyday Services in One Place: Reorder essentials, refill prescriptions, and schedule appointments for pharmacy, auto care, or wireless services directly in the app
The company said it reached 95% of U.S. households with delivery in three hours or less. That鈥檚 the advantage of having stores near customers, powered by technology and supported by associates who make it happen every day. This blend of physical stores and digital tools powers the Walmart experience, giving customers greater flexibility, speed and choice in how, when and where they shop.
Stronger Communities and More Opportunities
The company is also investing not just in buildings, but in people and in the places they call home. From community grants to supplier partnerships, these investments help support local economies in meaningful ways.
"We continue to deliver on the commitment we made two years ago because we know our stores matter-to customers, to communities, and to the future of retail. Our network of stores is one of our greatest strengths, and we are leveraging it to bring customers the speed, value, and service they expect," the retailer said.
