Macy is preparing to close 14 department stores across 12 states in early 2026, part of a broader plan to streamline its footprint and pursue what executives have called a “bold new chapter.” The closures will hit California, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Michigan, Hawaii, Maryland, New York, Ohio, Texas, Florida, Illinois and Pennsylvania, affecting both mall anchors and community hubs as the chain reallocates resources toward stronger locations and new formats.
1) California Macy’s Closures
California faces some of the most visible changes in this round, with Macy targeting multiple locations in the state as part of the 14 stores closing in 12 states. Detailed lists of the shutdowns include Grossmont Center at 5500 Grossmont Center Drive in La Mesa and a store on 3400 Naglee Rd in Tracy, both cited among the sites Macy plans to shutter. These California exits underscore how even long-established regional malls are being reevaluated as the retailer trims underperforming properties.
The company’s strategy, described as a “bold new chapter” in reporting on the California announcement, reflects a shift toward a leaner portfolio and more investment in digital and smaller-format concepts. For shoppers in La Mesa and Tracy, the closures mean losing a traditional department store anchor, potentially affecting surrounding retailers that rely on Macy traffic to draw customers into their centers.
2) New Jersey Macy’s Shutdowns
New Jersey will lose two Macy locations in this same wave, making it one of only two states, along with California, to see more than one store close. The New Jersey closing confirms that both affected sites are part of the 14-store group, raising concerns in local communities about job losses and the future of their malls. These stores have long served as regional anchors for apparel, cosmetics and home goods.
For New Jersey shoppers, the shutdowns will likely mean longer drives to remaining Macy locations or a forced shift to online ordering. Local officials and mall operators are watching closely, since replacing a full-line department store tenant can be difficult. The closures also highlight how Macy is prioritizing markets where sales productivity and real estate economics are strongest, even in densely populated states.
3) Massachusetts Macy’s Store Closures
Massachusetts is represented on the closure list through a store serving the Northampton area, identified among the 14 locations that will go dark. Regional coverage of Massachusetts closures notes that this site has been a key draw for shoppers from multiple Pioneer Valley communities, offering one of the few full-scale department store experiences in that part of the state. Its loss will narrow in-person options for everything from formalwear to bedding…