1. Macy’s (Glen Burnie)
As part of its “Bold New Chapter” strategy—a plan to shutter 150 underperforming stores by the end of 2026—Macy’s is officially exiting Marley Station Mall in Glen Burnie.
The closure is a major blow to the mall, which has already lost other key anchors in recent years. Clearance sales have been ongoing throughout the spring, and the store is expected to finalize its move-out by mid-May 2026. For local shoppers, this marks the end of a long-standing retail tradition at Marley Station, as the brand consolidates its Maryland presence into higher-performing locations like Annapolis and Columbia.
2. Saks Off 5th (Arundel Mills & Clarksburg)
The luxury discount sector is shrinking rapidly following Saks Global’s bankruptcy. This May, Maryland will lose its primary Saks Off 5th outlets as the company shuts down most of its off-price division to protect the prestige of its flagship Saks Fifth Avenue brand.
The locations at Arundel Mills and Clarksburg Premium Outlets are both slated to complete their liquidation by early May 2026. These closures leave a significant void for bargain hunters who frequented these malls for designer labels at accessible prices.
3. Eddie Bauer (Multiple Locations)
The outdoor outfitter Eddie Bauer is nearing the end of its physical retail journey. Following a bankruptcy filing and a failed search for a buyer for its brick-and-mortar chain, the brand is liquidating all physical stores to focus on its digital business…