Maryland’s 2026 Grocery Shuffle: The Rockville “Megastore,” The Discount Invasion, and a Local Farewell

The grocery landscape in Maryland is undergoing its most dramatic shift in a decade. 2026 is defined by a clear “out with the old, in with the new” dynamic: as legacy chains shrink their footprints, aggressive national challengers are swooping in to claim the territory.

From the most anticipated grand opening in Montgomery County history to the arrival of a West Coast “treasure hunt” grocer, here is what is changing in Maryland’s food scene this year.

Wegmans: The Rockville Countdown is On

After years of construction updates and rumors, the wait is officially over for Montgomery County residents. Wegmans has confirmed the timeline for its massive new Twinbrook location.

  • Location: 1590 Rockville Pike (The Twinbrook…

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