Burlington plots major May expansion — including 3 California stores

Bargain hunters in the Golden State are about to get a few more aisles to dig through.

Burlington is rolling out 26 stores nationwide this month, with California landing multiple locations as the off-price giant doubles down on brick-and-mortar.

The May openings spawn 20 states — including California, Texas, Ohio and South Carolina — and are part of Burlington’s plan to open more than 110 stores in 2026 alone.

For California shoppers, it means more chances to score cut-rate brands — without ever clicking “add to cart.”

“Delivering incredible value on brand-name and on-trend merchandise is at the heart of what we do,” CEO Michael O’Sullivan told USA Today, promising new stores packed with deals and fresh inventory.

The company is also leaning into a revamped store design, featuring wider aisles, clearer layouts and bolder signage aimed at making the in-store “treasure hunt” a little less chaotic — but no less rewarding.

That experience is key.

Unlike many competitors, Burlington doesn’t sell online, instead betting big that shoppers prefer the thrill of finding a bargain in-person — a strategy that appears to be paying off.

The retailer said they have posted steady growth, with sales climbing from $9.7 billion in 2023 to $11.5 billion in 2025, even as other chains shutter stores across the country.

And it’s not slowing down.

Burlington is aiming to peon 500 net new stores by 2028, while also investing in a massive new distribution center in Arizona — a 2 million-square-foot facility expected to come online in 2028 and streamline operations with advanced automation.

For now, though, the focus is squarely on expansion — and California’s firmly in the mix.

California Burlington openings:

• May 8 – Santa Clarita: 26583 Carl Boyer Dr.
• May 15 – Bakersfield: 3010 Ming Ave.
• May 22 – Manteca: 2210 Daniels St.

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