Last week, The Walt Disney Company announced that it would close approximately 20% of Disney stores in North America.
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Now, the list of Disney Store establishments that are closing has been revealed. In the United States, the following are the locations of all Disney stores that will close their doors (keep in mind, however, that more news must be released about the remaining stores that will be closing):
Arizona
Chandler
Glendale (arrowhead)
Scottsdale
California
Arcadia (Westfield Santa Anita)
Mission Viejo
Montclair
Montebello
Roseville (Westfield Galleria)
Salinas (Northridge Mall)
San Diego (Fashion Valley Mall)
San Jose (Oakridge Mall)
Santa Monica
Colorado
Broomfield (Flatiron Crossing)
Florida
Miami (Aventura Mall)
Tampa (International Plaza)
Illinois
Chicago (State Street)
Rosemont (fashion stores)
Indiana
Indianapolis (Castleton Square)
Merrillville (Southlake Mall)
Kansas
Overland Park (Oak Park Mall)
Maryland
Baltimore (White Marsh Mall)
Hanover (Arundel Mills)
Missouri
New Jersey
New York
Ohio
North Olmsted (Great Northern Mall)
Oregon
Portland (Clackamas city center)
Pennsylvania
Pittsburgh (South Hills Village)
Springfield
Tennessee
Knoxville (West Town Mall)
Texas
El Paso (Cielo Vista Mall)
Houston (commemorative city)
Houston (Willowbrook Mall)
Laredo (Shopping Del Norteo)
San Antonio (Ingram Park Mall)
San Antonio (North Star Mall)
San Antonio (Rivercenter)
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In Canada, the following Disney stores will be closed permanently:
If you visit the web page of any Disney store that is closing, such as the Chandler, AZ store, you will see the following banner, providing details about the closing:
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Disney’s official statement on the shutdown said, in part:
Over the next year, Disney will focus on providing a more integrated, personalized and franchise-focused e-commerce experience through its shopDisney platform, which will be complemented by greater integration with Disney Park apps and social media platforms. This will be combined with a variety of new and sophisticated merchandise from across the Company’s range of brands, including collections of adult clothing and artist collaborations, trend streetwear, premium household goods and collectibles.
“While consumer behavior has shifted towards online shopping, the global pandemic has changed what consumers expect from a retailer,” said Stephanie Young, president, Consumer Products Games and Publishing. “In recent years, we’ve been focusing on serving consumers where they’re already spending their time, like expanding Disney stores around the world. We now plan to create a more flexible and interconnected e-commerce experience that provides consumers with easy access to exclusive, high-quality products across all of our franchises. “
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In 2019, at D23 Expo, Disney announced that the company would initiate a store-in-store agreement with Target stores. Disney also sells licensed goods from other mass retailers in the United States and Canada.
It is not yet known whether any international Disney stores will be permanently closed due to this restructuring.
Where can Disney fans buy merchandise now?
Although several Disney stores are closing, there are still plenty of places for Disney lovers to buy products that add an extra dose of magic to everyday life!
If you happen to be at Walt Disney World Resort or Disneyland Resort, you can, of course, stop at World of Disney locations in Disney Springs or Downtown Disney District, respectively.
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In addition, the four Disney World theme parks – Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney’s Animal Kingdom and Disney’s Hollywood Studios – are filled with themed stores selling Disney Parks products of all kinds, from classic plush toys to Minnie Mouse and Mickey Mouse the clothes and household items that will make every day magical!
The Disneyland Resort remains officially closed in the midst of the pandemic, although a reopening date in late April has been planned! However, Disneyland Resort guests can still visit Downtown Disney and Buena Vista Street for shopping and dining.
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Downtown Disney is home to the new Star Wars Factory store, where visitors can buy a variety of products directly from Star Wars: Planet Edge of the galaxy, Batuu!
Remember, as of March 18, Visitors will not be able to enter Buena Vista Street without a ticket due to the Touch of Disney event being held at Disney California Adventure Park.
Facial coverage for Visitors from 2 years of age is currently required at all Disney Parks retail outlets.
