MICHIGAN - Big Lots!, the well-known discount retailer, is returning to several Michigan communities this month. Under the direction of new owners, Variety Wholesalers, the company has announced reopening 5 store locations across the state during May 2025. This is part of a significant national effort to revitalize the Big Lots brand after earlier financial struggles and store closures.
Michigan Stores Reopening in May
Michigan shoppers can look forward to revisiting Big Lots in the following locations this month:
- Burton
- Flint
- Port Huron
- Shelby Township
- Southgate
(Specific addresses and reopening dates within May – scheduled for either May 1st or May 15th – can be found via the store locator on biglots.com).
What Shoppers Can Expect:
The reopened Michigan Big Lots stores aim to offer an improved shopping experience focused on value and variety:
- Fresh Inventory: Customers can expect an expanded assortment of products with new inventory arriving regularly.
- Focus on Deals: The core mission remains to provide great deals on everyday essentials and sought-after brands.
- Wide Selection: Offerings include apparel, items for the home, kitchen and pantry, furniture, seasonal goods, and more.
- Phased Relaunch: These May reopenings are gradual, with stores building inventory towards complete grand opening celebrations planned for Fall 2025.
Part of a National Revitalization:
The Michigan reopenings are part of a large-scale strategy by Variety Wholesalers.
- May Reopenings: These 5 stores are among 132 Big Lots locations reopening nationwide in May across 14 states, following an initial wave of reopenings in April.
- Serving Communities: "We're excited to bring an additional 132 Big Lots! locations back to life in May," said Lisa Seigies, president and CEO of Variety Wholesalers. "The customer response to the newly expanded assortment of fresh inventory and great deals has been overwhelmingly positive."
The return of Big Lots to Burton, Flint, Port Huron, Shelby Township, and Southgate this May is welcome news for Michigan shoppers seeking value. This revitalization effort by Variety Wholesalers brings popular discounted merchandise and everyday essentials back to these communities, with grand opening celebrations anticipated for the fall.
