Major Retail Chains Closing Locations Across Minnesota

Macy's, Kohl's, JCPenney, and others shutter stores in the state as industry faces challenges.

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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Several major retail chains, including Macy's, Kohl's, JCPenney, Nordstrom, Rite Aid, Joann, and Party City, have already closed locations across Minnesota or have announced plans to shutter stores in the state later this year. This comes after a wave of over 8,000 to 15,000 U.S. retail store closures in 2025 due to factors like e-commerce, inflation, and evolving consumer habits.

Why it matters

The closure of these prominent retail chains in Minnesota reflects broader challenges facing the industry, including the shift to online shopping and economic pressures. The impact will be felt by consumers, workers, and local communities that rely on these stores.

The details

While 2025 saw overall growth in the retail industry, it also witnessed a significant number of store closures across the country. Estimates range from over 8,000 to 15,000 locations shutting down as major chains adjusted their store footprints, filed for bankruptcy, or shifted focus. This trend is continuing into 2026, with many of these same chains, including Macy's, Kohl's, JCPenney, Nordstrom, Rite Aid, Joann, and Party City, closing locations in Minnesota.

  • In 2025, the retail industry saw overall growth of 2.7%-3.7%, but also a wave of over 8,000 to 15,000 U.S. retail store closures.
  • Several major retail chains have already closed locations across Minnesota or have announced plans to shutter stores in the state later in 2026.

The players

Macy's

A major department store chain that has closed locations in Minnesota as part of broader store closures across the country.

Kohl's

A large retail chain that has shuttered stores in Minnesota amid industry challenges.

JCPenney

A department store company that has closed locations in Minnesota as part of its efforts to adjust its store footprint.

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The takeaway

The closure of these prominent retail chains in Minnesota reflects the broader challenges facing the industry, including the shift to online shopping and economic pressures. The impact will be felt by consumers, workers, and local communities that rely on these stores, highlighting the need for retailers to adapt to evolving consumer habits and market conditions.