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King of Prussia Today
By the People, for the People
King of Prussia Mall Transforms Vacant Retail Space
Two new entertainment venues coming to former JCPenney location
Published on Mar. 5, 2026
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The King of Prussia Mall in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania is repurposing a former JCPenney store to house two new entertainment venues, marking a shift in how the large shopping center is adapting to changing retail trends.
Why it matters
As traditional brick-and-mortar retail struggles, malls are having to get creative in finding new ways to draw in customers and make use of vacant retail spaces. The King of Prussia Mall's decision to bring in entertainment-focused tenants reflects a broader industry trend of malls transitioning to become more experiential destinations.
The details
The two new entertainment venues coming to the former JCPenney location at King of Prussia Mall are an indoor go-kart racing track and an arcade/gaming center. This repurposing of vacant retail space aims to attract visitors and keep the mall relevant in an era of increased online shopping.
- The former JCPenney store closed in early 2025.
The players
King of Prussia Mall
A large shopping mall located in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania that is owned and operated by Simon Property Group.
Simon Property Group
A real estate investment trust that owns and operates shopping malls and other retail properties across the United States.
JCPenney
A major American department store chain that previously occupied retail space at the King of Prussia Mall.
What’s next
The new entertainment venues are expected to open at the King of Prussia Mall in the fourth quarter of 2026.
The takeaway
The King of Prussia Mall's decision to bring in experiential entertainment tenants to fill vacant retail space reflects a broader industry shift as malls work to adapt to changing consumer preferences and the rise of e-commerce.
