If you are a Big Lots fan living in Pennsylvania, you are in luck. As part of a nationwide relaunch, seven new Big Lots stores will officially open their doors in the state on June 5, 2025. This move is part of a broader recovery plan after the company’s bankruptcy filing in 2024, and Pennsylvania is one of the states seeing the biggest benefits—especially Pittsburgh.
Here are the seven locations where Big Lots is launching its new stores:
- Pittsburgh, PA
- Erie, PA
- Harrisburg, PA
- Allentown, PA
- Reading, PA
- Scranton, PA
- Lancaster, PA
Each of these stores is expected to bring the signature “treasure hunt” shopping experience that Big Lots is known for, with a wide mix of discounted furniture, groceries, home goods, and seasonal items.
Why is big lots opening new stores after filing for bankruptcy?
If you have been following the retail news, you might remember that Big Lots filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection back in September 2024. But do not worry—this new round of store openings is all part of a big comeback.
The turnaround began when Variety Wholesalers, a company that owns other well-known discount chains like Roses Discount Stores and Bargain Town, stepped in and acquired the rights to 219 Big Lots locations.
As of early 2025, Variety Wholesalers had already reopened over 100 Big Lots stores across the country, and now Pennsylvania is next in line. In fact, the company has been moving quickly, with recent reopenings in Kentucky, North Carolina, and Mississippi just last month.
What can shoppers expect from the new Big Lots stores?
If you have never shopped at Big Lots before, let us paint a picture for you. The stores are designed to offer a little bit of everything at a discount. You walk in looking for a rug and walk out with holiday décor, snacks, and maybe even a new patio set. It is a real bargain hunter’s paradise.
The newly reopened locations will carry everything you expect from the Big Lots brand, including:
- Affordable furniture and mattresses
- Name-brand groceries and household items
- Home décor, bedding, and bath essentials
- Toys, electronics, and seasonal goods
With prices designed to compete with dollar stores and big-box chains, these stores aim to be a one-stop shop for budget-conscious shoppers.
How does the Pittsburgh community benefit from the new Big Lots store?
Among the seven new locations in Pennsylvania, Pittsburgh stands out as a major winner. The city’s new Big Lots store will not only create local jobs but also give residents a much-needed affordable retail option during a time when many households are feeling the pressure of inflation.
According to Variety Wholesalers, the relaunch is also a win for former employees. “We have worked hard to rehire many former Big Lots associates who lost their jobs during the bankruptcy,” said a company spokesperson. “Our goal is to not only revive the stores but rebuild the communities they serve.”
If you live in or near Pittsburgh, you can expect a grand reopening event on June 5, with opening day discounts, giveaways, and family-friendly activities.
Will Big Lots continue to expand in Pennsylvania?
Based on the momentum of this relaunch, it looks like Big Lots is far from done. The company has already hinted at further expansion plans in other parts of the state later this year. If you do not see your town on the list just yet, do not be surprised if more Big Lots stores pop up in other Pennsylvania cities in the months to come.
For now, seven new stores mean thousands of square feet of savings—and a second chance for a brand that many shoppers have missed.
