Toys “R” Us Announces Nationwide Holiday Store Openings, Including Kansas City Locations
Toys "R" Us is making a holiday comeback with the opening of over 100 new standalone stores nationwide, including three locations in the Kansas City area.
Kansas City, MO, September 22, 2026 — The iconic toy retailer, Toys “R” Us, is set to mark a significant return for the upcoming holiday season with plans to open more than 100 new standalone stores across the United States. This expansion includes a notable presence in the Kansas City metropolitan area, with three new locations slated to open within the region.
The move signifies a revival for the brand, which previously closed its last remaining U.S. stores in 2018. While specific details regarding the exact locations of the three Kansas City stores were not immediately provided, the overall rollout aims to re-establish a physical retail footprint for shoppers during the crucial holiday shopping period.
The announcement details a nationwide strategy involving over 100 new, standalone retail outlets. The exact number of locations and their specific distribution were not fully disclosed in the initial summary. Further information about the store designs, product offerings, and operational timelines is anticipated as the holiday season approaches.
The expansion into over 100 new stores represents a considerable effort to reconnect with consumers and recapture market presence. The inclusion of multiple sites in the Kansas City area highlights the region’s importance in the retailer’s comeback strategy. Consumers can expect these new stores to be operational in time for the holiday shopping rush.
Story summarized from the original created by Greg Dailey, Gray Media on www.kctv5.com, see more information here.
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