News Summary
Ollie’s Bargain Outlet is set to open a new store in Fitchburg, Massachusetts on October 15, 2025, marking the retailer’s expansion in the state. This location at 353 John Fitch Hwy will be the fifth Ollie’s store in Massachusetts, following successful openings in Worcester, New Bedford, Plymouth, and Seekonk. Ollie’s has experienced significant growth, especially after acquiring 40 former Big Lots locations. With a total of approximately 637 stores nationwide, the new Fitchburg location promises a diverse selection of discounted products for local shoppers.
Fitchburg, Massachusetts is set to welcome a new Ollie’s Bargain Outlet location, which will open its doors on October 15, 2025. The new store will be situated at 353 John Fitch Hwy, expanding the retailer’s footprint in the state.
Ollie’s Bargain Outlet, founded in Pennsylvania in 1982, has established itself as America’s largest retailer of closeout merchandise, specializing in offering customers significant discounts on a wide array of products including housewares, flooring, food, cookware, toys, games, and electronics. With the upcoming opening, Fitchburg will become the fifth location for Ollie’s in Massachusetts, joining existing outlets in Worcester, New Bedford, Plymouth, and Seekonk.
The company has seen substantial growth in recent months, particularly following the acquisition of 40 former Big Lots locations after Big Lots filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in September 2024. As part of this expansion, between January and May 2025, Ollie’s opened 25 new stores nationwide, including 18 former Big Lots locations. Two of the acquired Big Lots stores are located within Massachusetts.
CEO Eric van der Valk has reported that the new stores are performing well, and the company plans to open an additional nine stores in seven states by the end of October 2025. The first Ollie’s store in Massachusetts was opened in Worcester on October 23, 2019, followed shortly by another in Plymouth on October 30, 2019. The steady growth of Ollie’s in the state reflects a broader trend of retailers, including Burlington, capitalizing on the vacancy left by Big Lots’ closures.
Currently, Ollie’s operates approximately 637 stores across 32 states, solidifying its position as a prominent player in the discount retail sector. The decision to open a new location in Fitchburg not only signifies the company’s commitment to offering customers budget-friendly shopping options but also underscores its strategic growth plans following significant market dynamics.
As the opening date approaches, local shoppers can anticipate a diverse selection of merchandise at competitive prices, aligning with Ollie’s mission of providing quality products at discount rates.
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