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Keeping up with New Jersey’s ever-changing mall and retail scene, one update at a time. From new store openings and closures to renovation news, lease signings, and pop-up events — this is where we track what’s happening across NJ’s biggest shopping destinations. Bookmark this feed to stay ahead.

Dick's House of Sport rendering at Cherry Hill Mall, New Jersey

The “Mall” Is Dead, Long Live the “Hangout”: Why Your Weekend Shopping Trip Just Got an Upgrade

New Jersey malls are reinventing themselves — and it’s actually worth paying attention. From Dick’s House of Sport at Cherry Hill to what’s coming at Garden State Plaza and American Dream, here’s Emily’s honest take on the experiential retail shift and what it means for your next shopping day.

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Memorial Day Weekend 2026: Top 10 New Jersey Outlets Guide (Sales, Hours & Events)

Memorial Day Weekend 2026 (May 23–26) is one of the biggest outlet shopping weekends of the year in New Jersey. We rounded up the top 10 most-visited outlet and value destinations — ranked by Google and Tripadvisor review volume — with confirmed extended hours, sales up to 65% off, and on-site events. Plus a reminder of New Jersey’s 0% sales tax on clothing and footwear, which stacks on top of every Memorial Day discount.

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Monmouth Square redevelopment rendering in Eatontown, NJ

Monmouth Mall Becomes Monmouth Square: 40% Less Retail, Luxury Apartments, and Whole Foods

Monmouth Mall in Eatontown is transforming into Monmouth Square — an open-air town center with 40% less retail, luxury apartments, and Whole Foods as the new anchor. The redevelopment reflects the wider trend of malls reinventing themselves as mixed-use neighborhoods.

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