Denine Currie<\/a><\/p>\nFresno\u2019s Fashion Fair Mall is getting a major makeover. The 974,000-square-foot shopping center \u2014 the city\u2019s second-largest \u2014 will undergo a multi-year renovation project starting in late spring 2026, with completion expected by 2028.<\/p>\n
\u201cMacerich has a long history of reinvesting in irreplaceable retail destinations, and Fashion Fair is at the heart of that commitment,\u201d said Joey Elliot, general manager at Fashion Fair, in an emailed statement.<\/p>\n
The multi-year, phased renovation will feature upgrades for the Outdoor Village and center-wide improvements, including upgraded landscaping , modern seating areas, enhanced lighting, new flooring throughout the center and remodeled restrooms with contemporary finishes.<\/p>\n
\u201cEighteen months ago, we reaffirmed our commitment to the Central Valley and the Fresno Market,\u201d said Elliot. \u201cWe then began a journey of planning and design work that has led us to now, where we are preparing to bring that commitment to life.\u201d<\/p>\n
The project has indeed been ongoing for more than a year, with the interior seeing a new paint job and a resurfaced parking lot. Colorful, drought-resistant landscaping has elevated the exterior, Elliot said.<\/p>\n
Guests are already enjoying Explorer\u2019s Edge, the new children\u2019s play area featuring vibrant murals, soft flooring and imaginative play structures, he said. The reimagined Santa set, Santa\u2019s Cabin, also debuted in November.<\/p>\n
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Visitors to Fashion Fair Mall will see a new look to the entrances with this investment from Macerich. Fashion Fair rendering<\/p>\n
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The company has not yet selected a contractor for the bulk of the work, but anticipates going to bid in early 2026.<\/p>\n
The flooring updates will most likely not begin until late 2026 or early 2027.<\/p>\n
Elliot declined to share specific financial details about the project\u2019s cost.<\/p>\n
\u201cOver the course of this next several years this project will continue to adapt and grow,\u201d he said. \u201cWe see this investment as a reinvestment in Fresno, and the community that makes us such a great shopping destination.\u201d<\/p>\n
Fashion Fair is anchored by Macy\u2019s, Apple and JCPenney, and features retailers including H&M, XLanes and Foot Locker. The center is known as a popular dining destination with restaurants including Fleming\u2019s Prime Steakhouse, The Cheesecake Factory, BJ\u2019s Restaurant & Brewhouse and Chick-fil-A.<\/p>\n
The shopping mall ranks No. 2 on The Business Journal\u2019s Shopping Centers list published in October. Fresno\u2019s River Park is No.1 with 1.2 million leaseable square feet, according to the list.<\/p>\n
Macerich, which owns Fashion Fair, is one of the nation\u2019s leading owners, operators and developers of retail and mixed-use properties. The company currently owns 39 million square feet of real estate. Representatives say the Fashion Fair renovation is one component of a broader reinvestment strategy.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis renovation is more than a facelift for the shopping center. It\u2019s a reflection of our ongoing commitment to the Fresno community,\u201d said Elliot. \u201cWe\u2019re creating a space that\u2019s not only beautiful, but also functional, welcoming and full of energy.\u201d<\/p>\n
Fashion Fair Mall and the center\u2019s retailers and restaurants will remain open during the 2026 renovations with minimal disruption to shoppers.<\/p>\n
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