WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (CBS12) — Walmart shoppers across Florida may soon notice their neighborhood store looks and feels a little different.
The retail giant said on April 16 it’s rolling out a major upgrade in 2026, with nearly 60 Florida locations slated for remodels and several new stores on the way. The goal: make shopping faster, easier, and better connected to online pickup and delivery.
Inside the remodeled stores, Walmart says customers can expect wider aisles, cleaner layouts, and brighter, more modern designs meant to cut down on the time it takes to find essentials. Many locations will also feature interactive displays, giving shoppers a better sense of how products might look or work before buying.
The changes go beyond just appearances. Pharmacies and vision centers are getting a refresh, with more private consultation rooms and expanded services like vaccinations and vision care. Some Neighborhood Market locations will see upgraded deli areas, hot food options, and expanded space for online grocery orders — a nod to how many shoppers now mix in-store browsing with curbside pickup.
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS – JANUARY 22: Customers shop at Walmart on January 22, 2026 in Little Rock, Arkansas. A massive winter storm is expected to bring frigid temperatures, ice, and snow to millions of Americans across the nation. (Photo by Will Newton/Getty Images)
Technology is playing a bigger role as well. Walmart says its app will be more closely tied to the in-store experience, helping customers navigate aisles, check prices, and use faster checkout options. Delivery upgrades are also part of the plan, with the company continuing its push to offer orders delivered in as little as an hour in many areas.
Florida is also getting brand-new stores. Walmart has recently opened Supercenters in places like Apollo Beach, Jacksonville, and The Villages, along with a Neighborhood Market in Ocala. More locations are planned in communities, including Lady Lake, Crestview, and Spring Hill.
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Walmart leaders say the investment is as much about communities as it is about convenience. Remodels and new builds bring short-term construction jobs and long-term retail, pharmacy, and leadership positions once stores open or reopen.
Most stores will stay open while renovations are underway, according to the company, though shoppers should expect some changes as work progresses.
For Floridians, it means the familiar Walmart down the street might soon feel a lot more like a “store of the future,” blending everyday low prices with a more streamlined, modern shopping experience.