Trader Joe's Sets July 25 Westminster Colorado Opening

Trader Joe's is set to open a new store in Westminster, Colorado, on July 25, marking its ninth location in the state and the first along the U.S. Highway 36 corridor. The new store, located at 9350 Sheridan Blvd. in the City Center Marketplace, fills a gap between Boulder and Denver where no Trader Joe's previously existed and will feature beer and wine sales. Westminster officials have invited the public to a grand opening celebration starting at 9 a.m. on the opening day. Trader Joe's continues its controlled expansion strategy by selecting locations based on population density, traffic, and parking, with 30 new stores planned across 18 states. The Westminster store aims to offer a mix of unconventional products alongside everyday basics, reflecting the chain's unique shopping experience. This opening contrasts with Trader Joe's recent controversial decision to open another store directly across from an existing one in Sherman Oaks, California, a strategy not repeated in Westminster.