End-of-October deals launch Big Lots comeback: See all 28 Ohio stores reopened

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Big Lots is closing out October with storewide savings and a grand reopening celebration at dozens of locations across Ohio.

The retailer’s comeback, led by North Carolina-based Variety Wholesalers, follows the acquisition of more than 200 Big Lots stores and the brand’s intellectual property in early 2025. Throughout the past several months, Variety has reopened locations nationwide in four waves,

including 28 in Ohio.

“We’re proud to bring Big Lots back — better than ever,” said Lisa Seigies, CEO of Variety Wholesalers. “Our team has worked hard to restore the value, selection and experience customers love.”

The celebration officially begins at 9 a.m. on Oct. 31 at all reopened locations, with storewide discounts, an expanded furniture department, seasonal holiday decor and new apparel offerings.

“We listened to their feedback, expanded our furniture department, and brought back an exciting assortment of seasonal goods at unbeatable prices,” Seigies said. “We can’t wait to celebrate our grand opening with fun events, surprises, and a Christmas 2025 collection customers are going to love.”

28 Big Lot locations reopened in Ohio

Ohio was among the most active markets in the Big Lots revival. The final wave of openings, completed in June, added 13 more locations across cities including Columbus, Akron, Cincinnati and Youngstown. Here’s the full list of reopened stores in Ohio:

• 426 East Waterloo Road in Akron
• 1890 W. Market St. in Akron
• 1965 W. State St. in Alliance
• 241 W. Wooster Road in Barberton
• 56104 National Road in Bridgeport
• 1336 Whipple Ave. NW in Canton
• 3640 Werk Road in Cincinnati
• 12588 Rockside Road in Cleveland
• 2837 Winchester Pike in Columbus
• 4260 W. Broad St. in Columbus
• 405 Howe Ave. in Cuyahoga Falls
• 825 Cleveland St. in Elyria
• 1800 E. State St. in Fremont
• 400 Silver Bridge Plaza in Gallipolis
• 3961 Hoover Road in Grove City
• 10560 Harrison Ave. in Harrison
• 2050 E. Dorothy Lane in Kettering
• 1700 E Main St. in Lancaster
• 110 S. 7th St. in Marietta
• 8489 Market St. in Mentor
• 408 Bluebell Drive NW in New Philadelphia
• 6300 E. Livingston Ave. in Reynoldsburg
• 367 County Road 406 in South Point
• 3946 W. Alexis Road in Toledo
• 4331 Mahoning Ave. NW in Warren
• 498 Cadiz Road in Wintersville
• 9025 Ohio River Road in Wheelersburg
• 7100 South Ave. in Youngstown

In addition to expanded furniture offerings, the redesigned Big Lots stores now feature a broader mix of home goods, apparel, and non-perishable grocery staples. Seigies said the relaunch was driven by direct customer feedback.

“Our store teams have been working incredibly hard to get shelves stocked and the doors open,” she said. “We’re proud to celebrate and kick off the holiday season with something special.”

Big Lots filed for bankruptcy in September 2024 before being acquired by Gordon Brothers. In the months that followed, many former Big Lots locations were sold to other retailers. Ollie’s Bargain Outlet acquired several dozen stores, including four in Ohio, while Aldi, Burlington, Tractor Supply Co., and HomeBuys also took over various properties.

The company’s headquarters in Columbus was sold to OhioHealth for $36 million earlier this year amid staffing reductions.