Wawa announces the grand opening dates and locations of its next two store openings in Georgia in Brunswick and Jesup. The first Georgia store opened in Bainbridge in November 2024. The grand opening ceremonies will gather associates, customers and community to share its 200+ year history in American business including marking the retailer’s 60th year in retail this year, announce community partnerships and celebrate everyday heroes with Wawa’s signature “Hoagies for Heroes” initiative.
The two newest Georgia Wawa stores will both open on Dec. 5 in Brunswick and in Jesup.
“We are excited to end 2024 with two additional new Wawa stores in Georgia to fulfill lives of our friends and neighbors,” said Nancy Dulaney, Director of Store Operations, Wawa. “We look forward to bringing our unique brand of fresh food, beverages and convenience to Georgia as we further our commitment to providing our new friends and neighbors with not only a new level of convenience but a strong, committed community partner.”
By the end of 2024, Wawa will have three stores open and serving Georgia in Bainbridge, Brunswick and Jesup. In 2025, Wawa will open 5-6 additional stores in Hinesville, Pooler, Waycross, Valdosta and Albany. Over the next 5-8 years, Wawa plans to build and open more than 26 stores in Georgia, at the pace of around 3 to 4 stores per year. To build each store, Wawa will invest approximately $7.5 million and employ, on average, 140 contractors and local partners. Once open, each store will employ an average of 35 associates, with Wawa expecting to create almost 900 long-term new jobs.
Wawa’s expansion plans will create thousands of new jobs and career opportunities as it expands to Georgia.