Wawa plans North Carolina expansion in 2024

Initial phase of expansion into North Carolina includes plans to open approximately 80 stores across the eastern region.

Wawa shared new details on its expansion into eastern North Carolina during its double-header Community Partnership Events.

Wawa’s initial phase of expansion into North Carolina includes plans to open approximately 80 stores across the eastern region of the state over the next 10 years with the first eight stores opening in 2024.

The family-owned chain of more than 1,000 convenience retail stores currently operating in six states.

“We were thrilled to share our ‘flight plan’ for North Carolina and reveal, for the very first time, our exciting expansion plans, renderings and more with our newest soon-to-be neighbors!” said Kim Dowgielewicz, Director of Store Operations for Wawa.

In addition to the stores set to open in 2024, Wawa has more than 30 sites under contract currently going through local approval processes. Wawa expects to open up to 15 stores in 2025 and 10 stores in 2026.