Wegmans will open three new locations in 2025 — including two stores in new markets.

There was speculation in 2024 that Wegmans could be looking at two different locations in the Pittsburgh area — including Cranberry Township, which is in a northern suburb of Pittsburgh, and possibly a location in South Fayette Township in Allegheny County.

Wegmans fans in the Pittsburgh area will have to wait a big longer because none of the company’s three new stores in 2025 are set to open in Western Pennsylvania.

The Rochester, New York-based grocery store, with its cult-like following, will enter Connecticut with a store in Norwalk.

This 92,000-square-foot store will offer 13 full-service checkouts and 15 self-checkouts.

This store will have a two-story parking garage with 551 parking spaces and a bridge into a mezzanine level of the food market.

An “Interesting fact,” Wegmans notes for this store, is that the parking garage will include solar canopies.

Wegmans will enter Long Island, New York, with a store in Lake Grove in February. The 101,000-square-foot store will have more than 630 parking spots, 14 full-service checkouts and 14 self-checkouts.

And, Wegmans notes, the top of the store’s clock tower will be the highest point in Lake Grove.

The company’s third new store for 2025 is in Rockville, Maryland, where Wegmans will open its ninth store in that market.

This 80,000-square-foot store in the Twinbrook Quarter Community will feature two levels of parking below the store.

The “interesting fact” for this store is more peculiar than interesting: Wegmans shoppers will get 90 minutes of free parking.

Read more about what these three new stores will offer in a news release from Wegmans.

The cult-like following of Wegmans

Wegmans isn’t just a grocery store—it’s an experience.

With its roots in Rochester, New York, the chain has amassed a loyal following that many would describe as cult-like.

Customers rave about the store’s unique ability to make grocery shopping feel like a treat rather than a chore. What makes Wegmans so special?

For starters, it’s the attention to detail.

From the impeccably organized aisles to the high-quality produce, artisanal baked goods and chef-inspired prepared foods, Wegmans takes pride in delivering excellence at every level.

Shoppers know they can rely on Wegmans for items that aren’t just staples but also inspiration—whether it’s the store-made fresh sushi, decadent desserts or its impressive international food selection.

But what really sets Wegmans apart is its customer service.

Employees are trained to be helpful and approachable, creating an atmosphere where customers feel valued.

Many Wegmans fans describe the store as a place that goes beyond transactions—it feels like a community.

Over the years, the grocery chain has become a destination in and of itself, drawing road-trippers and loyalists willing to drive hours just to shop there (I am among them!).

The store even inspires online fan groups and countless social media posts, where customers swap tips, share their favorite finds and celebrate new store openings with a fervor usually reserved for concerts or theme parks.

Wegmaniacs: The passionate fans driving the Wegmans phenomenon

To truly understand Wegmans’ success, you need to know about the “Wegmaniacs.”

This nickname, affectionately given to the grocery chain’s most devoted fans, perfectly captures the enthusiasm—and sometimes obsession—that Wegmans inspires.

The term originated organically, coined by shoppers themselves and embraced in fan groups, online forums and even news coverage.

So, what makes a Wegmaniac?

It’s someone who goes out of their way to shop at Wegmans, whether that means driving hours to the nearest store or marking their calendar for the grand opening of a new location.

For Wegmaniacs, Wegmans is more than a grocery store—it’s a lifestyle.

They rave about the chain’s prepared foods (those subs and sushi!), the high-quality store-brand items and the welcoming shopping experience.

This devotion goes beyond the aisles, too.

Wegmaniacs are known to swap tips about the best seasonal products, track down rare Wegmans finds, and even create ranking lists of their favorite items, from frozen meals to bakery treats.

Social media is alive with posts celebrating Wegmans’ legendary customer service, beautifully curated displays and even its holiday offerings.

For some Wegmaniacs, the brand is a family tradition, passed down through generations of shoppers who have grown up with Wegmans as a staple in their lives.

Others are newer converts, discovering the magic after the chain’s steady expansion into new markets.

Whatever their origin story, one thing is clear: Wegmaniacs don’t just shop—they evangelize.

As a proud Wegmaniac myself, I can confidently say there’s no grocery store quite like it. Two-hour drives to grocery shop at Wegmans became a regular part of my life once I discovered Wegmans.

And as Wegmans prepares to open three new stores in 2025, including two in cities new to the brand, I can only imagine how many more Wegmaniacs will soon be joining the ranks.

After all, once you experience Wegmans, there’s no going back.