Piggly Wiggly to Host Five Points Grand Opening
The new store at 4205 University Boulevard East will host a grand opening celebration on October 30.
Updated on Oct. 29, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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Piggly Wiggly is set to hold a grand opening event on October 30, 2026, at its newly opened Five Points location in Tuscaloosa. The celebration will feature local vendors, product sampling, and a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
Why it matters
The opening marks a significant expansion for B&W Foods as it establishes its sixth store within Tuscaloosa County. It also serves to revitalize the retail space that formerly housed a Winn-Dixie.
This site serves as the sixth Piggly Wiggly location in Tuscaloosa County for operator B&W Foods. The event includes two dozen local and regional vendors.
The players
B&W Foods
B&W Foods is the regional grocery operator that owns and manages the new store location.
Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama
This local organization provides professional advocacy and support for business development in the region.
Tuscaloosa Drug Company
Tuscaloosa Drug Company is a local pharmacy business that is moving its operations into the new grocery storefront.
The details
The store, which began operations in late September, offers a bakery, deli, floral department, and custom meat counter. Additionally, the Tuscaloosa Drug Company is relocating its pharmacy services into the facility.
Timeline
The Five Points Piggly Wiggly store began operations in late September 2026.
The grand opening celebration takes place on October 30, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Market Landscape
This opening reflects the broader trend of regional retailers repurposing vacant anchor spaces to expand their local footprint. By taking over the former Winn-Dixie location, the company strengthens its competitive position against other regional grocers.
Residents in the Five Points area now have access to a new full-service grocery store including a deli, bakery, and pharmacy. Shoppers attending the event on October 30 can expect to participate in vendor demonstrations and product sampling.
The takeaway
The addition of a pharmacy and expanded departments like a custom meat counter signals a focus on convenience-based shopping for local residents. Customers can visit the new location at 4205 University Boulevard East to explore the upgraded retail offerings.
Further reading
For more information on retail activity, see Openings & Closings.
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