Toys"R"Us to Open Standalone Store at Briarwood Mall
The toy retailer is opening a new location on the main level of Ann Arbor’s Briarwood Mall before the holiday season.
Updated on Oct. 30, 2026 in Retail
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Toys"R"Us is expanding its Michigan footprint with a new standalone store at Briarwood Mall in Ann Arbor. This location is one of four new stores the company is bringing to the state.
Why it matters
The move is part of a broader nationwide expansion effort by the retailer to increase its physical presence across the United States. This growth strategy aims to capitalize on consumer demand by transitioning from smaller store-within-a-store formats to dedicated standalone sites.
The retailer is launching 4 new standalone locations across Michigan. These sites include the upcoming Briarwood Mall storefront alongside openings at Meridian Mall, Woodland Mall, and Tanger Outlets Grand Rapids.
The players
Toys"R"Us
A toy and juvenile-products retailer that was founded in 1948 and is currently undergoing a strategic shift to expand its physical store presence.
Briarwood Mall
An enclosed shopping center located in Ann Arbor, Michigan, that serves as a regional hub for major retail brands.
The details
The new store will be located on the main level of the mall near Von Maur, moving away from its current setup inside the Macy's at the same property. The expansion site is already listed as coming soon in the official Briarwood Mall directory.
Timeline
The retailer announced its nationwide expansion effort in September 2026.
The new standalone stores are expected to open by the holiday season 2026.
Market Landscape
This move represents a departure from the shop-in-shop strategy the company utilized to return to the market. By establishing dedicated standalone sites, the retailer is intensifying its competition with traditional big-box toy sellers and independent boutiques.
Shoppers in Ann Arbor can look forward to a more comprehensive toy shopping experience once the standalone location opens. The transition replaces the current Macy’s-based outlet with a dedicated store, potentially offering a broader selection of products.
The takeaway
The return of a standalone Toys"R"Us location offers local residents a dedicated space for holiday shopping this year. Planning ahead for the holiday rush is recommended, as the new store is expected to draw significant traffic upon its opening.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Mlive.
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