Get ready, Lake Wales. The doors are open.
Earlier this morning, on Thursday, July 26, 2025, a ribbon-cutting ceremony opened the brand new Aldi store at 1860 Highway 60 in Lake Wales, at the former location of Winn-Dixie.
Representatives from the City of Lake Wales and the Lake Wales Chamber of Commerce , including president Skip Alford, were on hand to support the stores opening, representing the second location of the retailer in Lake Wales.
“The opening of ALDI on State Road 60 is more than a new grocery store—it’s a bold investment in Lake Wales. It brings jobs, affordable options, and fresh momentum to our local economy. This is the kind of progress that strengthens families, uplifts neighborhoods, and proves Lake Wales is built for the future,” says Skip Alford, President & CEO, Lake Wales Area Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Council.
Customers began lining up as early as 3 AM just secure a place in line, according to bystanders. A few minutes before the ribbon-cutting, the line reached east from the store location, almost to Hunt Brothers Road, in front of Rural King.
Upon store opening, customers were greeted with free shopping bags, and samples of the stores products, including branded items and store branded items.
Store representatives at the location state that the new store features a new layout, as well as new upgrades. Refrigerated coolers now have doors to better maintain temperatures, a concept expected to be seen in other stores. The Highway 60 location is said to be larger than the Thompson Nursery Road location, featuring same or similar products, but with perhaps additional quantities available.
Lake Wales resident Sharon Walker says she lives within walking distance of the store and is thrilled that it is finally open.
“ I love Aldi,” she says. “They have the best products and I always find what I need. I’m so glad I came to the grand opening. The store looks amazing. I even found some new items I’m gonna start buying that I haven’t seen before.”
Aldi is open from 8:30 AM to 8 PM daily, including weekends.
