From retail to restaurants, 2025 hasn’t exactly been kind to several notable chains spread throughout the U.S. .
READ MORE: 21 Fast-Growing Restaurant Chains Opening Just About Everywhere In 2025
Some, like Advance Auto Parts and Dollar General, are both closing and opening locations as they look for fresh approaches to win back customers. Unfortunately, the closings way outnumber the openings.
Other chains have closed down for good. Party City went away in February. Arts and crafts store Joann followed shortly after.
Here is a look at which chains are closing or have closed locations in 2025.
Chains That Are Closing or Have Closed Locations in 2025
The list of chains that have closed locations or have plans to shutter stores later in 2025 continues to grow at a rapid pace.
Gallery Credit: Rob Carroll
READ MORE: Beloved ’90s Foods You Can Still Eat Today
Once-Beloved Fast Food Items That No Longer Exist
These defunct fast food items have gone down in history. Wouldn’t you love to eat them again?