Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, is set to welcome another Aldi store to its growing retail scene. Located at 3153 N Highway 17, this new location will be the second Aldi in the town, following the success of the first store. The new opening comes on the heels of Mount Pleasant also seeing the arrival of its second Trader Joe’s store in 2024, further expanding the area’s grocery options.
Aldi’s Growing Presence in Mount Pleasant
The new Aldi store is scheduled to open its doors on July 17, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 9:00 a.m. The ceremony will take place about 30 minutes before the store officially opens to the public, marking another milestone for the rapidly expanding grocery chain. Shoppers will be able to enter the store immediately after the ceremony.
Daniel Brownstein, a Mount Pleasant Town Council member, expressed excitement about the new addition on his Facebook page, saying, “Can’t wait for our shiny, brand new Aldi.”
Aldi’s Global and Local Impact
Founded in 1961 by the Albrecht Family in Germany, Aldi pioneered the concept of discount grocery stores. In 1976, the first Aldi store opened in Iowa, and since then, the company has grown into a global retail giant. Headquartered in Batavia, Illinois, Aldi now operates over 2,400 stores across 38 states and employs more than 45,000 people.
The Mount Pleasant store adds to Aldi’s growing network in the Charleston area, making it the seventh location in the region. Other stores can be found in North Charleston, James Island, Summerville, and Goose Creek, offering locals even more affordable shopping options.
Aldi’s Expansion Plans
Aldi has ambitious expansion plans for the coming years. The company aims to open 225 new locations nationwide in 2025 and continue its rapid growth with an additional 800 stores by the end of 2028.
Store Hours and Accessibility
The new Aldi in Mount Pleasant will operate daily from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., giving local residents plenty of time to shop for affordable groceries, fresh produce, and special Aldi Finds. With the store’s convenient location on N Highway 17, it will be easily accessible for shoppers throughout the area.
The opening of Aldi’s second store in Mount Pleasant further reflects the town’s retail boom. With affordable prices, quality products, and a growing selection of locations, Aldi continues to be a popular choice for shoppers across the Charleston metro area. Residents are encouraged to join the ribbon-cutting ceremony on July 17 and explore the store’s new offerings.
