New ALDI Grocery Store Opening Soon in Fernandina Beach, Florida
The popular discount grocery chain ALDI is bringing a brand new store to Fernandina Beach, Florida, with a grand opening scheduled for March 5, 2026.
Located at 947 Amelia Plaza, the new ALDI will open its doors to the public at approximately 9:15 a.m. that day, kicking off a big day for budget-minded shoppers on Amelia Island and throughout Nassau County.
ALDI has been expanding rapidly in Florida and across the Southeast, adding new locations as part of its broader national growth strategy in 2026, during which the company plans to open more than 180 new stores. The Fernandina Beach location is one of five new Florida stores planned in early March, reflecting the grocer’s continued investment in communities with strong demand for value-focused shopping.
Like other new ALDI stores, the Fernandina Beach location is expected to feature the brand’s everyday low prices, exclusive private-label favorites, fresh produce, and essential household staples — all designed to compete with larger national retailers on both price and quality.
Early-bird shoppers at the grand opening often enjoy special perks — including complimentary giveaways and other grand-opening celebrations — so residents who want to experience the new store firsthand are encouraged to arrive early.
The new store will offer a welcome alternative for local shoppers and visitors alike, bringing ALDI’s distinctive mix of affordability and convenience to Fernandina Beach for the first time.
Grocery Price Savings Snapshot
According to a recent Consumer Reports analysis, ALDI’s average grocery prices run about 8% lower than Walmart’s grocery cart costs when comparing common items nationwide, with Walmart used as the pricing baseline. Publix, in comparison, is a full 28.4% difference from Aldi’s, with only Costco & BJ’s wholesale club neck and neck for the lowest prices per food item, according to Consumer Reports.
Upcoming Aldi Location Openings in 2026
Florida Store Openings
ALDI Fernandina Beach – opening March 5, 2026 at 947 Amelia Plaza.
ALDI Pensacola – opening March 5, 2026 at 7135 North 9th Avenue.
Cape Coral, FL – opened February 26, 2026 (3510 Del Prado Blvd. N).
Fort Walton Beach, FL – opened February 26, 2026 (99 Eglin Pkwy NE).
Jacksonville, FL – opened February 26, 2026 (St. Johns Commons).
Deerfield Beach, FL – opened January 2026 (2301 W Sample Rd, Bldg #2).
Port Orange & Chiefland, FL – opened January 8, 2026.
