Hold onto your shopping carts, Asheville—Costco is finally heading our way! Known for its unbeatable savings, bulk items, and iconic hot dog deals, Costco is beloved by millions—and soon, our corner of Western North Carolina will get a store of its own.
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From coast to coast across the U.S., and all around the world, Costco has become a global retail powerhouse. As of 2025, there are roughly 900+ warehouses worldwide, with 623 in the U.S. and Puerto Rico, 109 in Canada, and 40 in Mexico. Internationally, you’ll find Costco in Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, UK, Australia, Spain, France, Sweden, Iceland, and even New Zealand—some with unique food courts offering items like poutine in Canada, meat pies in Australia, jacket potatoes in the UK, croquetas in Spain, and mango smoothies in Mexico and Hawaii.
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Now, one of those global giants is choosing Asheville as its next location—and for good reason. The proposed site in Enka/Candler is already a cleared area used for post-storm cleanup, so minimal new tree-cutting should be required—great news for our environment-conscious community. Costco is truly the lovable “Big Box Store,” soon to land at least double the size that a Buc-ee’s would be.
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Why We Love Costco:
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Bulk savings on staple goods and specialty items
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Famous food court deals and value-packed Kirkland products
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A no-frills shopping experience that feels like a treasure hunt
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Gasoline, electronics, groceries, and more in one stop
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Costco will submit official plans to the City of Asheville within the next 30 days, moving us one step closer to saying “Welcome to Asheville” to America’s favorite warehouse club.
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Get ready, Asheville—your new go-to for value, convenience, and big-box thrills is almost here!
