TACOMA, Wash. — The owner of the Tacoma Mall has announced a multi-million dollar renovation plan for the main building, which is set to begin in spring of 2025.
Renovations are expected to be complete in the winter. The mall will stay open during renovations.
The plans appear to complete a larger update to the Tacoma Mall campus by the real estate investment trust that owns the facility, Simon.
The enhancements compliment an expansion to the mall, called The Village, which is expected to open in late 2025 and feature new retailers, cafes and restaurants, including Shake Shack, Dave's Hot Chicken and Supreme Dumpling.
Renovations to the main building will include a "completely refreshed food court" with new flooring, community tables, upgraded seating and lighting, and a new color palette.
The mall entrances will also be redesigned, and there are plans to replace over 100,000 square feet of flooring. Both restrooms and the existing nursing lounge will be redesigned and refurbished.
The renovation will also add a re-imagined children's play area.
“As Simon makes strategic investments to meet the evolving needs of our shoppers, we are proud to announce enhancements to ensure that Tacoma Mall will continue to be a premier shopping, dining and entertainment destination that draws in shoppers from throughout the region,” said Kelly Hartsell, regional vice president of Simon. “From families enjoying the new play area to visitors relaxing in elevated gathering spaces, these upgrades will significantly enhance the experience for our guests at Tacoma Mall.”