It appears that 2026 is going to be quite the year for comings and goings at the Maine Mall in South Portland.

Throughout the year, there has been quite a bit of turnover with several key stores and well-known brands departing the Maine Mall.

That includes spots like Eddie Bauer, Journey's as well as Miniso.

But with closures comes new opportunities for other businesses and brands. And a pair of new stores have officially opened at the Maine Mall.

Pop Mart Has Opened At The Maine Mall in South Portland

Quickly expanding its footprint across the country, Pop Mart is preparing to make its debut in the state with a location at the Maine Mall in South Portland.

Joe Dionne
Joe Dionne

Pop Mart is known for their designer toys, pop culture collectibles and their blind boxes. Pop Mart is located right by the Apple Store and is ready for the holiday season.

Uncharted Has Officially Opened For Business at the Maine Mall in South Portland

While the tradition version of The Paper Store will continue on in many locations, a rebranded version called Uncharted has officially opened at the Maine Mall.

Joe Dionne
Joe Dionne

Uncharted will focus on stocking trendy items, lifestyle products as well as fashion items that are having a moment. Stores will also feature experiences like charm bars, ear piercing and custom events.

Victoria's Secret PINK Store Has Closed at The Maine Mall

Located next to VANS, Victoria's Secret PINK store has closed.

Joe Dionne
Joe Dionne

Victoria's Secret recently had the grand reopening of their signature Maine Mall store and likely has folded their PINK brand offerings inside that reimagined store.

Tesla is Doing Something At The Maine Mall in South Portland

While their proposed dedicated showroom and repair shop in Portland, Maine, seems unlikely to ever happen, Tesla has brought something to the Maine Mall right now.

Joe Dionne
Joe Dionne

Located by Best Buy and J. Crew, Tesla has taken over the center court and appears ready to open something. Tesla has been opting to open holiday pop-ups in malls across the country and that appears to be the case at the Maine Mall as well.

The 15 Oldest Stores Still Operating at The Maine Mall

In the world of retail, many places simply come and go. But here are 15 stores that have stood the test of time at the Maine Mall in South Portland

22 of The Oldest Bars and Restaurants in Portland, Maine

Before Portland, Maine, became a big tourism hotspot, there were dozens of incredible restaurants, bars and shops that laid the foundation for what the city is today. Many have closed over the years but a handful have stood the test of time and continue to thrive today.

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