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Shore Closes at Disney Springs as Johnston & Murphy Sets May 7 Exit

The exits underscore how heavy visitor traffic does not guarantee profitable retail at the resort district.

Overview

  • Shore, which closed Friday after a deep clearance sale, was one of Town Center’s original 2016 tenants.
  • Johnston & Murphy will shut its Disney Springs store on Thursday, May 7, after a decade at Town Center, with other Orlando locations and its online shop remaining open.
  • No replacement tenants have been announced for the Shore or Johnston & Murphy spaces, leaving more unanswered questions about near‑term leasing.
  • Disney says Disney Springs draws more visitors than Magic Kingdom, yet rising rents, staffing and inventory costs, and softer discretionary spending can still make stores unprofitable.
  • New non‑retail openings later in 2026 include Six Ravens, a fast‑casual concept from Gideon’s Bakehouse owners, and Level99, a challenge‑room venue planned for the former DisneyQuest site, signaling a tilt toward experiences and dining.