By Sara Beth Williams–
At least one dozen businesses have closed inside Sunrise Mall over the course of the last 12 months, including both independent businesses and national chains.
Stores closed for various reasons according to store owners and business representatives, including bankruptcy, lack of foot traffic, corporate decisions, and relocation to other commercial districts such as Folsom Premium Outlets.
Macy’s: The longtime anchor of Sunrise Mall closed both its Men’s and Women’s stores in March, leaving JCPenney as the only national anchor within the mall. The retail giant’s closure due to bankruptcy has resulted in less foot traffic and exasperated the situation for multiple other businesses.
Original story: Sunrise Mall loses longtime anchor store as Macy’s shutters – Citrus Heights Sentinel
Hot Topic: The pop culture clothing store shuttered only its Sunrise Mall location around the same time as the closure of Macy’s.
Original story: Hot Topic store at Sunrise Mall has officially closed – Citrus Heights Sentinel
Masterboy Streetstyle: The independently owned clothing shop closed abruptly in mid-March according to the manager of an adjacent business, leaving only a sign that informed customers of their new location in Folsom.
Original Story: Clothing store inside Sunrise Mall closes abruptly – Citrus Heights Sentinel
Spencer’s: The popular retailer with pop culture merchandice closed on April 20, after announcing its closure a month in advance. Spencer’s locations in the Galleria Mall and at Arden Fair Mall are still open. Another Spencer’s also opened in Elk Grove in 2o25.
Original story: Another national retailer has left Sunrise Mall – Citrus Heights Sentinel
Sam’s Jewelers: In July, one of many jewelry stores inside Sunrise Mall closed and combined itself with Ron’s Jewelers in order to be in closer proximity to foot traffic generated from JCPenney, according to a sign posted on the front of the business at the time.
Original story: Another business shutters at Sunrise Mall, combines locations – Citrus Heights Sentinel
Mark’s Hallmark: Several shoppers could be seen buying the last of the merchandise available on July 29, the last day of Hallmark’s operation inside Sunrise Mall. The gift shop has existed in some form inside the mall for decades.
Original story: Gift shop closed after decades inside Sunrise Mall – Citrus Heights Sentinel
Underground Clothing Store: The clothing store shuttered after rent was reportedly expected to more than double. Though the rate was still a “good deal,” Citrus Heights HART said they still could no longer afford to operate the store, which was designed to serve only those experiencing housing insecurity and not the general public.
Original story: Clothing store leaves Sunrise Mall, future uncertain – Citrus Heights Sentinel
Claire’s: Teen jewelry store and accessories retailer Claire’s announced in mid-August that the company planned to close 300 store locations across the country, including its location in Sunrise Mall. The company first announced it was filing for bankruptcy in early August.
Original story: Jewelry, accessory store closes at Sunrise Mall – Citrus Heights Sentinel
M&M Couture, Breakout, Infinity Jewelers, and Aria Furniture all vacated their spots inside Sunrise Mall at the end of October, according to a neighboring business owner and a Sunrise Mall security officer.
Original story: Two more stores have shuttered at Sunrise Mall – Citrus Heights Sentinel
Several stores and businesses still remain, including Royal Stage Theater, several national chains such as JCPenney, TMobile, Kay Jewelers, and Famous footwear, and other accessories and gift shops, including Lids, Shoe Palace, Image, Perfumes Luxe and Sam’s Jewelers.
