Barnes & Noble Opens in Middletown, NY

Author Mary Beth Keane to Host Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony and Book Signing at the Grand Opening at 10AM on Wednesday, November 4^th, 2026

Middletown, NY – October 28^th, 2026 -Barnes & Noble is pleased to announce the opening of its new Middletown, NY bookstore on Wednesday, November 4^th. Located in the heart of the Hudson Valley, the new Middletown, NY Barnes & Noble will open at The Galleria at Crystal Run (1 Galleria Drive D110 Middletown NY 10941), a major regional shopping destination in Middletown, Orange County. The store is on the lower level, next to Macy’s.

The new Barnes & Noble marks the return of a major bookstore to Middletown after an absence of 15 years. The popular Borders Books closed in 2011 when the wider company liquidated. By coincidence, the new Barnes & Noble occupies the same location as Border Books.

The new Barnes & Noble offers an extensive 20,000 square feet of books, together with the curation of toys, games, magazines, vinyl, DVD’s and stationery expected of the bookseller. The store will also benefit from a Barnes & Noble Café. The design of the Middletown store showcases the ambition of Barnes & Noble to create exceptional local bookstores that marry the best traditions of independent bookselling with the resources of the historic chain.

Middletown Barnes & Noble bookstore will officially open to the public at 10AM Eastern on Wednesday the 4^th, with local author Mary Beth Keane cutting the ribbon and signing copies of her acclaimed book, Whale Harbor. Costume Character for the Cat in the Hat will also join the festivities and host special storytime events over the weekend.

The new Middletown Barnes & Noble is one of five stores to open on November 4^th, joining stores in California, Maryland, Virginia and Texas. Another ten new store openings are planned this month, including two more in New York State. Barnes & Noble will open 60 stores in 2026 as the rejuvenation of the bookseller gathers pace. Barnes & Noble now boasts over 735 bookstores, having been below 600 stores as recently as 2023.

Barnes & Noble Premium and Rewards Members will earn double stamps on all purchases made between November 4^th and Sunday the 8^th. Customers who are not yet Members are encouraged to sign up and start earning stamps and rewards right away.

Everyone who visits the new Middletown Barnes & Noble during the grand opening will have access to exclusive deals, like $50 off any NOOK device. Customers can also save 40% on all DVD, Blu-ray, and 4k Ultra HD movies.

“We are delighted to bring a major bookstore back to Middletown. Bookstores are such an important part to a community,” said James Daunt, CEO of Barnes & Noble. “Our bookselling teams are committed to opening great bookstores, and we are particularly pleased with the success we are having throughout the state.”

Store Manager Mike Lasagna, who has been with Barnes and Noble for 10 years said, “Every new store has its own feel and personality to it and it’s always exciting learning which parts will be bookseller and customer favorites. A new store means a new chance to become someone’s favorite place to visit, shop, and hang out. We look forward to becoming a part of the Middletown community.”

Customers can discover more about upcoming events and news by following @bnmiddletownny on social media.

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