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Arizona’s First Buc‑ee’s Opens in Goodyear on Monday

City officials have laid out a controlled traffic route, restricted off‑ramp access and a short construction moratorium to manage the expected crowds.

Overview

  • The grand opening is set for Monday, June 22, with the parking lot opening at midnight, doors at 6 a.m. and a ribbon‑cutting at 8 a.m.
  • The 74,000‑square‑foot travel center will operate 24 hours and include 120 fueling positions plus Buc‑ee’s signature food and retail offerings.
  • Goodyear has directed all Buc‑ee’s traffic to exit I‑10 at Bullard Avenue and will control the Bullard off‑ramps, with drivers routed through a 6.5‑mile detour into the lot.
  • Officials warn of heavy congestion, estimating as many as 40,000 vehicles over the week, and are encouraging rideshares, carpooling and use of a safety podcast for drivers.
  • The city issued a temporary public right‑of‑way construction moratorium from June 21 to July 6 to preserve emergency access, and local businesses and commuters are preparing for traffic and parking disruptions while anticipating increased customer visits.