5 Big Costco Changes This Summer

5 Big Costco Changes This Summer

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Costco’s got that vibe where you know what you’re gettin’—like that killer $1.50 hot dog and soda combo that’s been holdin’ it down forever. But sometimes, even the big warehouse has to switch things up. Here’s the lowdown on five major changes hittin’ Costco this summer. Some are great, others… not so much. Let’s dive in.

Scan & Go Is Droppin’ Soon

Tired of standin’ in those crazy-long checkout lines? Costco’s testin’ a Scan & Go system, kinda like what Sam’s Club’s got. You scan your stuff with the Costco app on your phone, pay right there, and bounce—no line needed. I tried somethin’ similar at another store once, and man, it was a game-changer, savin’ me like 20 minutes. The bosses at Costco are hyped, sayin’ early feedback’s been solid, and folks are lovin’ it. This could make shoppin’ way less of a hassle.

Gas Stations Openin’ Longer

If you’re all about savin’ on gas, Costco’s got you. They’re keepin’ gas stations open longer and even opened new ones. The CEO dropped that they had some of their best gas weeks ever this spring, thanks to these changes and cheaper pump prices. More hours means you can fill up when it works for you, not when the station’s clock says so. With gas prices always messin’ with the wallet, this is a win for sure.

Disneyland Deals Are Gone

Bad news for Disney fans: Costco’s axed their Disneyland Resort discounts. No more sweet deals on park tickets or vacation packages. You can still tweak existin’ 2025 bookings, but new ones? Nada. This one stings—my buddy planned a family trip last year usin’ Costco’s deal and saved enough for extra churros. Folks online are bummed, sayin’ it’s gonna jack up their vacation costs. Hopefully, they bring this perk back someday.

Texas Scores a Huge New Costco

If you’re in Midland, Texas, get ready. A massive 180,000-square-foot Costco—the biggest in the state—opens July 10. The mayor’s stoked, sayin’ they pushed hard to make this happen after plans got derailed years ago. This place is gonna have all the bulk goods, cheap gas, and that clutch food court. For locals, it’s like hittin’ the jackpot without drivin’ hours to the next closest store.

Buy Now, Pay Later Hits Online

Wanna grab a big-ticket item but not drop all the cash upfront? Costco’s new Buy Now, Pay Later option with Affirm lets you split online purchases from $500 to $17,500 into payments over three to 36 months. Sounds sweet, but watch out—interest rates can hit between 10% and 36%, dependin’ on your credit. It’s cool for grabbin’ that new grill or patio set for summer BBQs, but don’t sleep on those extra costs creepin’ up.

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