Dick's Sporting Goods to Open Oct. 23 in Joliet

Dick’s Sporting Goods will be opening its 27th store in Illinois and 637th store nationwide on Friday, Oct. 23 at the Joliet Commons in Joliet, located at 2601A Plainfield Road, according to a press release.

Dick’s three-day grand opening celebration will run through Sunday, Oct. 25. The store will open at 8 a.m. Friday and Saturday and 9 a.m. Sunday.

On Friday, the first 100 people in line will be eligible for a free Reebok Play Dry T-Shirt. Guests who are in line at 7:45 a.m. on Friday will get a chance to open the Dick’s Sporting Goods Gift Locker.

Saturday and Sunday giveaways include a free Mystery Gift Card from $5 to $500 for the first 100 adults in line. Guests who are in line at 7:45 a.m. Saturday and 8:45 a.m. on Sunday will also get a chance to open the Dick’s Sporting Goods Gift Locker.

Chicago broadcasters Eddie Olczyk and Pat Foley will make an in-store appearance from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 25. A wristband will be required for an autograph. Wristbands will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis on the day of event only. Limit one per person. Visit DICKS.com/Joliet for details.

“We’re excited for the opening of our newest location in Joliet,” said Lauren Hobart, Executive Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer, Dick’s Sporting Goods. “We look forward to offering the finest quality products and highest level of customer service to the community.”

The new location will feature Nike and Under Armour shops, athletic and outdoor apparel and footwear and the latest gear for team sports, fitness, camping, hunting and fishing. More than 40 in-store services by Dick’s certified pros in sports and outdoor specialties such as bike, golf and fishing will also be available.

Visit DICKS.com/Joliet for details and like Dick’s Sporting Goods on Facebook for the latest information on local appearances, special events and brand activations.