Eyemart Express to Hold Grand Opening in Del Rio January 27

The Del Rio Chamber listed a grand opening and ribbon-cutting for Eyemart Express on its event calendar, scheduling the ceremony for Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. The store’s address is 2415 Veterans Blvd Ste 1 in Del Rio. The chamber’s event listing, mirrored on community platforms, notes that additional details and events tied to the grand opening will be announced.

The planned opening places a retail business on a commercial stretch of Veterans Boulevard that serves local shoppers and commuters. For Val Verde County residents, a new retail entrant represents more than convenience; it tends to shift local demand patterns, affect nearby businesses and generate hiring opportunities in sales, customer service and store operations. Chamber-coordinated ribbon-cuttings also serve as a marketing boost that can deliver short-term increases in foot traffic during the opening period.

From an economic perspective, openings of chain-affiliated retailers often carry mixed effects for small communities. They can expand consumer choice and bring standardized pricing or promotional cycles that benefit price-sensitive households. At the same time, independent retailers may face stiffer competition for customers and labor, particularly in a county with a limited labor pool. Local business groups and elected officials commonly view chamber events as a tool to integrate new employers into the community and to magnify their economic impact through networking and publicity.

For residents considering the immediate impacts, the most tangible changes will be access and services at the new storefront and the visibility created by the ribbon-cutting event. For small-business owners, the opening is a reminder to assess pricing, service offerings and marketing plans to remain competitive. For local officials and workforce organizations, the event offers an opportunity to connect with the new employer about hiring needs and potential partnerships.

The chamber’s announcement is the first public notice of the grand opening; organizers have said more activities related to the grand opening will be announced ahead of the January 27 ceremony. Val Verde County residents seeking to attend may watch for the chamber’s updates on scheduling and any community invitations tied to the ribbon-cutting.