March 4, 2026
Saks Off 5th in Deer Park is shutting down as part of a massive 57-store national closure amid bankruptcy. Suffolk County shoppers near Brookhaven face big changes at Tanger Outlets.
Saks Off 5th in Deer Park, a go-to spot for discounted luxury at Tanger Outlets on Long Island Avenue, is closing as part of a national shutdown of 57 stores. This hits Suffolk County hard, especially shoppers in nearby Brookhaven Town, where families flock to this outlet for deals on designer brands.
Saks Global, parent of Saks Off 5th, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy after missing a $100 million interest payment tied to its $2.65 billion Neiman Marcus buyout in 2024. The company is ditching most off-price Saks Off 5th and all Last Call stores to focus on full-price luxury sales. Only 12 Saks Off 5th locations stay open nationwide, like one at Gallery at Westbury Plaza in nearby Nassau County—not Suffolk. Closing sales kicked off January 31 at Deer Park, with full shutdowns hitting by early February 2026.
Deer Park's Tanger Outlets on Long Island Avenue draws crowds from Brookhaven hamlets like Farmingville and Medford. Losing Saks Off 5th means fewer spots for up to 70% off Saks Fifth Avenue items. Gift cards work through February 14, store credit rewards until March 1. Local shoppers told Newsday this adds to retail woes, following Bed Bath & Beyond's exit from nearby Bay Shore. Suffolk's outlet scene at Tanger remains strong with stores like Nike and Gap, but luxury deals thin out. Meanwhile, other retailers continue to expand on Long Island, with Sephora opening at Mayfair Shopping Center in Commack pushing that center to full occupancy, and Zara's first Eastern Long Island store opening at Smith Haven Mall signaling continued investment in the region.
Brookhaven residents, head to Tanger Outlets now for Saks Off 5th closing deals before they're gone. The Brookhaven Town land use plan update currently underway may also shape the future of retail development in the area. Stay updated on Long Island retail shifts—check LI Daily for the latest on Suffolk County shopping guides and business news.
