Buc-ees Breaks Ground on First Arizona Travel Center in Goodyear

Construction is set to begin on Arizona's first Buc-ee's travel center in Goodyear, with a groundbreaking ceremony scheduled for May 14, attended by Mayor Joe Pizzillo and city council members. The Texas-based convenience store giant plans a 74,000-square-foot facility featuring 120 fuel pumps, homemade barbecue, fudge, Beaver Nuggets, and a 'wall of beef jerky.' Originally aiming for a Christmas 2025 opening, the launch has been delayed to June 2026, with the location expected to operate 24 hours and create around 200 full-time jobs. Positioned near Interstate 10 and Bullard Avenue, Buc-ee's aims to serve both local residents and road-trippers headed to California or the Phoenix area. The Goodyear City Council played an instrumental role in the store’s arrival by approving a zoning change earlier this year. Buc-ee's is known for its large size, extensive amenities, and notably clean bathrooms, making it a significant addition to the West Valley area.