Uptown Willmar is a shopping mall that has seen better days, with many reviews highlighting significant issues and a decline in stores. The parking lot is particularly problematic, featuring large potholes that make navigating difficult. Despite these challenges, Uptown Willmar still offers a few attractions, including a movie theater with comfortable seating and a welcoming atmosphere. Some visitors appreciate the remaining shops, like GameStop and Kohl's, and urge community support to revive the mall. The mall is noted as a great place for a quick walk, especially during bad weather, but it has an overall ghost town feel in certain areas due to the reduced number of stores. While there are efforts to attract new businesses, many feel that more care and interest are needed to bring Uptown Willmar back to its former vibrancy.
This mall is rundown and you need a 4x4 jeep just to drive in the parking lot.
March 2025
Good mall, but the potholes in the parking lot are insane.
October 2024
I drove through the parking lot, discovered potholes the size of water towers. There is no possible way to get through the parking lot without having to go purchase a new vehicle after you’ve attempted to do so in order to get home.
