Buc-ee’s, a popular chain of gas stations and rest stops known for their large size and wide variety of food options, has announced plans to open six new locations in 2027. This expansion is part of the company's ongoing growth strategy, which has already seen the opening of four new stores in 2026. These included the first Buc-ee’s in Ohio, the westernmost store in Arizona, and new locations in Arkansas and Texas. The company expects to continue expanding in the coming years, with more stores planned for 2028 and beyond. The six new locations set to open in 2027 will be in Forsyth, Georgia; Kansas City, Kansas; Gallaway, Tennessee; Boerne, Texas; Ruston, Louisiana; and Mebane, North Carolina. Beyond these, Buc-ee’s has long-term expansion plans, with a second store planned for Arkansas in 2029 and new locations in Florida, including one in Fort Pierce that will now open in 2028 instead of 2027. Another Florida store is expected to open in Ocala in 2029, while Port Charlotte may soon get a Buc-ee’s despite some local opposition. A proposed location in Tallahassee is still pending approval from local officials. In other states, construction has already begun on the Buc-ee’s in Forsyth, Georgia, which will be the state’s fourth store. In the Midwest, Indiana may soon get its first Buc-ee’s in Greenwood if local leaders approve the plan, with another potential location in Whitestown. Kansas City, Kansas, will get the state’s first Buc-ee’s, expected to open in 2027. In Kentucky, a new store in Oak Grove is set to open in 2029, while Louisiana will see its first Buc-ee’s in Ruston, with another store in Lafayette expected to open in 2028. In Wisconsin, construction has started on what could be the northernmost Buc-ee’s in Oak Creek, near Milwaukee. Buc-ee’s expansion appears to focus on conservative-leaning states, a strategy highlighted by CEO Arch “Beaver” Aplin III. During a recent grand opening ceremony in Arkansas, Aplin expressed a preference for building in states with “conservative, business-friendly” environments. He emphasized that such regions tend to appreciate the company’s offerings more, and that this philosophy aligns with the company's overall vision. Currently, only a third of the states with Buc-ee’s have Democratic governors, reflecting the company’s strategic focus on certain political and economic climates.