Wards Crossing Shopping Center

Wards Crossing and Wards Crossing West form the premier retail and dining hub of the Wards Road corridor, serving as Lynchburg’s epicenter for fashion and value. Conveniently located at the intersection of U.S. 29 and U.S. 460 and less than a mile from the Lynchburg Regional Airport, this commercial district is split across both sides of the highway, offering easy access for travelers and locals alike.On the east side of the highway is Wards Crossing. This side represents a major retail power center anchored by large national names including Target, Best Buy, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Barnes & Noble, Michaels, and PetSmart. Shoppers can also visit Rack Room Shoes, Lane Bryant, Dee’s Hallmark Shop, and GameStop, or access services like The UPS Store, Mattress Warehouse, and Glamour Nails and Spa. The plaza features a broad selection of popular eating establishments, including Aldi, Five Guys, Blaze Pizza, Subway, and Domino’s Pizza.

Directly across the street on the west side of the highway sits Wards Crossing West, with storefronts structurally facing Simons Run. This strip functions as a dedicated fashion and everyday value corridor. The major anchors on this side include Kohl’s, Old Navy, Ross Dress for Less, Five Below, and Maurices. The center also provides essential local services like Great Clips, PhoneAxiom, and K&E Nails and Spa. For dining, visitors can choose from popular establishments like Zaxby’s, McAlister’s Deli, and La Carreta.