For the Reporter

Nike’s newest factory retail location will open at The Outlet Collection Seattle at 10 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 3 with grand opening events taking place through Sunday, Oct. 6.

As part of the celebration, Nike will host early bird specials, shopper incentives and an enter-to-win gift card giveaway at the new store.

Representing the world’s No. 1 sport brand, Nike Factory Store offers Nike performance product in a premium shopping environment that serves athletes of all ages.

Store employees are referred to as “athletes” and management as “coaches”; exemplifying the very ethos of sport ingrained throughout the shopping experience. As part of its “athletes serving athletes” initiative, consumers gain advice and product recommendations from someone who knows, and is passionate about, both sport and the Nike brand.

Several sport categories such as Nike Running, Training, Soccer, Basketball and Sportswear will be available for men, women and kids at the new Auburn location.

Nike Factory Store is located at 1101 Outlet Collection Way, Auburn. For more information, please visit nikefactorystore.nike.com.