Gran Plaza Outlets

Gran Plaza Outlets stands as the premier outlet shopping destination on the California-Mexico border, strategically located in Calexico at 888 West 2nd Street. Created to offer customers products of excellence at attractive costs, this outdoor outlet complex features over 35 brand-name stores specializing in clothing, shoes, and accessories at discounted prices. The center's unique position on the international border makes it an unforgettable shopping experience for families from both sides, serving as a gateway for Mexican shoppers seeking American brands and quality merchandise. With its VIP Club membership program, shoppers receive advance notice of exciting offers, new products, and seasonal events, including popular celebrations like the annual Christmas Tree Lighting and ArtWalk. The center maintains convenient shopping hours seven days a week, operating from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM Monday through Saturday and 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM on Sundays, making it accessible for both local residents and international visitors planning their cross-border shopping trips.

Gran Plaza Outlets serves a unique cross-border market, attracting primarily Mexican shoppers from Mexicali and surrounding Baja California communities who cross the border specifically for outlet shopping. The center draws middle to upper-middle income families seeking American brand names at discounted prices, with a strong presence of multi-generational shopping groups. Visitors typically range from 25-55 years old with household incomes of $30,000-$75,000, representing a mix of Mexican nationals and Hispanic-American residents from the Imperial Valley region. Shopping patterns reflect destination-oriented visits with longer dwell times, as many visitors travel specifically to take advantage of outlet pricing on apparel and accessories unavailable or more expensive in Mexico.