This Huge Colorado Outlet Mall Makes Shopping Easy On Your Wallet
Think outlet malls are all chaos and fluorescent lighting? Think again.
This Colorado giant makes shopping dangerously easy on your wallet. Nike, H&M, and every brand you secretly stalk online line the aisles, but the real MVP? The food.
I may or may not have done a victory lap around a cinnamon roll stand before diving into lunch at the on-site cinema. Hours disappeared between bargain hunting and strategic snack breaks, and somehow it all felt way too fun for a shopping trip.
Between scoring steals on shoes, discovering cute outfits, and sneaking bites of gooey cinnamon goodness, I forgot I was technically “shopping.”
Let’s just say my wallet survived, my stomach was happy, and my inner shopaholic is already plotting the next visit.
Where Sneakerheads Find Their Happy Place
As soon as I hit the Nike Factory Outlet at Colorado Mills, it felt like I’d landed in a sneakerhead’s dream world. The shelves were stacked with running shoes, training gear, and classic kicks, all marked down in ways that made my jaw drop a little.
I picked up a pair of Air Max shoes for nearly forty percent off the regular retail price.
There were options for running, hiking, cross-training, and everyday casual wear.
The apparel section was just as impressive, with performance tops, leggings, and hoodies that looked fresh off a regular Nike store shelf.
Nothing felt like a reject or a leftover from some forgotten season.
I spent way more time in here than I planned. I kept picking things up, checking the price, and then grabbing another item because the deals were just too good to pass up.
The selection rotated often, so every visit has the potential to feel like a brand new experience. If you are someone who lives in athletic wear or just loves a quality sneaker, this store alone is worth the trip to Colorado Mills.
Honestly, I left with two pairs of shoes and zero regrets, which is exactly how every shopping trip should end.
The Discount Department Store That Always Delivers
Burlington at Colorado Mills, located at 14500 W Colfax Ave in Lakewood, Colorado, was one of those stops I almost skipped because I figured I had been to Burlington before and knew what to expect. I was wrong to underestimate it.
This location had an energy all its own, with wide aisles packed with clothing, bedding, and home decor at prices that felt almost too good.
I found a winter coat I had been eyeing at a department store for months, and Burlington had it for a fraction of the cost. That alone made me a believer.
The home section surprised me the most, with cozy throw blankets, decorative pillows, and kitchen items that would look great in any apartment or house.
The clothing racks took some patience to dig through, but that is honestly part of the fun. You never quite know what gem is hiding between the hangers.
I found a few brand-name pieces tucked in between everyday items, which felt like a genuine treasure hunt.
Burlington rewards the shoppers who take their time and look carefully. It is not a grab-and-go kind of store.
But if you give it the attention it deserves, you will leave with a cart full of smart finds. Burlington reminded me that great style does not require a massive budget, just a little patience and an open mind.
Gear Up For Every Adventure
There is something about walking into Dick’s Sporting Goods that instantly makes you feel like you should be training for something big. Maybe a marathon, maybe a hiking trip, maybe just a very intense weekend walk around the neighborhood.
Either way, the energy in this store at Colorado Mills is motivating in the best way.
I went in looking for a new gym bag and came out with that plus a pair of compression leggings and a water bottle I did not know I needed.
The sporting goods section had everything from fitness equipment to camping essentials, and the prices felt fair without needing to dig for deals. The outdoor gear section caught me completely off guard with its selection of hiking boots and trail accessories.
What stood out to me was how organized the whole store felt. Unlike some sporting goods stores that feel chaotic and overwhelming, this one had a clear flow that made browsing easy.
I could move from the fitness section to footwear to outdoor gear without feeling lost. They carry well-known brands at prices that feel reasonable for the quality you are getting.
If you are someone who loves staying active or just wants to look the part, Dick’s Sporting Goods at Colorado Mills is a solid stop.
The store made me want to get outside and actually use everything I bought, which is probably the best compliment a sporting goods store can get.
H&M
H&M has always been one of those stores that feels a little like a fashion treasure chest. You go in for one thing and come out with an entirely new outfit you did not plan on building.
At Colorado Mills, the H&M location held true to that reputation with racks of trendy pieces that felt current and well-priced.
I spotted a linen blazer near the front that looked like it belonged in a fashion magazine spread. The price tag told a completely different story, the good kind.
I grabbed it immediately, then spent the next thirty minutes slowly working my way through the rest of the store. The basics section had solid staples like plain tees, denim, and casual trousers that could anchor any wardrobe without draining a checking account.
H&M at Colorado Mills also had a decent selection of accessories, including bags, hats, and jewelry that complemented the clothing sections nicely. It is the kind of store where you can build a complete look from head to toe without bouncing between five different shops.
The styling is genuinely on trend without trying too hard, which I appreciate. Fast fashion gets a complicated reputation sometimes, but H&M manages to hit a sweet spot between style and affordability that is hard to argue with.
I left with three bags and a very satisfied smile, already mentally planning my next outfit around that blazer.
A Shoe Lover’s Serious Weakness
I have a weakness for shoes. I know it, my closet knows it, and Off Broadway Shoe Warehouse at Colorado Mills definitely knew it the moment I walked through the door.
The sheer number of options in this store is both thrilling and slightly overwhelming in the best possible way. Boots, sneakers, heels, sandals, and everything in between lined the walls from floor to ceiling.
The prices here were the kind that make you do a double take. I picked up a pair of leather ankle boots that I had been putting off buying because the regular retail price felt steep.
Off Broadway had them for significantly less, and I checked the quality twice just to make sure I was not imagining things. I was not.
They were the real deal.
What I enjoyed most about this store was the range of brands available in one place. You could compare styles and prices without hopping between multiple stores, which saved a lot of time and energy.
The layout made it easy to browse by style or size, so the shopping process felt smooth rather than stressful.
Shoe shopping can sometimes feel like a marathon in itself, but Off Broadway made it feel like a fun afternoon activity.
The One-Stop Shop That Never Lets You Down
Having a Target inside an outlet mall feels like a gift nobody asked for but everyone secretly needed. Colorado Mills has one, and it is exactly as wonderful as it sounds.
I popped in thinking I would grab a few snacks for the road and ended up spending a solid forty-five minutes just wandering the aisles with a basket that kept getting heavier.
Target at Colorado Mills carries the same great mix you would expect from any location. Groceries, home goods, electronics, clothing, and beauty products all under one roof with that familiar red-and-white glow.
The clothing section had some genuinely cute options from their in-house brands, and the home decor aisle had me rethinking my entire apartment aesthetic for the third time this year.
What makes this Target feel special is its placement within the mall. After a long stretch of outlet browsing, walking into a Target feels like coming home to something familiar and reliable.
It is a mental reset in the middle of a big shopping day. I grabbed some snacks, a new phone charger I desperately needed, and a candle that smelled like a mountain forest.
Classic Target behavior, honestly. The store is a reminder that sometimes the best shopping experiences are not about luxury or exclusivity.
They are about finding exactly what you need at a price that works, and Target has always understood that assignment perfectly.
Yard House
Shopping burns more energy than people give it credit for. By the time I had made my way through half of Colorado Mills, my stomach was making very loud and very specific demands.
Yard House was the answer, and honestly, it was a highlight of the entire day in its own right.
The menu at Yard House is the kind that takes a while to read because everything sounds genuinely good. I ended up going with a classic burger and a side of fries that were perfectly crispy.
The food came out looking exactly like the photos, which is always a good sign and never a given at a restaurant inside a mall setting.
The atmosphere inside Yard House felt surprisingly upscale for a mid-shopping-day meal. The lighting was warm, the music was at a comfortable volume, and the space had enough room that it did not feel cramped or chaotic.
I sat for a good hour just decompressing, going through my shopping bags, and planning which stores I still wanted to hit before heading home. Yard House is not just a fuel stop.
It is a full dining experience that happens to be inside an outlet mall.
If you are going to spend a full day at Colorado Mills, do yourself a favor and build Yard House into the plan. Good food makes the second half of any shopping trip so much more enjoyable.
The Sweet Reward You Absolutely Deserve
Nobody walks past a Cinnabon without slowing down at least a little. The smell alone is enough to stop you mid-stride and completely rearrange your plans for the next ten minutes.
At Colorado Mills, the Cinnabon is perfectly positioned to catch you at a moment of maximum vulnerability, usually right after you have been walking around for a while.
I told myself I was just going to look. That lasted approximately four seconds before I ordered a classic roll with extra cream cheese frosting.
The thing about Cinnabon is that it never lets you down. Every roll is warm, gooey, and impossibly soft in a way that feels almost unfair to every other baked good in existence.
It is a genuinely perfect treat.
I found a bench nearby and just sat there for a moment, eating my Cinnabon and watching other shoppers walk by with their bags, all of us united in the shared experience of a good mall day. There is something very wholesome about that.
Cinnabon has been an American mall staple since 1985, and for good reason. It is the kind of sweet treat that feels like a reward for a productive day.
Whether you grab one at the start of your visit as motivation or at the end as a celebration, Cinnabon at Colorado Mills is a non-negotiable stop. Treat yourself, because you absolutely earned it.
End The Day With A Big-Screen Experience
Ending a full day at Colorado Mills with a movie felt like the most natural thing in the world. The United Artists Theater and IMAX inside the mall is one of those features that genuinely sets Colorado Mills apart from a typical outlet shopping experience.
Not every mall has a full-scale movie theater, let alone an IMAX screen.
I had finished my shopping, grabbed my Cinnabon, and still had a couple of hours before I needed to head home. Checking the showtimes felt like a spontaneous and perfect decision.
The IMAX screen delivered the kind of visual experience that makes you remember why movies are best seen on a big screen rather than a laptop at home. The sound quality alone was worth it.
Having a movie theater inside Colorado Mills means your whole day can be perfectly packaged in one location.
You can shop, eat, and then settle in for a film without driving anywhere else or figuring out a new parking situation. It is a genuinely smart way to spend a Saturday.
The theater adds a layer of entertainment that transforms a shopping trip into a full-on day out.
Colorado Mills is already impressive on its own, but pairing it with a world-class IMAX experience takes things to a completely different level. If you have not visited yet, what are you really waiting for?
The deals, the food, and the movies are all right there in Lakewood.