University Town Center Mall Last-Minute Holiday Gift Guide & Deals (2025)
Your go-to spots near University Town Center for deals, specials, and standout gifts before the holidays!
Whether you’re finishing up your list or looking for something special today, UTC is packed with shops, local vendors, and holiday events to make your gift giving easier and more festive.
The Mall at University Town Center
Central Holiday Shopping Destination
With 140+ retailers and dining options all in one beautifully decorated open-air setting, UTC is the place to tackle last-minute gifts. You’ll find everything from designer accessories and apparel to home goods, toys, fragrances, and gift cards under one roof.
💡 Macy’s, in particular, usually features major seasonal markdowns on activewear, furniture, beauty, toys, and holiday gift items—plus gift card giveaways and bonuses around peak holiday shopping days.
Holiday Beauty & Self-Care Gifts at Ulta Beauty
Up to ~50% off select items + gift guides & kits
Beauty lovers are covered at Ulta Beauty with its Big Holiday Beauty Sale, offering deals on makeup, skincare, hair care, fragrance, and gift sets. You can shop holiday sets, fragrance discounts, and even gift cards — perfect for quick, thoughtful gifts that won’t break the bank.
💝 Bonus: Ulta often offers in-store pickup same day — ideal for last-minute shoppers.
Books & Unique Gifts at Barnes & Noble (UTC location)
A great stop for readers, music lovers, kids, and gift bundles. Books are classic last-minute gifts, and the Barnes & Noble at UTC has a wide selection of bestsellers, giftable collections, board games, calendars, puzzles, and more. Hours are extended close to Christmas, so you can swing by and grab something thoughtful even late in the season.
Great Dining Experiences You Can Gift ( Get a Gift Card )
Offers from local UTC eateries
Not traditional gifts but excellent experience gifts (especially for local friends):
- Post Kitchen & Bar offers Gift Cards Online & seasonal daily specials.
- Brio also offers online Gift Cards.
- Scullers Draft House has Buy-One-Get-One drink deals.
- Anna’s Deli has a keepsake cup deal that keeps giving free drinks.
(Many of these are listed under UTC’s current offers for food + drink, beauty, and specialty services.)
These make great treat-yourself packages, lunch outings, or date night ideas you can gift in a card.
🎄 Bonus Tips for Last-Minute Shoppers
Shop the Full Range of UTC Retailers
From Athleta, Anthropologie, Coach, Dick’s Sporting Goods, to Williams-Sonoma, REI, Target, Trader Joe’s, and more, UTC’s retailers offer a huge variety of items at multiple price points. And many of these stores are featuring holiday gift guides and last-minute deals right now as part of the season’s push.
Quick Shopping Hours Reminder
Most UTC retailers (especially inside the mall) have extended holiday hours this month — so you can shop after work or even on Christmas Eve in many cases. Confirm specific hours with each store online or by calling ahead.
🎁 Final Take
Whether you’re after big store markdowns, beauty bundles, thoughtful books, unique vendor finds, or experience gifts, UTC and its surrounding shops are still a goldmine for last-minute gift ideas. Plan your stop at the malls, hit Ulta and Barnes & Noble, and make time for the holiday night markets to knock out your list in style this week!
