Best Outlet Deals Near Clay, Liverpool, Cicero & Central New York – Apparel, Plus-Size, Big & Tall, Activewear & More
Outlet malls within ~1 hour of Syracuse offer 40–70% off retail prices on apparel, plus-size, big & tall, activewear, denim, outerwear, and more. They’re perfect for holiday shopping, back-to-school, or stocking up on extended sizes that may be limited in regular stores.
Top perks for CNY residents: No long drives to Woodbury Common or Jersey Gardens — most deals are within 45–90 minutes. Many brands (Gap Factory, Old Navy Outlet, J.Crew Factory, etc.) have deeper clearances than mall stores.
All info current as of 2026 — email jim@syr-area.com with updates.
| Outlet | Distance from Syracuse | Top Brands | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Finger Lakes Premium Outlets (Waterloo) | ~45 miles (~45–55 min via I-90) | Gap Factory, Old Navy Outlet, J.Crew Factory, Banana Republic Factory, LOFT Outlet, Carter’s | Plus-size clearance, family shopping, holiday deals |
| Destiny USA (Syracuse) | 10–20 min | Macy’s clearance, JCPenney, Lane Bryant, Torrid, Jos. A. Bank, Men’s Wearhouse | One-stop, plus-size/big & tall, no drive needed |
| Online Outlet Sites | Ships to CNY | Gap Factory, Old Navy Outlet, J.Crew Factory, Nordstrom Rack online | No drive, flash sales, easy returns |
Click each outlet for apparel brands, plus-size/big & tall notes, and driving tips from Clay/Syracuse.
Distance: ~45 miles west (~45–55 min via I-90)
Top apparel brands: Gap Factory, Old Navy Outlet, J.Crew Factory, Banana Republic Factory, LOFT Outlet, Carter’s, OshKosh
Plus-size/big & tall: Excellent clearance racks for extended sizes (jeans, hoodies, jackets, activewear).
Best for: Holiday deals, back-to-school, family shopping.
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Distance: 10–20 min from Clay/Liverpool
Top deals: Macy’s clearance, JCPenney, Lane Bryant, Torrid, Jos. A. Bank, Men’s Wearhouse
Plus-size/big & tall: Dedicated stores + clearance sections
Best for: One-stop shopping, no drive needed, holiday events
Visit Destiny USA Site
Top sites: Gap Factory, Old Navy Outlet, J.Crew Factory, Banana Republic Factory, LOFT Outlet, Nordstrom Rack online, Amazon Warehouse
Plus-size/big & tall: Extended sizes often deeper discounted online
Best for: No drive, flash sales, easy returns
Tip: Sign up for emails — extra % off + free shipping codes common during holidays.
Tanger Outlets – Deer Park (~5–6 hrs east): Aeropostale, Victoria's Secret, Gap, Express, Aerie, H&M Outlet
Fashion Outlets – Niagara Falls (~3 hrs west): adidas, Aeropostale, Against All Odds, American Eagle, Ann Taylor Factory
Tip: Combine with a Finger Lakes or Niagara getaway for bigger savings.