The Promenade Shops at Saucon Valley in Center Valley is not a typical mall. This outdoor lifestyle center spreads 480,000 square feet across a landscaped campus where you walk between stores under open sky, surrounded by the rolling hills of southern Lehigh County. With 55 plus stores and a 16-screen AMC Theatre, it has become the Lehigh Valley's premier shopping destination for anyone who wants a mix of national brands and local finds.
The National Names
L.L. Bean, Barnes and Noble, The Fresh Market, Brooks Brothers, Banana Republic, Altar'd State, Lucky Brand, LOFT, Athleta, J.Jill, and Johnston and Murphy anchor the tenant mix. AMC offers 3D and IMAX screens. Sephora is coming in spring 2026, adding another draw for beauty shoppers.
The Local Connection
What makes the Promenade more interesting than a generic outdoor mall is The Hive Local Marketplace, which brings over 280 local vendors into the center. Artisan jewelry, handmade home decor, specialty foods, and self-care products sit alongside the national brands. The Kawaii Shop recently opened offering Japanese snacks and collectibles. The mix of big and small, national and local, gives the Promenade an energy that a standard mall cannot match.
The Experience
The outdoor layout makes a difference. Shopping here feels more like strolling through a town center than walking through a corridor of storefronts. The restaurants, the movie theater, and the landscaping create an atmosphere that encourages people to stay longer than they planned. It is the kind of place where you come for one thing and end up spending the afternoon.
