Go Shopping at Mayfaire Shopping Center

Mayfaire, located just a few miles from Wrightsville Beach in Wilmington, NC, is the region's premier upscale, open-air shopping and entertainment destination. Designed with a "town center" feel, it features tree-lined streets, wide pedestrian sidewalks, and a lively, walkable atmosphere that blends major national brands with local boutiques, diverse dining options, and entertainment hubs.

The property is split into two distinct sections: Mayfaire Town Center and Mayfaire Community Center.

Here is a guide and breakdown of what to expect when shopping, dining, and exploring the area:

The Shopping Layout

• Mayfaire Town CenterNational Retail Giants: Mayfaire Town Center Click to open side panel for more information is anchored by major retailers like Belk, Barnes & Noble, Dick's Sporting Goods, and Michaels. You'll find popular fashion and specialty storefronts throughout the main corridors, including Anthropologie, H&M, J.Crew, Pottery Barn, Williams-Sonoma, and Ulta Beauty.

• Home & Lifestyle Trends: The center continues to expand its retail footprint with specialty lifestyle hubs. It features large furniture and decor locations like World Market, a newly expanded Rack Room Shoes, and highly anticipated upcoming additions like Lovesac.

• The Community Center: Located just adjacent to the main town center loop, the Community Center handles your day-to-day lifestyle stops and wellness needs, featuring storefronts like Marshall's, PetSmart, Harris Teeter, and the newly opened KidStrong youth training center.

• Dining & Food StopsSit-Down Restaurants: Mayfaire offers over 20 distinct places to eat. Local and regional favorites include Coquina Fishbar (known for scratch-made seafood and local oysters) and El Cerro Grande, a top-rated spot for authentic Mexican food and signature margaritas. You can also find reliable classics like Brixx Wood Fired Pizza, Tokyo 101, LongHorn Steakhouse, and The Melting Pot.

• Quick Bites & Treats: For a quick lunch or mid-shopping break, the property hosts familiar casual counters like Panera Bread, Chipotle, and Chick-fil-A. For sweet treats, you can drop by Cold Stone Creamery or visit the brand-new Ben & Jerry's scoop shop on International Drive.

Entertainment & Nightlife

• Regal Cinema: A central entertainment anchor for Mayfaire is its massive 16-screen Regal Cinema multiplex. It features an IMAX theater, luxury reclining seats, and the latest blockbuster movie releases.

• Arcades & Social Bars: If you are visiting for a night out, the center features a large Dave & Buster's packed with a massive wall of televisions for sports, classic arcade games, and a full bar.

Pro-Tips for Visitors 

Parking & Walkability: Because it is designed as a sprawling outdoor town center, the best way to tackle Mayfaire is to park centrally near the movie theater or the main boulevard loop and walk between the storefronts. If you have a specific destination in mind, look closely at the street signs (such as Monument Drive, International Drive, or Town Center Drive) as storefronts have dedicated parking spaces right in front of them