FP Movement Opens First Rhode Island Retail Store
The activewear brand owned by Free People has officially launched a new location at Cranston's Garden City Center.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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FP Movement has expanded its presence into Rhode Island with the grand opening of a new store at Garden City Center. The boutique is located at 85 Hillside Road, positioned between Restore Hyper Wellness and Tropical Smoothie Cafe.
Why it matters
The opening marks a new physical retail footprint for the activewear brand in the state, offering local customers direct access to the company's full product line. The expansion highlights the continued growth of the Garden City Center shopping destination.
The store will operate on a daily schedule, opening from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sundays. An online giveaway for a $500 gift card is currently available via the brand website.
The players
FP Movement
This is an activewear brand owned by the apparel company Free People that focuses on fitness and movement-oriented clothing.
Garden City Center
This is a prominent open-air shopping center located in Cranston that houses various retail stores, health services, and dining options.
Rookie Wellness
This is a wellness-focused brand that provides health-oriented drinks and products for consumers.
The details
Customers visiting the new Cranston storefront on its opening day receive a promotional gift with any purchase and can enjoy refreshments provided by Rookie Wellness. The space, situated at 85 Hillside Road, represents the brand's first foray into the Rhode Island market.
Timeline
The grand opening events take place on October 15, 2026, starting at 10 a.m.
Market Landscape
The arrival of this brand reflects the broader strategy of shopping centers to prioritize health-conscious and active-living retailers. This move positions the tenant alongside nearby wellness-focused businesses to capture a specific consumer demographic.
Local shoppers gain a new retail destination for activewear and can take advantage of opening-day gifts with any purchase. The location's daily operating hours provide consistent access for those living in or visiting the Cranston area.
The takeaway
Shoppers interested in the brand can visit the new store to explore current activewear collections during regular business hours. Online participants should check the official website to register for the ongoing gift card giveaway promotion.
Further reading
For more information on other local business updates, check the Cranston Openings & Closings section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by USA TODAY.
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