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Shopping options in Providence and the surrounding areas range from boutiques to department stores. Connected to the Rhode Island Convention Center and the Omni Providence, Providence Place (also referred to as Providence Place Mall) offers visitors a mall with more than 170 shopping, dining and entertainment choices.
Each of Providence's neighborhoods has its own mix of shops. Funky urban chic can be found at one of the many boutiques on Thayer and Wickenden streets, both on the city's East Side. From the hip downtown neighborhood to elegant Wayland Square and eclectic Federal Hill, there is lots to see and buy. For those looking to make something old, new again, Providence offers a fun and eclectic vintage retail scene.
Garden City Center, in nearby Cranston, R.I., offers a unique mix of sophisticated shops, eateries and boutiques. Located just 10 minutes from Providence, its charming village design invites open-air shopping for all seasons.
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Join us indoors for the Flea at Farm Fresh Market Hall from November through the Holidays with 75+ local indie makers, artisans, vintage vendors, food trucks, hot fresh local coffee and spirits, craft beer and cocktails, ice cream, baked goods, and more at Farm Fresh RI. Every Sunday, starting November 1 from 11 am - 3 pm through December 20 plus Black Friday Night, November 27 from 5:00 - 9:00 pm! Free to enter and park. No tickets necessary. Farm Fresh Market Hall, 10 Sims Ave, PVD. More info and apply at providenceflea.com.
Now in its 10th year, (SBS SHOP RI) Small Business Saturday SHOP RI, the all-under-one-roof, pop up mall will host more than 150 vendors ranging from award-winning graphic artists, and photographers, to designer crafts, jewelry, gourmet food items and other home-made specialties. Among the small businesses are: local entrepreneurs and small businesses. Veterans, women and minority-owned businesses including people with disabilities, representing a culturally diverse population as well as a wide range of unique gift ideas for the upcoming holiday season. There’s something for everyone. Free. Convenient shopping - and parking. Fun for the family.
Providence Place, downtown, has more than 170 shopping, dining and entertainment options. It’s connected to the Rhode Island Convention Center and the Omni Providence.
Thayer and Wickenden streets on the East Side are known for boutiques, and downtown, Wayland Square and Federal Hill each have their own mix of local shops.
The Flea runs outdoors on summer Sundays at 195 District Park and moves indoors to Farm Fresh RI Market Hall, 10 Sims Ave., for the holiday and winter seasons. Entry and parking are free.
The Providence Flea features dozens of local makers, artisans and vintage vendors, and neighborhood shops like Frog & Toad on Hope Street carry Rhode Island-made goods.
Yes. Garden City Center in Cranston, about 10 minutes away, offers open-air shopping and dining, and Wrentham Village Premium Outlets is a short drive over the Massachusetts line.

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