Rice Village officials confirmed a new Birkenstock store will be opening at the shopping district in early 2025.

The details

Rice Village General Manager AJ Jennings said in an email that the shoe store will replace previous tenant Allbirds. More information and a more specific opening date will become available in coming months, after construction begins, Jennings said.

The business will neighbor other retail stores in the shopping district, including Lululemon and White House Black Market.

Birkenstock is a German company founded in 1774, according to its website. The brand is known for its signature sandals, clogs and other shoes with contoured cork soles.