National Garage Sale Day - August
Sat, Aug 10, 2024

National Garage Sale Day

National Garage Sale Day is a great time to go shopping! And not at a store, but at a real garage! This amazing holiday was created to help you find what you’ve been looking for: furniture, books, electronics, jewelry, rare items, and more.

History

National Garage Sale Day was created in 2001 by Daniel Rhodes from Alabama. He observed his neighbors, who often held similar sales. On such days, many excited customers circled around their house.

The idea of ​​garage sales originated in 1890, but it was run by churches and charitable organizations. In the 1960s, they were joined by residents of communities in need of additional income.

The solution is beneficial for both sellers and buyers – some want to profitably get rid of unnecessary things, others are looking for items at a lower price than in a store. It is also a real paradise for people who are looking for antiques.

Interesting facts

  • Garage sales are more profitable to hold on a Saturday;
  • The average price of an item at such events is 85 cents;
  • Craigslist, a popular American classifieds site, has over 5,000 garage sale offers;
  • Some of the most popular items are old games and picture frames.

The main plus is the concern for the environment. Old things are not thrown away but find a new owner and are reused.

How to take part

On National Garage Sale Day, you can both go shopping and become a seller! Conduct an audit at your home; perhaps there are items that you no longer need.

Tell your friends and acquaintances about this day so the tradition does not disappear but only spreads.

When is National Garage Sale Day in 2024?

National Garage Sale Day is observed on the second Saturday of August.

Observations

Weekday Month Day Year
Saturday August 10 2024
Saturday August 9 2025
Saturday August 8 2026
Saturday August 14 2027
Saturday August 12 2028
Saturday August 11 2029