Back to school garage sales near me
Every sale running on any Saturday or Sunday from 1 August to 10 September of the current season — plus the Labor Day weekend when it falls in that range — anywhere we have listings across the US and Canada. These are the weekends families clear out outgrown kids' clothes, school gear and last year's supplies. Covering Sunday, August 1 to Monday, September 6.
Nothing posted for back-to-school weekends yet
Nothing is posted for back-to-school weekends yet. The next season starts Sunday, August 1, 2027 — every Saturday and Sunday from 1 August to 10 September, plus the Labor Day weekend.
Pick your city below to see what is coming up there, or post your own sale free — it takes about two minutes and appears on the map straight away.
Planning the trip
Back-to-school weekends are the best sale-shopping weeks of late summer for school supplies, backpacks, lunch boxes, kids' clothing and shoes, bikes, sports gear and dorm or bedroom furniture. Sellers are clearing space before the school year starts, so Sunday-afternoon prices are often negotiable.
Bring small notes: sellers rarely have change for large ones first thing. Take your own bags, and a tape measure if there is any chance of furniture — most sales are cash-and-carry, and nobody delivers. Save the listings worth a stop and the map will hold them for you.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I find garage sales back-to-school weekends?
Every sale running on any Saturday or Sunday from 1 August to 10 September of the current season — plus the Labor Day weekend when it falls in that range — anywhere we have listings across the US and Canada. These are the weekends families clear out outgrown kids' clothes, school gear and last year's supplies. Enter your city or postal code, or tap "use my current location", and the closest sales come first. Every listing shows its hours, price range and photos before you set off.
Which days does this page cover?
Sunday, August 1 to Monday, September 6. The list is rebuilt from the sale dates neighbours entered when they posted, so it moves with the calendar rather than being edited by hand.
What time do garage sales usually start?
Most open between 7:00 and 9:00 am on Saturdays, with early birds arriving before that. Sunday sales tend to start later, closer to 10:00 am, and are usually the better day to negotiate. Back-to-school weekends are the best sale-shopping weeks of late summer for school supplies, backpacks, lunch boxes, kids' clothing and shoes, bikes, sports gear and dorm or bedroom furniture. Sellers are clearing space before the school year starts, so Sunday-afternoon prices are often negotiable.
Can I post a sale for back-to-school weekends?
Yes, and it is free. Add photos, set the dates you are open and a price range, and your sale appears on the map for neighbours nearby. If your dates fall in this window it shows up on this page automatically.
When is back-to-school garage sale season?
The busy back-to-school weekends run from the first Saturday or Sunday on or after 1 August through 10 September, and the Labor Day weekend at the start of September is usually the busiest of the season. After 10 September the season is over and weekend listings thin out until fall.
What should I look for at back-to-school garage sales?
School supplies, backpacks, lunch boxes, kids' clothing and shoes, bikes, sports equipment and bedroom or dorm furniture. Test electronics and kids' gear before you buy, and go early on Saturday — the good supplies and sizes go first.