National Garage Sale Day is held in the US on the second Saturday of August each year.
National Garage Sale Day dates
| Year | Date |
|---|---|
| 2026 | Saturday, August 8 |
| 2027 | Saturday, August 14 |
| 2028 | Saturday, August 12 |
How to join as a seller
Treat it like any other garage sale, just with more shoppers out looking: sort and price to move, then get on the map. See how to have a successful garage sale for the full playbook, use the printable garage sale checklist to track the weeks ahead, check garage sale prices before you tag anything, and post your sale free so buyers planning their route can find it.
Turn it into a neighborhood or community sale
One sale is an errand; a whole street selling on the same morning is an event shoppers drive for. Recruit neighbours, set shared hours and advertise as one event — see how to organize a community garage sale and list it on the community sales page.
Beat the August heat
- Start early — open at 8am (7am in hot climates) and wrap up by early afternoon, before the heat peaks.
- Shade — use a canopy, umbrella or the garage itself so shoppers can linger.
- Water — keep cold water at the pay table for you and for buyers.
- Price for quick sales — afternoon heat thins the crowd, so mark items to move and bundle the rest.
How to find sales that weekend as a buyer
The second Saturday of August is one of the biggest garage-sale weekends of the year. See what is posted for it on this weekend and Saturday, and get the full finding playbook at how to find garage sales near you.
Check permits and sign rules first
Most US cities need no permit for an occasional residential sale, but sign rules and sale-frequency limits vary — check garage sale permits before you put up any signs, and take every sign down the same day.
Frequently asked questions
When is National Garage Sale Day?
It is the second Saturday of August every year: August 8, 2026, August 14, 2027 and August 12, 2028.
Is National Garage Sale Day an official holiday?
No. It is an informal observance, not a public or bank holiday — sales run like any other Saturday, just with more of them.
Do I need a permit to sell on National Garage Sale Day?
Usually no, but it depends on your city. Some cities require a free or low-cost permit, and most regulate signs and how many sales you can hold per year — check [garage sale permits](/permits) first.
What sells best at an August garage sale?
Summer gear moves fast: outdoor items, kids' bikes and toys, and anything easy to carry in the heat. See the full range at [what sells best at garage sales](/blog/what-sells-best-at-garage-sales).