Hints for Shoppers

General

  • Get there early. You are allowed into a waiting area 30 minutes before the sale starts.
  • Bring a friend. You can split up and cover twice as many tables quickly. And, one of you can take your purchases back to the car while the other keeps shopping.
  • Consider renting your own table. If you have a table, you get to shop the other tables before the sale opens to the public.
  • The sale can get very crowded, therefore strollers are not recommended (they are not allowed for the first hour). If you can go child-free, it will be easier for you and your child. If you have to bring your children, bring a friend, dad, or grandparent to help.
  • Make space in the trunk of you car - you never know what you may need to take home!
  • Wear comfortable clothes and shoes. You might even want to leave that heavy jacket in the car!

Buying

  • Bring enough cash and keep the bills small!
  • Keep your money easily accessible but safe. A hip bag is a good idea.
  • Bring reusable bags to carry your purchases. To keep your hands free, we suggest bringing a backpack.
  • If you are looking for large items, visit the large item area first as these items usually go fast!
  • Bring a large tote bag to carry your purchases. Sellers may run out of bags.
  • Don’t be afraid to make an offer for an item. And when you are buying a large amount of items from the same table, ask for a “package price”. The worst the seller can say is “No, thank you”. Be polite but not pushy.
  • Check all items carefully before buying. Check for broken zippers, missing buttons, stains, rips, or tears (especially along seams). If you are looking at a toy, make sure all of the pieces are included.
  • If you are not looking for large items, consider arriving later during the sale. Most sellers will be willing to bargain as it gets closer to closing time.