There’s hidden treasure to be found in Wisconsin’s cities, towns, and villages. Every year, when the snow melts and the days grow warm, something springs up besides the tulips and daffodils: rummage sales. The season runs from April through October, and in some places, they literally take over the town. The Village of Winneconne holds one of these events, and its Village Wide Rummage Sale is the perfect excuse to visit a charming Wisconsin town. The next one is coming up August 10 through 13 of this year. And who knows, you may find that thing you didn’t know you needed. Here’s what you need to know about this great Wisconsin rummage sale.
Winneconne (population 2,300) is a village on the Wolf River in Winnebago County. It’s part of the Wolf Chain of Lakes, a popular destination for anglers and boaters.
While the sale is a village-wide event, every homeowner decides how they want to participate. Some of the individuals' sales begin on Thursday and run through Sunday; other sales are Saturday only. There’s a fall sale, as well as a spring sale in the town.
Some garage sale enthusiasts make an art out of events like this. You’ll know them when you see them – they are not afraid to bargain and they browse with precision between sales. Some even leave the motor of their car running while they shop.
If you prefer a more casual approach on your tip to Winneconne, no problem – there are a ton of places to explore here, and there are plenty of treasures for everyone. Just allow enough of time to enjoy all of the sale!
If you’re a collector, you’ll want to attend the sale. You’ll find antiques, vintage items, and more – the sellers have everything from old toys to funky fashions.
Need some items for your home? You’ll find kitchen items, bedroom furniture, living room décor and stuff to organize your garage. And if you keep looking, you may even find a bit of treasure!
I spent some time in this little village years ago – a lot has changed since then, but it’s still a great town. Learn more about the Winneconne Village Wide Rummage Sales on the Winneconne Chamber of Commerce website. If you want to make a weekend out of your trip to Winneconne, you’ll find some great lodging deals on Booking.com. Wisconsin has tons of amazing little towns and villages and explore. Here’s where to find some inspiration.
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