400 Mile Yard Sale Returns for Its 20th Year in Wilmore, Jessamine County
Celebrating a tradition for two decades, the town of Wilmore in Jessamine County is ready to attract bargain hunters and antiquarians alike for its much-anticipated 400 Mile Yard Sale. The event covers the entire spread of U.S. 68 across the state of Kentucky, where numerous communities, including Wilmore, set up stalls for this extraordinary yard sale. The four-day event, starting from Thursday, June 6, through to Sunday, June 9, 2024, is touted as the biggest yard sale in the state and is marked by heavy participation of vendors and shoppers.
A Festival of Bargain and Discovery
Sponsored by the Jessamine County Fiscal Court as well as the Nicholasville, Wilmore, and Jessamine County Joint Tourism Board, the 400 Mile Yard Sale is a widely-anticipated event. Welcoming consumer traffic from 8 a.m. till 6 p.m., the sale will be held at Servant Heart Farm on Harrodsburg Road. The location offers easy access for both vendors and shoppers, making it a perfect fit for the event.
Something for Everyone
The executive director of the Wilmore Community Development Board, Judy Woolums, emphasizes how the 400 Mile Yard Sale has something to cater to everyone’s taste. The sale includes items new and old, assorted trinkets, unique collectables, and even “mantiques” – beloved rusty tools and other intriguing curios that men fancy. In her words, “there will be a variety of everything.”
Attractions Galore
One of the known attractions at the sale is “Jerry the bottle man” who meticulously brings a truckload of bottles unearthed from Lexington. His stall is always a hit among collectors and enthusiasts alike. Vendors showcasing homemade jams and jellies also add a sweet note to the event.
Food and Leisure
Visitors to the sale can also satiate their appetites at the food trucks scattered across the location. The organizers have provided chairs and tables, ensuring attendees are comfortable while they enjoy the delicacies served.
Opportunity for Vendors
Being part of the Yard Sale presents a fantastic opportunity for vendors to showcase and sell their products. Interested individuals or groups can quickly get their application by reaching out directly to Judy Woolums through phone or email. With unchanged fees from the previous year, it costs just $60 to secure a vendor spot for the entire four-day event—the organizers pledge no additional entry or parking fees. They guarantee ample parking, which was a success in the previous years.
Clean Amenities
The 400 Mile Yard Sale is designed to ensure complete satisfaction for its attendees. From the range and variety of goods available to the amenities offered, everything is taken care of. One of the standout efforts made by the organizers in the past include most sanitary portable toilets, which greatly enhance the shopping experience for visitors.
Mark the Date
Whether you’re a vendor looking to sell a variety of goods, or a shopper in the market for unique, antique collectables, the 400 Mile Yard Sale in Wilmore is not to be missed. Make your plans, mark your calendars, and be ready for some exciting bargains and discoveries!
