Every fall, Warrensburg turns into a treasure-hunter’s paradise. What began as a small community idea in 1980 has grown into one of the Adirondacks’ most iconic traditions—welcoming thousands of shoppers and hundreds of vendors to Main Street and beyond.

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A Community Tradition Since 1980

The World’s Largest Garage Sale started with a simple goal: bring visitors to Warrensburg after the summer season while giving residents and businesses a chance to sell, trade, and connect.

Word traveled fast. Crowds grew, vendor spaces expanded, and the sale quickly became a signature fall weekend in the region—earning the name it’s known by today.

Decades later, the spirit is the same: community-driven, welcoming, and full of surprises.

 Crowd gathered for an auction during an early year of the World’s Largest Garage Sale in Warrensburg, NY.

Early years: big crowds and an electric Main Street atmosphere.

Did You Know?

  • The sale has been a Warrensburg tradition for more than four decades.
  • Shoppers come from across New York State and beyond.
  • Every year is different—new vendors, new finds, and new stories.
A smiling person posing with a large, unusual garage sale find during the early 1980s.

You never know what you’ll find.

What It Is Today

Today, the World’s Largest Garage Sale is more than a traditional garage sale—it’s a town-wide shopping experience and fall celebration.

  • Antiques, collectibles, tools, household goods, and unique finds
  • Main Street shopping plus side street browsing
  • Food vendors, local restaurants, and seasonal favorites
  • A fun, friendly atmosphere that feels unmistakably Adirondack

Tip: Arrive early, wear comfortable shoes, and leave room in the car—you’ll want it.

A Quick Timeline

A few milestones that show how the event grew into an Adirondack tradition.

YearMilestone
1980 The first sale launches as a community idea to bring visitors to Warrensburg after summer.
1980s Rapid growth—bigger crowds, more vendor spaces, and a reputation that spreads year to year.
1990s–2000s Becomes a must-visit fall weekend across the region with a truly town-wide footprint.
Today A signature Adirondack tradition—hundreds of vendors, thousands of shoppers, and three days of unbeatable finds.

Organized by the Warrensburg Chamber of Commerce

The World’s Largest Garage Sale is proudly organized by the Warrensburg Chamber of Commerce, with support from volunteers, sponsors, local businesses, and the community that makes this weekend possible.

What began as a grassroots effort remains true to its roots—local pride, community collaboration, and a shared tradition that continues to bring Warrensburg together each fall.

 Volunteers and organizers posing together at the World’s Largest Garage Sale.

Behind the scenes: the people who make it happen.

From Then to Now

A few snapshots from the early days.

Historic photo of early organizers meeting at a table with paperwork and coffee cups.

Early organizers planning the event.

 A group of young people at a garage sale table with a crowd behind them and a 'Garage Sale' sign.

Community energy—then and now.

Scrapbook collage of historic photos from the World’s Largest Garage Sale.

A scrapbook look back at the early years.

Join Us This Fall

Whether you’re a longtime attendee, a first-time visitor, or a vendor ready to be part of something special, the World’s Largest Garage Sale is an experience you won’t find anywhere else.

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