Yes, you read that title correctly. In fact, The World’s Longest Yard Sale is approximately 690 miles of treasure-finding fun that stretches from Michigan all the way to Alabama! That means Kentucky is right in the middle, so chances are, you are within a couple of hours of this iconic sale. Block August of each year off on your calendar this year to plan on visiting, shopping, and experiencing one of the country’s most unique shopping destinations. The 127 Yard Sale in Kentucky is about to blow your mind! Here’s what you need to know about the 127 Yard Sale 2023.

Each year, during August, vendors from Michigan all the way to Alabama set up shop along Highway 127.
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The sale attracts visitors from all over the world, eager to find a hidden treasure or unique gift. Kentucky is a major part of this endeavor, beginning in Covington, as shown in the picture below, and continuing to the Tennessee border.
The yard sale began in 1987, and has been going strong every since!
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It started as a way to coax travelers off of the major highways and onto the backcountry roads that wind through small towns and countryside. This would hopefully drum up business for these towns and give visitors a new appreciation for what each state has to offer.

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When following the sale through Kentucky, you'll come across all types of vendors at various locations.
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Some participants are selling from their front yards, while other areas have dozens of vendors in one spot. You'll see tents set up along the highway, off side roads, and plenty of signs pointing you in the directions of even more places to explore. These vendors below are set up just north of Russell Springs, Kentucky.
Many antique shops, flea markets, schools and churches participate.
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Therefore, this gives you plenty of opportunity to shop for the best bargains, and to find something you just have to have!
When you take the back roads in Kentucky, you'll never be sorry!
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The landscape is gorgeous, and the route is filled with historic sites, adventurous activities, charming places to stay and of course plenty of choices for delicious food. The goal of the 127 Yard Sale was to get people out and about, interacting with the community and experiencing all each state has to offer. It succeeded!

Whether you’ve participated in this sale for years or are now intrigued to check it out, the 127 Yard Sale is a must-see this August in Kentucky. Have you shopped the biggest yard sale in Kentucky before? Perhaps you’re a vendor? Let us know in the comments below!

For more info on vendors, places to stay, eat and helpful tips, visit the 127 Yard Sale website. You can also get more information and see more photos on the 127 Yard Sale Facebook page.

Be sure to also watch this video about the World’s Longest Yard Sale:

If you’re interested in enjoying a weekend trip in the Covington area, there is no better place to spend the night than the AC Hotel Cincinnati at The Banks.

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Where can we find thrift stores in Kentucky?

  • New Leash on Life Thrift and Architectural Salvage in Frankfort there is a wide array of gently used items for your home, hobbies, etc. An added incentive is that all proceeds benefit the Franklin County Humane Society, if you noticed the word “Leash” and not “Lease” in the company name!
  • Buried Treasure Antique and Thrift Shop in Elizabethtown is a really fun start because it's set in an old house which gives it a very unique flavor and flair as you shop for new treasures.
  • Fat Rabbit Thrift & Vintage in Louisville is an area favorite. OneNote, if you're into music they have a very impressive vintage music selection.

Read on to learn about the many other great thrift stores in Kentucky.

Where else can I go bargain hunting in Kentucky?

  • The Awesome Flea Market in Shepherdsville is a year-round market with hundreds of both indoor and outdoor vendors.
  • New Life Thrift in Owensboro sells all sorts of good bargain items in great condition at reduced pricing.
  • The Flea to the Farm Barn Market in Augusta is an annual fall event that brings

Read on to embark upon this fun bargain hunting in Kentucky road trip.

Where can we find flea markets in Kentucky?

  • The Southern Kentucky Flea Market in Guthrie it's one of the more unique flea markets in the area and features 150 indoor booths.
  • Luke's Town and Country Flea Market in Greenville has been open since 1979 and is an area favorite.
  • Derby Park Trader’s Circle (also known as the Derby Park Flea Market) in Louisville features 600 indoor and 100 outdoor vendor spaces.

Read on to learn about the many other great flea markets in Kentucky.

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