Benet Autumn Clothes Bourse

Benet autumn clothes bourse

Each early autumn, a Benet local association runs a two-day clothes bourse. Ideal time to refresh the family wardrobe before cold weather, thanks to very affordable second-hand clothes. 2025 edition: Friday 3 and Saturday 4 October 2025; 2026 edition expected in October per annual rhythm.

The principle is simple: private sellers deposit their clothes beforehand (with price tags), the association handles the two-day sale. Sellers then collect proceeds minus a small commission for the association; unsold items are either returned or donated to charity.

What to find

• Women's, men's and children's clothing
• Seasonal wear: jumpers, coats, autumn/winter jackets
• Shoes and boots
• Accessories: scarves, hats, gloves
• Bags and leather goods
• Maternity wear
• Sports and ski wear

Solidarity and eco-friendly

Clothes bourses meet several goals: help families equip on budgets (especially for growing kids), cut textile waste giving clothes second life, and fund a local association via sale commission.

Benet, Marais Poitevin community

Benet, about 3,700 inhabitants in south-east Vendée, Deux-Sèvres border. Privileged Marais Poitevin location, with Aziré port accessing Venise Verte canals. Centre hosts events year-round: autumn clothes bourse, November toy bourse, spring APEL flea market...

Tips

Arrive at opening on day one for best choice; allow trying-on time — things move fast; cash; check sizes carefully — second-hand; also deposit your own clothes to support the association.

Nearby

Aziré port (5 min); Maillezais (15 min); Fontenay-le-Comte (25 min); Niort (30 min).