Car boot sale APE Les Petits Carriers — Blavozy

The car boot sale of APE Les Petits Carriers in Blavozy

Every first Sunday of May, the Blavozy district, a delegated commune of Le Puy-en-Velay, comes alive for the big car boot sale organized by APE Les Petits Carriers. This parents' association, with a name evocative of the local tradition of "carriers" (stonecutters), puts all its energy into this spring event which brings together between 100 and 200 exhibitors each year at Place de la Nautte.

A well-organized car boot sale, starting at 5 am

The particularity of this car boot sale is its very early start: exhibitors can set up from 5 am, allowing the earliest bargain hunters to find the best deals before the crowds. For individuals, no reservation is required: just arrive and set up in order of arrival. However, professional exhibitors must book in advance.

Differentiated rates for individuals and professionals

The pricing system is clear and fair: individuals pay €6 for 5 linear meters, with an additional €1 per meter beyond that. Professionals pay €20 for 10 meters, with €2 per additional meter, and booking is mandatory for them. This pricing encourages participation from individuals wishing to clear out their attics while allowing professionals to offer their goods under good conditions.

Refreshments and snacks: a full day

The APE Les Petits Carriers provides catering on site with refreshments and snacks throughout the day, from 5 am to 5 pm. Hot and cold drinks, sandwiches, and snacks allow exhibitors and visitors to enjoy the day without leaving the site. This attention to everyone's well-being contributes to the family-friendly and convivial atmosphere of the event.

Blavozy, between Velay and traditions

Blavozy is a district and former commune of Le Puy-en-Velay, located a few kilometers northeast of the cathedral. This village, still rural in character despite belonging to the city of Le Puy, maintains a vibrant associative fabric, of which APE Les Petits Carriers is a prime example. The annual car boot sale is part of this tradition of local events serving families and the district's school.