Dammarie-lès-Lys Back-to-School Garage Sale

Back to school means bargain hunting in Dammarie-lès-Lys

Four times a year, the Ville de Dammarie-lès-Lys organizes a garage sale that has become a must for bargain hunters in southern Île-de-France. Among these editions, the back-to-school sale held in early September holds a special place in the hearts of regulars. As the holidays end, everyone feels the urge to sort out their closets, refresh their wardrobe, or furnish their home on a budget, and this sale comes at just the right time.

Up to 800 vendors in a single day

Like its sister editions, the September garage sale brings together up to 800 vendors in the town center, around Place du sergent Robert Mazet and rue Charles de Gaulle. This scale makes the event one of the largest in the department. The aisles are busy, stands varied, and it's not unusual for the first visitors to arrive before the 8 a.m. opening, hoping to grab the best pieces before the crowds.

Back-to-school essentials on a budget

The September edition has its own specific themes. It's ideal for students and young households looking for furniture, dishware, and kitchen utensils to equip their home for the academic year. Parents find children's clothing, school bags, supplies, and toys at low prices, while book lovers, vinyl collectors, and vintage enthusiasts always find something to enjoy.

A festive atmosphere to extend summer

Held in early September, the back-to-school sale often benefits from mild weather that encourages strolling through the streets closed to traffic for the occasion. Vendors share their favorites, visitors negotiate in good humor, and the day runs until 6 p.m. On-site food stalls add to the friendly, relaxed end-of-summer atmosphere.

Discovering Dammarie-lès-Lys and its surroundings

Beyond the garage sale, Dammarie-lès-Lys offers visitors several beautiful attractions: the classified ruins of the Cistercian Abbaye du Lys, founded in the 13th century by Blanche of Castile, the Seine riverbanks, and just fifteen kilometers away, the royal city of Fontainebleau with its Renaissance castle and UNESCO-listed forest.

Practical Information

The back-to-school edition of the Dammarie-lès-Lys Garage Sale is held every year in September, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., in the town center. Up to 800 vendors. Free admission.