Virginia's 100 Mile Yard Sale Verified listing

Once a year, fifteen towns welcome thousands of antique shoppers to Virginia's 100 Mile Yard Sale along U.S. Route 360/460. The highway sale runs one Saturday a year from 7am until the last shopper has left. While some tables are set up on Friday, most vendors wait for the official start.

Enthusiasm and participation has grown each year since its debut in 2009. And Virginia's 100 Mile Yard Sale shows no signs of slowing down. In fact, the founder has it on the calendar for many years to come. Not only are future dates set, but they are advertised on current flyers.

More and more neighbouring towns are joining in. In fact, many now refer to it as Virginia's "More than 100 Miles of Yard Sales". As a result, the route zigzags a bit. Not to worry. Maps provide clear descriptions to help visitors from Moseley and Chula Junction to the end in South Boston.

There is no shortage of antiques and vintage items for sale. Like many highway yard sales, Southside Virginia's includes individual sellers and antique dealers. Higher-end items include Federal-era desks and furniture, mid-century modern cabinets and buffets, and maybe even a 1960s Ford Mustang. Also look out for spindle bed frames, Depression glass, kerosene lamps, patio furniture and vintage prints and framed artwork. Painted and distressed furniture such as trunks may also be in the mix.

Food can sell out by mid-afternoon. Arrive early for smoked ribs, pork butts and chicken. History buffs may want to extend their stay. Most of the route runs through Amelia County, home to significant early American and Civil War moments.

Most importantly, Virginia's 100 Mile Yard Sale only happens once a year. Take advantage of the great deals that draw thousands of antique shoppers to this one-day flea market.